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Ramen Doukutsuya

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Aromatic chicken oil shoyu-tonkotsu with Sakai Seimen's chewy medium-thick noodles: an Iekei bowl loved in Kichijoji for over 20 years

  • Shoyu-tonkotsu broth scented with chicken oil
  • Chewy medium-thick noodles from Sakai Seimen
  • Signature cabb-cha
  • Customizable firmness, strength, and oil level
  • Popular shop with lines
  • Easy to visit alone
  • Centering on 16 counter seats
  • All seats non-smoking; cash-only payment

Located a 3-minute walk from Kichijoji Station's south exit, Ramen Doukutsuya has attracted regulars since its opening in 2003. Its signature bowl features a balanced shoyu-tonkotsu broth brimming with pork bone dashi (Japanese soup stock) and umami yet surprisingly light on the finish, lifted by the aroma of chicken oil. It is paired with chewy medium-thick noodles from Sakai Seimen, maintaining the classic Iekei tradition of customizing noodle firmness, flavor strength, and oil level. Part of the appeal lies in how regulars enjoy it: wrapping rice in broth-soaked nori, topping with crunchy mountain jellyfish or spinach, or adding fresh raw garlic and raw chili from the table. Cabb-cha—cabbage and chashu pork ends tossed in a special sauce—is a popular option for altering the flavor or taking as takeout. With 20 seats including 16 counter seats, turnover is fast, making it easy to visit on your own.

Details

Cuisine
Address
2-8-7 Kichijojiminamicho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0003, Japan (Kichijoji Gai Bldg. B1F)

Address in Japanese: 東京都武蔵野市吉祥寺南町2-8-7 吉祥寺ガイビル B1F

Nearest station
Budget
Lunch
¥1,000–¥1,999
Dinner
¥1,000–¥1,999
Reservations
No reservations
Payment
  • Credit cardNot accepted
  • E-moneyNot accepted
  • QR code paymentNot accepted
Seats
27 seats
  • Counter seats
  • Table seats
  • Private room
Smoking
Non-smoking
Parking
No
Private hire
Not available
Opened
September 15, 2026

Opening hours

MonClosed
Tue–Sun
  • 11:00–23:00

Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.

Features & facilities

  • Counter seats
  • Open for lunch
  • Newly opened
  • Takeout
  • Cash only

Map & access

2-8-7 Kichijojiminamicho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0003, Japan (Kichijoji Gai Bldg. B1F)

Address in Japanese: 東京都武蔵野市吉祥寺南町2-8-7 吉祥寺ガイビル B1F

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