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    Mendokoro Issho

    麺処 一笑

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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 Minami-Asagaya tonkotsu shop by Tetsuya Kaneko, former manager of Nerima's Nosaimen Inosho. It serves bowls 'kake-soba style', with toppings on the side, plus inventive takes on Wakayama-style ramen.

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    Ramen (らーめん)

    Tonkotsu
    Ramen
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    About 3 minutes' walk from Exit 2a of Minami-Asagaya Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line). Daytime only, until the soup runs out. 10 counter seats, cash only.

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    Location

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    東京都杉並区阿佐谷南1-9-5

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen

    Broth

    Tonkotsu

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Ramen (らーめん)

    All facts from the TRY guide page.

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    Getting there

    東京都杉並区阿佐谷南1-9-5

    4 min from Minami-Asagaya

    Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line

    Hours

    11:00–16:00 (until the soup runs out). Closed Wednesdays.

    Closed: Wednesday

    Queue & entry protocol

    About 3 minutes' walk from Exit 2a of Minami-Asagaya Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line). Daytime only, until the soup runs out. 10 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

    とんこつラーメンをください

    Tonkotsu 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 Mendokoro Issho

    What is the nearest station to Mendokoro Issho?
    Minami-Asagaya, about a 4-minute walk away. Minami-Asagaya is served by Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.
    What should I order at Mendokoro Issho?
    Ramen (らーめん). The kitchen works in Tonkotsu. Noodles: ramen.
    How much does ramen cost at Mendokoro Issho?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999. Bring cash: the shop does not take cards.
    When is Mendokoro Issho open?
    11:00–16:00 (until the soup runs out). Closed Wednesdays. Closed Wednesday.
    What should I know before visiting Mendokoro Issho?
    Seating is at the counter.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Mendokoro Issho?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Mendokoro Issho accept?
    Cash only. The ticket machine takes ¥1,000 banknotes and coins. Break ¥10,000 bills before arriving.