Tachikawa, Tokyo, Japan｜麺屋 楽坊主

Small Ramen shop not far off Route 7 and Route 59. You have to "brave" the classic ramen shop vending machine where you feed in your money and press the buttons to receive the tickets. Once you get over that hurdle, hand them to the kind man behind the counter and hold on. The wait is short and you'll soon be greeted with a piping hot bowl of Ramen. I've yet to have a bad bowl but I highly recommend the Red and Black (赤＋黒）ramen and the always safe Shoyu (しょうゆ) ramen. Toss on a few Gyoza and any add-ins you like and you're sure to have a filling meal. Best thing to warm you up on a cold winter or fall day.

Awesome, small, little ramen shop! Very friendly customer service and food were delicious with great portions!

Great local noodle shop. Owner is very friendly and speaks a little English to help with ordering. Terrific food, but it is small. Seats maybe 12 at one time.