Come sample the elegantly thin noodles, silky chāshū (roast pork) and righteous karashi takana (hot pickled greens) for which Kyūshū-style ramen is famous. Go for broke with zembu-iri (everything in), loaded with toppings. Vegetarians and vegans take note: Kyūsyū Jangara has a bowl just for you, which is actually pretty good.
Kyūsyū Jangara
Harajuku & Aoyama
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