Another quaint restaurant with a long line outside. They only have bar seating. I ordered yuzu shio ramen with thin noodles, yuzu flavor was mild but I prefer it that way. The soft boiled egg was so delicious. For a small place the turnover's fast. I noticed customer service in all restaurants were very friendly but it's the opposite for retail.

Ramen was top notch and full of flavor! You order via POS system where you choose what type of bowl you want as well as add ons. Once you order, you find a seat and give your ticket to the chef for them to prepare for you. Nice sized restaurant with good lightning compared to many others, but I can see that they could get pretty busy with limited seating. Along with the rest of the country, everyone is very welcoming and will cater to your needs. Would definitely come back if I am near by!

Best ramen we've had so far in all my travels in Japan! It wasn't too heavy (we are usually vegetarian so pork ramen is very hard to digest) this was not too heavy at all and so tasty!! We both had the yuzu ramen, I had the chicken oil and my husband the pork. Both were so tasty. Their yuzu beer was also so delicious. You have to try this!

This is the location in Harajuku. They came to Los Angeles, which is how I first heard of yuzu ramen. I was excited to try this while in Tokyo! The line was out the door at the time of my visit. Since they don't have much room for a line, it cuts back n forth because of the door. The first line goes to the vending machine to pay. Then after you pay, you go to the other side of the room (where the umbrellas are). Then as you near the door, you can get closer to being seated. It's best if you come in with less than four people in your party. The seats are in a U shape around the kitchen. I loved the yuzu ramen broth. I loved the noodles. I loved everything about it - even though I was sweating bullets due to the summer heat. I will be back. A bowl of yuzu ramen was ¥1290, which is unheard of in Los Angeles. :O

Afuri is now a global brand therefore they utilize many modern features in their business model. This translates to their ingredients as they do offer a Vegan Ramen which is very non-Japanese. They also are one of the few cashless establishments in Tokyo. They also have a very modern touch screen machine to order from which does resembles the button ticket vending machine at a typical hole-in-wall ramen shop. Pay with card, collect your vended tickets of selections, and hand to the hostess. This location in Harajuku is all bar seating. Although easy to order with some English selections available, the hostess spoke in pure Japanese to me. She sounded off many words, "matte" being the only word I understood, haha. The wait was short as diners hurriedly slurped away at their noodles. The crowd was a mix of foreigners and Japanese people. I had the Yuzu-Tsuyu Tsukemen for 1355 yen. While on the expensive side for ramen in Japan, the yuzu, soy sauce, mirin dipping sauce was quite unique. The noodles were aplenty and firm, but maybe a little bland. The egg was perfect and meat was tasty and succulent. It was a cold January evening and this tsukemen really hit the spot. Paired with a fine Japanese lager was icing on the cake. Somewhat Westernized, but oh-so delicious when in Japan on a chilly evening.

Vegan ramen honest review. Was it fresh, colorful, full of veggies and delicious? Absolutely yes! Was it the best vegan ramen I have ever had? Not really. The flavor was lacking a little bit of *umphhh* little spice, little tart, little flavor...something was missing. It reminded me more of a pho consistency. I added a bunch of red spice, black pepper and vinegar and slurped the bowl to the last drop. Noodles were probably one of the best i have had. Service, like everywhere in Japan is very respectful, friendly and inviting. Ambiance is very communal with low lights. Modern yet traditional. Worth checking it out specially because of its convenient location right next to harajuku Main Street. It was an amazing meal after a long day of shopping!

Best ramen I had in Tokyo. Not a lot of seats so there's usually a line outside but worth it. On the left there's a machine to order (English option available) and when you're seated you hand your receipt to the staff. You sit at a bar around the kitchen and you get to watch them cook! I got the Yuzu Shio ramen and I highly recommend!

Not your typical ramen, but I enjoyed this meal. If you're into yuzu and ramen you would love this combination. The service was fairly good and quick.