Ramen types beyond the basics
Compare soup noodles, dipping noodles and style names.
Eight useful starting points
Shoyu and shio are seasoning labels. Miso adds savory fermented flavor. Tonkotsu describes pork-bone broth. Iekei commonly combines pork and chicken broth with soy seasoning. Jiro-style emphasizes thick noodles and substantial portions. Niboshi highlights dried fish. Tsukemen serves noodles and dipping broth separately.
Use labels to ask better questions
Recipes and portion sizes vary. Style examples in the Finder are photographs of examples, not proof of a recommended shop’s current menu.
麺少なめでお願いします。
Less noodles, please. Confirm whether the shop can change the portion.