Discovering the Best Shoyu Ramen in Osaka

I live in Osaka and eat Shoyu Ramen almost every day.
Among the many great options, I’d like to introduce ramen shops that have high Google ratings and are welcoming to foreign visitors.

Focus on Shoyu Ramen

This time, I’ll be focusing on shoyu (soy sauce) ramen.
I’ll introduce a range of shops across Osaka that specialize in different flavors, so feel free to explore other articles where I cover various ramen base flavors.

• Please see The World of Ramen: A Journey Through Flavor and History

Recommended Shoyu Ramen Shops in Osaka

1. Osaka Mentetsu (大阪麺哲)
https://g.co/kgs/kcKchQk

• Features : Known for its clear soy sauce soup and homemade noodles that highlight the natural wheat flavor.
  The taste is delicate and refined.
• Price Range : About 800–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : Highly rated on Google for its high-quality noodles and elegant soy sauce aroma.

2. Jinrui Mina Menrui (人類みな麺類)
https://g.co/kgs/P1ovFvP

• Features : Their signature broth balances a specially selected soy sauce base with rich seafood flavors.
  Big, hearty slices of chashu add extra satisfaction.
• Price Range : About 900–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : “Thick but easy to drink,” and “definitely worth the wait,” according to many reviews.

3. Mugi to Mensuke (麦と麺助)
https://g.co/kgs/1FymQpd

• Features : Popular for a soy sauce-based soup blended with the umami of niboshi (dried sardines) and chicken.
  The slightly thinner noodles offer a refined taste.
• Price Range : About 900–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : Many say, “The niboshi flavor is addictive,” and it’s often praised for its “luxurious soy sauce ramen.”

4. Kadoya Shokudo Sohonten (カドヤ食堂 総本店)
https://g.co/kgs/tUrjAEs

• Features : Considered an iconic establishment representing Osaka. Their standard soy sauce ramen is simple yet profoundly flavorful.
• Price Range : About 800–1,000 yen
• One-Liner : Reviews describe it as “a refined take on old-school Chinese noodles,” with a reliably delicious taste.

6. Menya Jouroku Namba (麺屋丈六 なんば店)
https://g.co/kgs/ky37crG

• Features : Offers a wide range of soy sauce ramen, from a dark “Osaka Black” style broth to lighter, more refreshing varieties.
• Price Range : About 800–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : Many reviews say it has a “bold soy sauce depth,” with a distinctive bitter-sweetness that keeps fans coming back.

7. Fukushima Ichimen (福島壱麺)
https://g.co/kgs/vnUvKWP

• Features : Serves a soy sauce-based soup with a variety of toppings. Their carefully prepared broth has earned high marks online.
• Price Range : About 800–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : “A calm atmosphere to enjoy ramen” and “perfect harmony between noodles and soup,” say many fans.

8. Ramen Igei (らーめん伊藝)
https://g.co/kgs/psyFXas

• Features : Their staple is a soy sauce broth infused with chicken and seafood stock, offering a well-balanced bowl.
• Price Range : About 800–1,100 yen
• One-Liner : Customers say it has a “mellow soy sauce flavor” and “gentle taste” that provides comfort.

9. Menya Tasuku (麺や佑)
https://g.co/kgs/4dYFd2a

• Features : Centered on soy sauce ramen with a notably chicken-forward broth. The slightly thin noodles are easy to slurp.
• Price Range : About 800–1,100 yen
• One-Liner : “Well-balanced and appealing to a wide audience,” and a must-try for fans of clear, delicate soups.

10. Ramen Kasumi Awaza (らーめん香澄 阿波座本店)
https://g.co/kgs/DdVzmyo

• Features : Specializes in bold soy sauce broths, ranging from rich, dark soy sauce to niboshi (dried fish) bases.
  Uses medium-thin noodles that absorb the soup well.
• Price Range : About 800–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : “A slightly thick soy sauce taste that’s addictive,” and their niboshi varieties are also popular.

11. Tanaka no Chuka Soba (田中の中華そば)
https://g.co/kgs/4xwUJ6S

• Features : Showcases a nostalgic shoyu ramen that brings out the simplicity of chicken, pork, and soy sauce.
• Price Range : About 700–1,000 yen
• One-Liner : Many say it “warms the heart,” with chashu pairing perfectly with the broth.

12. Menya Saisai Showacho (麺屋彩々 昭和町本店)
https://g.co/kgs/SGBhG6T

• Features : Known for both shoyu and shio paitan (salt-based white broth).
  Their shoyu ramen is a harmonious blend of chicken and seafood flavors, full of aroma.
• Price Range : About 800–1,200 yen
• One-Liner : “Both the soy sauce and salt varieties are top-notch,” and it attracts many loyal locals.

These ramen shops showcase the best of Osaka’s shoyu ramen scene, each with its own spin on soy sauce broth, noodles, and toppings.
Whether you prefer a light and delicate soup or a rich, deep “Osaka Black” style, you’re bound to find a bowl that suits your taste.
Enjoy exploring Osaka’s thriving ramen culture!

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