RamenChinese cuisineKumamotojo-Shiyakushomae Station2 min walk
Keihana Ramen Kurokamiten
桂花ラーメン 本店
Founded in 1955; enjoy mayu-infused paitan broth and melting pork kakuni taro-men until late at night downtown
- Taro-men topped with kakuni is the signature
- Paitan broth scented with mayu
- Fluffy fried rice is also popular
- Open late into the night for a finishing bowl
- Easy to visit even alone
- Long-established shop founded in 1955
- Bright, entirely non-smoking dining space
- Counter seats available
Just a short walk from the Kumamoto Castle / City Hall tram stop in a lively downtown district, Keihana Ramen Kurokamiten is an iconic shop representing Kumamoto ramen since its founding in 1955. It is celebrated as the pioneer that created the style of blending fragrant mayu (black garlic oil) into a paitan broth of pork bones and chicken bones; many patrons note that the broth is not as heavy as it looks and can be sipped to the last drop. The signature Taro-men features tender, melting kakuni (braised pork belly) layered with plenty of cabbage, earning praise for its rich yet gentle flavor that leaves diners deeply satisfied. Pairing it with fluffy fried rice or juicy, vegetable-packed gyoza sets keeps the meal around ¥1,000, offering wonderful value. While the entrance is narrow, the interior opens up into a bright 45-seat space with the large characters for "Keika" displayed on the ceiling, complete with counter seats and an entirely non-smoking environment. Orders arrive within minutes, making it a reliable spot during sightseeing, business trips, or as a late-night final bowl after drinks.
Details
- Cuisine
- Dishes
- Address
- 11-9 Hanabatacho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto 860-0806, Japan (K-1 Bldg. 1F)
Address in Japanese: 熊本県熊本市中央区花畑町11-9 Ｋ－１ビル １Ｆ
- Nearest station
- Kumamotojo-Shiyakushomae Station2 min walk (132 m)
- Phone
- 096-325-9609
- Budget
- Lunch
- –¥999
- Dinner
- –¥999
- Reservations
- No reservations
- Payment
- Credit cardNot accepted
- E-moneyNot accepted
- Seats
- 45 seats
- Counter seats
- Table seats
- Private room
- Smoking
- Non-smoking
- Parking
- No
- Private hire
- Not available
- Opened
- 1955
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Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Features & facilities
- Counter seats
- Non-smoking
- Open for lunch
- Open late
Map & access
11-9 Hanabatacho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto 860-0806, Japan (K-1 Bldg. 1F)
Address in Japanese: 熊本県熊本市中央区花畑町11-9 Ｋ－１ビル １Ｆ
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