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Mouko Tanmen Nakamoto Flagship Shop

Addictive, extremely spicy ramen!

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“Nakamoto” is a famous super spicy ramen shop that has several branches. The shops are located mainly around the Tokyo area, in places like Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Shinagawa. It has continued to dominate as the best spicy ramen shop.
There is a rumor that countless people become more and more addicted to their ramen every time they eat it.
When you step into a shop, the spicy aroma of chili peppers wafts through the air and stimulates your appetite.
Each type of ramen on the menu has a spiciness level ranging from 0 to 10.
The “Mouko Tanmen,” which is one of the staple items, has a spiciness level of 5. In this dish, miso tanmen with plenty of stewed vegetables is topped with super spicy mapo tofu. This might be a good choice if this is your first time visiting.

Highlights

  • The shops are filled with the aroma of chili peppers.
  • The spiciness level of each menu item is categorized from 0 to 10.
  • They have shops around the Tokyo area and provide easy access.

Photos

  • The top favorite, "Mouko Tanmen," features spicy mapo tofu atop miso tanmen.

    The top favorite, "Mouko Tanmen," features spicy mapo tofu atop miso tanmen.

  • "Salt Tanmen" has a spiciness level of 0, making it suitable even for children.

    "Salt Tanmen" has a spiciness level of 0, making it suitable even for children.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)

A

Yes, we do.

Q

Can I get take-out?

A

Yes.

Q

Is it possible to reserve a seat?

A

No, it isn’t.

Q

Are there smoking areas?

A

No.

Q

Are there any non-spicy menu options?

A

We offer two regular non-spicy options: Salt Tanmen and Chilled Soy Sauce Tanmen. The Chilled Soy Sauce Tanmen is especially favored by the owner.

Q

Can families with children dine here?

A

Yes, families are welcome. Our restaurant has plenty of table seating.

Q

Can I choose the firmness of the noodles?

A

Yes, you can choose from "super soft," "soft," "normal," "firm," "super firm," and "special super firm." Please let our staff know your preference.

Q

What's the most popular menu item?

A

Our signature dish, the Mouko Tanmen, is the most popular. It's a miso tanmen topped with spicy mapo tofu, with recommended toppings like butter or pork back fat to enhance the flavor without making it too spicy.

Reviews

3
  • Jessica Lee

    以前有買過中本蒙古湯麵的泡麵,想嘗試實際的麵,吃起來當然比泡麵來的好吃,而且蠻大碗的,還有店家規定低消一人一份喔,不能共用一碗。

  • 陳榮輝

    不敢相信日本人有辦法吃這麼辣🥵

  • 顧一丞

    對於喜歡吃辣的我來說,真的越吃越上癮很值得來

Details

Name in Japanese
蒙古タンメン 中本 本店
Postal Code
174-0071
Address
2F Asaka Building, 4-33-3 Tokiwadai, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-5398-1233
Business Hours
11:00am - 12:00am
Closed
The New Year holiday
Budget
~1,000yen
Smoking
Prohibited
Access
Approximately one minute on foot from Kami-itabashi Station on the Tobu Tojo Line.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)