Ryuo (龍王)

Tonkotsu (Pork)
Created date: 2026/03/20, Update date: 2026/03/20

Located in Shozu-machi, Tobata-ku, Kitakyushu City, ‘Ryuo’ (meaning Dragon King) is a legendary destination for tonkotsu ramen. Highly regarded across North Kyushu for its exceptionally refined and creamy golden-hued broth, this flagship store is consistently packed with fans seeking its perfect balance of intensity and elegance. Discover the secrets of this local ‘King’ and experience why it remains a definitive benchmark for high-level pork bone ramen.

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Traveler's Quick Ramen Guide

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Payment Cash recommended (Ticket Vending Machine)
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Order Style Purchase ticket inside entrance before/at seating
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Water & Service Free self-service (water pitchers on counter)
🔰 4 Simple Steps to Enjoy Ramen in Japan
  1. 1. Buy Ticket (食券): Choose your bowl & extra toppings at the vending machine.
  2. 2. Hand Ticket: Sit down and place your ticket on the raised counter for the chef.
  3. 3. Customization: When asked for preferences, "Futsuu" means normal/standard taste.
  4. 4. Courtesy: Place your empty bowl on the upper counter and wipe your space with the cloth.

Restaurant Overview

Features and Specialities

  • In Kitakyushu’s industrial heart of Tobata, there is a legendary shop that many locals refer to simply as ‘the best in the city.’ That shop is ‘Ryuo.’ Stepping through its curtains (noren), you are greeted by the vibrant energy of a classic ramen institution, a sanctuary where the master’s precise handiwork continues a long-standing tradition of excellence.

Basic Information

Item Details
Address 10-15 Shozu-machi, Tobata-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka
Access N/A
Phone 093-871-8957
Business Hours 11:00 - 14:30
Closed Sunday
🗺️ Ryuo

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Instant Ramen / Souvenirs

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Google Reviews Analysis

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Overall Rating 4.2 / 5.0
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Summary & Recommendations

Located in Shozu-machi, Tobata-ku, Kitakyushu City, ‘Ryuo’ (meaning Dragon King) is a legendary destination for tonkotsu ramen. Highly regarded across North Kyushu for its exceptionally refined and creamy golden-hued broth, this flagship store is consistently packed with fans seeking its perfect balance of intensity and elegance. Discover the secrets of this local ‘King’ and experience why it remains a definitive benchmark for high-level pork bone ramen.

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