Bacal Ramen banner featuring shoyu, tonkotsu, miso and tsukemen-style ramen with Mount Fuji, cherry blossoms and a Tokyo skyline in the background

A Famous Asakusabashi Ramen Shop with Its Own Style and Rules

Kuroki first opened in Kanda-Izumicho in 2011 and moved to its current location in Asakusabashi in 2023.

Known for carefully crafted shio and shoyu ramen, the shop also serves its popular shumai and has built a strong following among ramen fans.

It is also famous for its lines, and there are clear rules for how customers should wait and enter the shop, so it is a good idea to check the latest information before visiting.

▶ Official Kuroki X


Bacal's Rating

★★★★☆ 4.3 / 5

Address :
1-28-9 Asakusabashi, Taito City, Tokyo
ROJI ASAKUSABASHI 1F

Opening Hours :
Mon–Sat
11:00–15:00

Closed Sunday

*Opening hours may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Access :

From the East Exit of Asakusabashi Station, turn left. Take the first side street on your left, then turn left again, followed by two right turns. The restaurant will be there.

Ticket machine available.
Purchase your meal ticket before entering or taking a seat, then hand the ticket to the staff.


Shoyu Soba | 醤油そば

A bowl of shoyu ramen served at Motenashi Kuroki in Asakusabashi, Tokyo.

The shoyu soba has a very refined, carefully prepared feel to it.

Even before taking the first bite, the presentation is beautiful and makes the bowl look almost too elegant to disturb.

The soup has a clean, balanced flavor, and the fresh green onions and meatball-like topping add both texture and character.

It is the kind of ramen that feels polished rather than aggressive, with every element carefully put together.

Personally, it reminds me of the kind of ramen that would appeal to people who enjoy more refined, Michelin-style flavors.

Shio Soba | 塩そば

Shio ramen with chashu, chicken meatball, green onions and clear broth at Kuroki in Asakusabashi

The shio soba feels even more delicate and refined.

The clear broth looks simple at first, but the flavor has depth, and the freshness of the green onions and other toppings stands out clearly.

The presentation is elegant, and the balance of the soup, noodles, and toppings gives the bowl a very polished impression.

It is not a heavy ramen at all, but the flavor is carefully layered, making it satisfying without feeling overpowering.

For me, this is the kind of ramen where the craftsmanship is more noticeable than sheer intensity.


Kuroki is also interesting for its side dishes, not just the ramen.

The signature shumai and other small dishes feel like more than simple extras, and the shop seems to put real care into them as well.

I tried the shumai myself, and it was quite good.

If you visit, it may be worth trying one of the side dishes together with your ramen.

▶ Explore More Ramen

▶ Explore More Japanese Food

▶ Watch More Japanese Food on YouTube

▶ Watch More Ramen on YouTube

Master the flavors of Japan!