Kokutei - Kumamoto

Great little raven shop. Not too far from Kumamoto Station and easy to find. Ramen was very tasty and portions were big. You have a menu in English. The staff was helpful. We went at 1245 and it was busy, but there was no waiting line. Would it very recommend to go here if you love ramen :

Amazing pork ramen. I got extra meat. It wasn't fatty either. It was light too, not heavy on your stomach like some pork ramen are. The garlic was a nice touch as well, not to much.

Due to the pandemic is still persisting, no way to come to Japan for enjoying a ramen here. My friend gave me a pack of 黑亭ramen in recent days. Woah it’s so delicious!

A poular ramen store with history. 7th day every month got the signature ramen 770 yen， Feeling lucky today

One of the most famous Kumamoto Ramen shop, located near Kumamoto station. Kokutei is known as more gentle Tonkotsu and easy to eat for everyone. These days they started franchise, take away, a lot of online items, and menu and options are increasing and I’m a bit worried for its potential deconcentration. Saw the new option to add back fat of pork, which is a trend but not Kokutei’s original taste. I hope the current management keep the good and old tradition.