Ramen Babaichiya

A rich, mellow pork-and-soy-sauce broth finished with fragrant chicken oil, paired with chewy thick noodles, offers dependable comfort whenever you want a truly hearty meal. Situated in Takadanobaba, Ramen Babaichiya revolves around classic Yokohama iekei ramen, providing plenty of room to adjust toppings and flavor profiles.

Loaded All-Star and Crisp Green Onion Toppings

Among the most sought-after bowls is the All-Star Ramen, piled high with a seasoned soft-boiled egg, extra chashu pork, and 6 crisp sheets of nori seaweed. Dipping the seaweed deep into the broth before wrapping it around hot steamed rice captures one of the signature pleasures of iekei dining. Diners seeking fresh crunch can instead opt for bowls topped generously with seasoned julienned scallions, such as the Negi Ramen or Negi Chashumen.

Shio, Miso, and Broth-Dipped Tsukemen to Suit Your Mood

Beyond the staple soy-sauce base, the shop lets you adjust the tare seasoning to fit your mood, from a clean salt-seasoned shio ramen to a gently warming miso version. There is also tsukemen, where thick noodles are dipped into a concentrated pork-and-soy broth finished with a pinch of aromatic fish powder, letting you appreciate the texture of the noodles even more directly.

Counter seats dominate the welcoming interior, making it easy to drop in solo. The ticket vending machine accepts cashless payments, including credit cards and assorted electronic transit and mobile money options. With doors open until past 24:00 late at night from Monday through Saturday, it serves as a reliable stop for a late dinner or an after-work bowl.