[2025 Kyoto Restaurant] Travel Guide for Honke Daiichi-Asahi (Updated Jun)

《Japan Kyoto Honke No.1 Asahi Ramen 🍜》 Although there are many ramen restaurants nearby, this one has a long queue at every time of the day. We went there at around 11pm and waited for 15-20 minutes. This is not a chain store, because this makes the ramen more special. I looked up some information online and found that the soup uses high-quality water from Lake Biwa and old sow bones with relatively less fat to make a tonkotsu clear soup, and then finally adds soy sauce from the Kyoto soy sauce shop (it's complicated, but it tastes great anyway) The meat here is not thick but it has a meaty aroma. The noodles have absorbed the soup... If I lived in Kyoto, I would eat a bowl every week😍 I think it's because the soup is so good. I saw many locals ordering a bowl of rice. If you want to try it, I suggest you order a mini bowl of ramen for 550 yen and add rice. We also ordered dumplings 🥟 but I personally think they are just average 🙈 💰Ramen🍜 550 yen-850 yen 💰 Dumplings🥟 250 yen japan # japanesefood # kyoto # kyotofood # kyotogourmet # 🇯🇵 #Japan#JapaneseFood#Kyoto#KyotoFood#RamenStreet#JapaneseRamen#KyotoRamen#🍜#HonkeDaiXuan #JapanTravel #JapaneseCooking #日本自由旅行 #Ramen #midnight snack #Kyoto midnight snack #Ramen

I recently went on a trip to Kyoto. It was raining, there were lots of people, and Kyoto has more slopes than I expected, so I got quite tired 🥱. That’s why I’m sharing a relaxed itinerary that doesn’t cram in too many activities. Day 1 ① Arrival around 8:00 AM Location: 📍612-0882 Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Fushimi Ward, Fukakusa Yabunouchicho 68 Parking is free, and the security staff help guide you, making parking smooth. I arrived around 8:00 AM on a Saturday and barely managed to find a spot, so depending on the season, it’s better to arrive earlier or use public transportation! The area is vast and full of slopes, so I recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes 👢. ② Around 10:00 AM near Kyoto Station The hotel I stayed at is located near Kyoto Station, so I headed there early. If you park at the station building, it’s convenient as the hotel shares the same parking lot. Kyoto Station has shopping and dining options like Kyoto Porta and Isetan. For lunch, I went to Maedaya, a motsunabe (offal hot pot) restaurant in Porta. It was reasonably priced for lunch and quicker than other restaurants, which was great. ③ From 3:00 PM Location: 〒600-8216 Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Shimogyo Ward, Karasuma-dori Shichijo-sagaru JR Kyoto Station Central Exit Depending on the plan, there’s an all-you-can-eat and drink lounge. The rooms offer great views of Kyoto Tower and the trains! Parking at the station building costs 2,000 yen for 24 hours. ④ Strolling around Kyoto Station The nighttime illuminations at Kyoto Station are beautiful! Be sure to take a walk and enjoy them. About a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station is a ramen shop that’s been featured on TV. I went around 9:00 PM and waited about an hour, but the light flavor was delicious, so I recommend it! ⑤ Location: 〒605-0073 Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward, Gionmachi Kitagawa 625 I parked at the Kyoto City Maruyama Parking Lot. It has a roof and restrooms, making it a perfect spot for exploring the Shijo area. [Weekdays] 1,500 yen for 12 hours from entry (repeatedly applicable). All day (0:00–24:00): 300 yen per 30 minutes. ⑥ (Yasaka Koshindo Temple) Location: 〒605-0828 Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward, Kinencho 390 This colorful temple, known for its "Kukurizaru" (monkey-shaped charms), is within walking distance of Yasaka Shrine. Be sure to pray before taking photos. ⑦ Surrounding Area On the way from Yasaka Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, there are places where you can enjoy street food and beautiful scenery, so take your time exploring. ⑧ Location: 〒605-0862 Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward, Kiyomizu 1-294 Admission Fee: Adults 500 yen, Middle/Elementary School Students 200 yen Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a must-visit in Kyoto. It gets very crowded, so be prepared.

📍 Honke Daiichi Asahi Located near Kyoto Station, Honke Daiichi Asahi is a renowned ramen shop that has been serving the local community and tourists since its establishment in 1947. Its signature dish, ramen, features a rich soy-based broth, topped with generous amounts of Kyoto’s famous Kujo green onions and thinly sliced char siu. The simple yet profound flavors of this dish have made it a favorite among many. With several branches across Japan, each location serves a unique, regionally influenced version of this classic ramen, maintaining the shop’s legacy. When visiting Kyoto, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a bowl of traditional ramen at Honke Daiichi Asahi. #celebrateit

Mainly Kyoto/Uji/Osaka/Kobe/Universal food recommendations. Didn't eat in Nara. ❗️Kyoto 1️⃣Hiro Yakiniku: Mid-range, pretty good, you need to grill it yourself, don't turn the heat up too high or it'll burn, need to make a reservation in advance. 2️⃣Daiichi Asahi Ramen: Average, salty, my Chongqing taste buds really can't handle the salt. 3️⃣Fried Beef Steak Kyoto Katsugyu: Delicious, lots of branches, must order the black-haired wagyu, a bit expensive, don't order the matcha beer, it's hard to drink. 4️⃣Ichiban Yakitori: Found it randomly, but it's really good, better than Torikizoku, it's on Hachijo. 5️⃣Musashi Sushi: Good, cheap, fresh. 6️⃣Cafe Pantry Matsunosuke: The banana pancakes are amazing, the apple pie is also good, but you must order one dessert or drink per person. 7️⃣Kurisara Specialty Store: The store is on the Kamo River, the view from the window should be good, but you must order one per person, I heard it's super sweet, most people can't finish it, I just ordered an ice cream to go, it's good. 8️⃣Blue Bottle Coffee: Average, there's one in Shanghai too. 9️⃣There's a cafe at the Kujo subway station that's really good, I forgot the name. ❗️Uji 1️⃣Nakamura Tokichi Byodoin Store: You must go to the second floor, the view is good, there were too many people at the main store so I didn't line up, you must order the ice cream and matcha, it's a bit of a shame I didn't order the parfait. ❗️Kobe 1️⃣Cafe Bar Anthem: The gauze cheesecake is amazing, I still miss it after coming back, you must order one drink per person. 2️⃣Yakiniku Donburi Jyuban: It's like a rice bowl, it's good. 3️⃣Anpanman Museum: Long line, very sweet, cute shape. I didn't eat Kobe beef. ❗️Osaka 1️⃣Torikizoku: Average, the portions are a bit big, but it's also a bit more expensive than other yakitori. 2️⃣Abura Soba: It's okay, better than ramen, the way you eat it is quite unique, cheap, you can try it. 3️⃣Ninomiya Yakiniku: The beef tongue is crispy and fresh, but overall it's not as good as I imagined, and I had to line up for an hour. 4️⃣Yukari Okonomiyaki: Pretty good, of course you have to eat okonomiyaki when you come to Osaka. 5️⃣HARBS: The fruit mille-feuille is amazing, the portions are also big, but you must order one drink per person, I suggest getting it to go, it's worth it, because the price of the drinks is almost the same as the cake. ❗️Universal Studios The pizza set meal next to Jaws is cheap and good, two people can share it. Pineapple ice cream is really made from frozen pineapple, it's okay. Butterbeer tastes like caramel soda, very sweet, very sweet.

In Kyoto, when it comes to ramen, this famous shop is always mentioned. I lined up at 09:40 and started eating ramen at 09:56. Although there was a queue, the turnover was quick, and I think it was still not too crowded before 10 AM. I ordered the regular ramen, and it was very filling. If you're going to eat ramen in Kyoto, you should definitely check it out. It's also recommended for its proximity to Kyoto Station. [Shop] Honke Daiichi Asahi Main Store [Location] 845 Higashishio-Kojimukaihatacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture [Access] About a 6-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station [Business Hours] 06:00 to 25:00 [Regular Holiday] Thursday [Parking] Available (2 spaces) [Reference Budget] Special Ramen: 1,090 yen (tax included) Ramen: 890 yen (tax included) Menma Ramen: 990 yen (tax included) Chashu Noodles: 1,040 yen (tax included) Visit Date: May 2024

#Osaka Attractions Ramen is delicious Pork slices melt in your mouth The soup is delicious 850 yen, absolutely can not eat in Hong Kong, not in vain waited 1 hour, is about 6 minutes walk from Kyoto Station, super convenient.