Taimeiken
たいめいけん
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Ground Intel & Counter Rules
Line Up First
Join the line outside. Staff will direct you inside to buy your ticket when seats open up.
Tap or insert Visa, Mastercard, or JCB directly at the counter or digital kiosk.
Usually under 15 minutes
Peak rush runs 11:45 to 13:15 on weekdays. Arrive 15 minutes before opening for shorter waits.
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Operating in Nihonbashi since 1931, Taimeiken is one of Japan's most historic Western dining establishments. Alongside its famous omurice, the first floor serves Tokyo shoyu ramen prepared with French culinary techniques. The kitchen simmers pork bones and whole chickens with mirepoix onions, carrots, and celery, yielding an amber broth poured over fine yellow noodles with roasted pork loin chashu.
Ramen (ラーメン)
Good to know & entry protocol
One minute from Mitsukoshimae Station Exit A1. The first-floor dining room serves the classic Ramen without requiring reservations. Pair with the 50-yen borscht and coleslaw.
Location
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東京都中央区日本橋室町1-8-6 日本橋室町仮設ビル 1F
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東京都中央区日本橋室町1-8-6 日本橋室町仮設ビル 1F
1 min from Mitsukoshimae
Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line
Hours
11:00–21:00 (Mon–Sat); 11:00–20:00 (Sun, holidays). Closed Mondays.
Closed: Monday
Queue & entry protocol
One minute from Mitsukoshimae Station Exit A1. The first-floor dining room serves the classic Ramen without requiring reservations. Pair with the 50-yen borscht and coleslaw.
Ticketing & operational notice: Historic 1931 Western restaurant; ground-floor standing corner serves traditional Tokyo chuka soba simmered with ham stock; cash payment on order; official website
Check official accounts before heading over for unscheduled closures or early soup cutoffs:
How to OrderNative Japanese audio
Point at the menu or use the phrases below.
醤油ラーメンをください
Shoyu ramen o kudasai
Allergy card
Select your restrictions. Show the generated card to restaurant staff.
Questions about Taimeiken
- What is the nearest station to Taimeiken?
- Mitsukoshimae, about a 1-minute walk away. Mitsukoshimae is served by Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line.
- What should I order at Taimeiken?
- Ramen (ラーメン). The kitchen works in Shoyu and Yoshoku-Chintan. Noodles: fine yellow straight wheat noodles.
- How much does ramen cost at Taimeiken?
- A bowl runs ¥1,000–¥1,999. Cards are accepted.
- When is Taimeiken open?
- 11:00–21:00 (Mon–Sat); 11:00–20:00 (Sun, holidays). Closed Mondays. Closed Monday.
- What should I know before visiting Taimeiken?
- Children are welcome.
- Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Taimeiken?
- Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
- What payment methods does Taimeiken accept?
- Credit cards and electronic payments are accepted at Taimeiken.