Yokohama Iekei Ramen Yamamoto-ya

Created date: 2025/10/18, Update date: 2025/10/18

An authentic and popular Yokohama Iekei-style ramen shop in the Shinjuku West Exit area.
Known for its rich, yet sharp and clean-finishing tonkotsu-shoyu (pork bone and soy sauce) soup.
Uses Sakai Seimen’s medium-thick noodles, a staple for Iekei ramen.
Offers excellent value for money, with features like all-you-can-eat rice and a special “Morning Ramen Service” until 11 AM.

Table of Contents

Store Overview
Basic Information
Main Menu
Instant Ramen Introduction
Google Reviews Analysis
Summary & Recommendations

Store Overview

Features & Specialties

An authentic and popular Yokohama Iekei-style ramen shop in the Shinjuku West Exit area.
Known for its rich, yet sharp and clean-finishing tonkotsu-shoyu (pork bone and soy sauce) soup.
Uses Sakai Seimen’s medium-thick noodles, a staple for Iekei ramen.
Offers excellent value for money, with features like all-you-can-eat rice and a special “Morning Ramen Service” until 11 AM.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Address	Nishishinjuku Shimada Bldg, 1-15-13 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Access	A few minutes’ walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit
Phone Number	No information available
Business Hours	11:00 AM - 12:00 AM (midnight)
Regular Holidays	No information available
Special Closures	No information available
Seating/Facilities	No information available
Smoking Policy	No information available
Parking	No information available
Official Social Media	Twitter: https://twitter.com/yamamotoya_men Instagram: Facebook:
Official Website	https://twitter.com/yamamotoya_men
Other Gourmet Sites	Google Map: https://maps.google.com/?cid=7686033725098939214

Recommended	Category	Menu Item	Price
★	Ramen	Tokusen Ramen (Special Selection)	Regular ¥1,050 Medium ¥1,150 Large ¥1,250
★	Ramen	Ramen	Regular ¥900 Medium ¥1,000 Large ¥1,100
★	Ramen	Chashu-men (Pork Shoulder)	Regular ¥1,200 Medium ¥1,300 Large ¥1,400
	Ramen	Kunsei Chashu-men (Smoked Pork Thigh)	Regular ¥1,100 Medium ¥1,200 Large ¥1,300
	Ramen	Han-ramen (Half size)	¥750
	Rice Dishes	Rice (All-you-can-eat)	¥100
	Set Menu	[10:00-11:00 AM Only] Original Price Ramen + Free Refills of Rice	¥700
	Toppings	Ajitama (Flavored Egg)	¥150
	Toppings	Kikurage (Wood Ear Mushrooms)	¥150
	Toppings	Nori (5 sheets)	¥200
	Toppings	Butter	¥100
	Toppings	Horenso (Spinach)	¥200
	Toppings	Kujo Negi (Kyoto Kujo Green Onions)	¥200
	Toppings	Nibuta Chashu (Braised Pork)	¥250
	Toppings	Kunsei Chashu (Smoked Pork Thigh)	¥200
	Drinks	Super Dry (Small Bottle)	¥500
	Drinks	Kaku Highball (Can)	¥400

Instant Ramen Introduction

Currently, there is no sales information for instant ramen.

Google Reviews Analysis

Item	Details
Overall Rating (★)	3.7 / 5.0
Number of Reviews	829

(As of October 18, 2025)

Positive Review Trends

The soup is rich and has an authentic Iekei flavor, but with a clean aftertaste that makes it easy to drink.
The chashu (roast pork) is tender, juicy, and delicious.
The all-you-can-eat rice offers excellent value for money.
The “Morning Ramen Service” until 11 AM is a great deal.
The staff is energetic and provides polite service.

Areas for Improvement / Negative Review Trends

Some customers find the soup too salty or rich for their liking.
A few comments mention concerns about the cleanliness of the interior.

Summary & Recommendations

Recommended For

Fans of authentic Iekei-style ramen.
Those who want a hearty meal and appreciate good value.
Anyone looking for a delicious ramen shop around Shinjuku Station.

Tips for Visitors

You need to purchase a ticket from the vending machine before being seated.
You can customize your order by choosing noodle firmness, soup richness, and oil level.
The special “Morning Ramen Service” is only available from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Feel free to use the tabletop condiments like garlic, ginger, and chili paste to customize the flavor.

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