Honke Daiichi Asahi Honten: How to Order Kyoto’s Famous Ramen Near Kyoto Station
Honke Daiichi Asahi Honten is a long-running ramen shop about a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station, on the Karasuma side. Founded not long after the Second World War, it is one of Kyoto's best-known ramen destinations.
- Ramen
- Kyoto Station
- Under ¥1,000
Last updated: 2026-09-27
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Good to Know
- Budget per person
- Under ¥1,000
- Hours
- 6:00-25:00 (1:00 am); reported closed on Thursdays
- Address
- 845 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8216
- Nearest station
- Kyoto Station (Karasuma side)
- Walk time
- 5 min
Last verified: 2026-09-27. Hours and prices may change — please confirm with the restaurant directly before visiting.
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- Chuka soba / shoyu ramen
- Chashu men
- Gyoza
Location
845 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8216
About 5 min walk from the north (Karasuma) side of Kyoto Station. (Kyoto Station (Karasuma side) / 5 min on foot)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I get to Honke Daiichi Asahi Honten?
- About 5 min walk from the north (Karasuma) side of Kyoto Station. (Kyoto Station (Karasuma side) / 5 min on foot)
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