Yonezawa Ramen Koyanagi, in the Tateyama district of Yonezawa City, is a well-regarded local shop for Yonezawa-style ramen, distinguished by thin, curly hand-cut noodles served in a light soy-based broth rather than the richer tonkotsu styles found elsewhere in Japan. The shop's miso ramen and shoyu ramen with chashu are the standard orders, and a wonton ramen variation gives regulars another option. The dining room is a small, no-frills counter-and-table noodle shop typical of Yonezawa's ramen scene, with quick service and a casual, unadorned atmosphere favored by local regulars rather than tourists. There is no drinks program beyond water and tea. Reservations are not accepted, and the shop closes on Mondays, so visitors should plan around its posted hours rather than calling ahead.
Signature dishes
- Yonezawa miso ramen
- Shoyu ramen with chashu
- Wonton ramen
Good to know
- Known for
- Authentic Yonezawa ramen shop known for thin curly noodles in a light soy broth, a favorite among locals
- Hours
- 11:00AM-8:00PM; closed Mondays
- Reservations
- Not accepted; walk-in
Location
3-1-50 Tateyama, Yonezawa, Yamagata 992-0072, Japan
37.9233, 140.1189 View on map
Highlights
- Authentic Yonezawa-style thin curly noodles in a light soy broth
- Local favorite among Yonezawa residents
- Wonton ramen as a distinctive variation
- Simple, no-frills counter-and-table noodle shop
Tips for visiting
- Closed on Mondays, so plan visits around that
- No reservations accepted; arriving outside the noon lunch rush avoids the wait
- Shoyu ramen with chashu is a good standard order for first-time visitors
- The wonton ramen is worth trying as a change from the standard shoyu bowl
Accessibility
The shop is a small, ground-level noodle counter typical of Yonezawa ramen shops, with limited space between tables; wheelchair users should call ahead to confirm accessibility.
Frequently asked questions
What day is Yonezawa Ramen Koyanagi closed?
The shop is closed on Mondays.
What style of ramen does it serve?
Thin, curly Yonezawa-style noodles in a light soy-based broth, distinct from richer tonkotsu ramen styles.
Does it accept reservations?
No, it operates as a walk-in noodle shop without reservations.
What are the hours?
The shop is open 11:00AM to 8:00PM, except Mondays.