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    Chuka Soba Benten

    中華そば べんてん

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    Ground Intel & Counter Rules

    Queue Protocol

    Line Up First

    Join the line outside. Staff will direct you inside to buy your ticket when seats open up.

    Payment Acceptance
    ¥1,000 Notes Only

    The ticket machine rejects ¥10,000 and ¥5,000 notes. Break large notes at a convenience store before arriving.

    Typical Wait

    Usually under 15 minutes

    Peak rush runs 11:45 to 13:15 on weekdays. Arrive 15 minutes before opening for shorter waits.

    Best for

    A Narimasu shop known for generous bowls and a broad menu, with three dishes ranked in TRY 2025: shio abura soba (3rd soupless), shio ramen and tsukemen. It has been in the TRY rankings since at least 2019.

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    Shio Abura Soba (塩油そば)

    Shio
    Shoyu
    Ramen
    Tsukemen
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    About 2 minutes' walk from Exit 1 of Chikatetsu-Narimasu Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho / Fukutoshin lines). Lunch only until noodles run out; closed Sundays. 11 counter seats, cash only.

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    Location

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    東京都練馬区旭町3-25-2

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen
    Tsukemen
    Abura Soba

    Broth

    Shio
    Shoyu

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Shio Abura Soba (塩油そば)

    Facts from the TRY guide page; 'generous bowls' is my reading of its reputation, soften if needed. No social link on TRY.

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    Getting there

    東京都練馬区旭町3-25-2

    3 min from Chikatetsu-Narimasu

    Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line

    Hours

    11:00–14:30 (until noodles run out). Closed Sundays.

    Closed: Sunday

    Queue & entry protocol

    About 2 minutes' walk from Exit 1 of Chikatetsu-Narimasu Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho / Fukutoshin lines). Lunch only until noodles run out; closed Sundays. 11 counter seats, cash only.

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    This shop likely uses a ticket machine (食券機 / kenbaiki). Buy your ticket before sitting down.

    Order your bowl

    塩ラーメンをください

    Shio ramen o kudasai

    Customise your noodles
    麺かためでMen katame de (firm noodles)
    麺やわらかめでMen yawarakame de (soft noodles)
    替え玉くださいKaedama kudasai (extra noodles)
    Useful phrases
    おいしい！Oishii! — Delicious!
    お会計お願いしますOkaikei onegai shimasu — Check, please
    ごちそうさまでしたGochisousama deshita — Thank you for the meal (said when leaving)
    大盛りでOomori de — Large portion, please
    少なめでSukuname de — Smaller portion, please

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    Questions about Chuka Soba Benten

    What is the nearest station to Chuka Soba Benten?
    Chikatetsu-Narimasu, about a 3-minute walk away. Chikatetsu-Narimasu is served by Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line and Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line.
    What should I order at Chuka Soba Benten?
    Shio Abura Soba (塩油そば). The kitchen works in Shoyu. Noodles: ramen, tsukemen and abura soba.
    How much does ramen cost at Chuka Soba Benten?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999. Bring cash: the shop does not take cards.
    When is Chuka Soba Benten open?
    11:00–14:30 (until noodles run out). Closed Sundays. Closed Sunday.
    What should I know before visiting Chuka Soba Benten?
    Seating is at the counter.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Chuka Soba Benten?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Chuka Soba Benten accept?
    Cash only. The ticket machine takes ¥1,000 banknotes and coins. Break ¥10,000 bills before arriving.