Ramen maker established since 2004 and is fully vegan since 2018. Does not use the five pungent spices. Offers a few flavors of ramen, eggplant-sushi, cakes for desserts, and complimentary tea. Reservations for dinner are recommended, guests should use LINE app - no inquiries by phone. Open Mon-Tue 11:30am-2:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 6:00pm-8:30pm. May be closed irregularly on Mon & Tue.
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13-4 Shimogamo Higashi Takagicho, Matsugasaki, Kyoto, Japan, 606
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Added by MinoruYonekawa on 24 Jul 2016
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89 Reviews
First Review by Poca123
kendallpink
Points +68
Home away from home - Edit
Such a lovely atmosphere! I ordered on uber eats before going, and it was definitely even tastier in person. I personally preferred the tan tan style ramen the best. It’s thick and creamy and filling. The vanilla ice cream is also one of the best vegan ice creams I’ve ever had. I would definitely go again and again.
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ErikvH.
Points +1536
Like dining in someone’s home - Edit
The most excellent ramen in soy milk based soup, served in a very cosy setting that feels like you’re in someone’s home. Very much worth the 20-30 minute trip from downtown.
Read morePros: Fully plant-based restaurant, Nice atmosphere, Friendly folks
Cons: A bit far from downtown Kyoto but worth the trip
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Hayden5780
Points +176
Lovely - Edit
Cosy place for lunch. Soy milk ramen was a first for us and we didn't expect to love it but it was tasty. As it is out of the way we would not personally return but very glad to have gone. Would recommend if up for the trek.
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PassTheAvos
Points +71
Delicious - Edit
Cozy place and the soymilk based ramen was delicious and satisfying.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-19
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Daifukus
Points +132
Delicious bowl of soymilk ramen! - Edit
Wonderful rich and creamy bowl of soymilk ramen, delicious selection of sides and a few desserts as well. Lots of options to customise your bowl to your liking. I especially recommend the Musashi and Tantan ramen, also don't miss out on the eggplant sushi! Very cozy atmosphere inside and friendly owner. Definitely come here if you are in Kyoto for a while!
Read morePros: delicious ramen, sides and desserts, options to customise your bowl, cozy atmosphere
Cons: bit out of the way so takes some time to get here
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AmandaSakiye
Points +3272
You must go here! - Edit
I would literally fly to Kyoto from the USA just to eat here again. Los Angeles has some great vegan food but there is no place like this place… 😭💗
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MeaghanTheVeaghan
Points +79
This is my favourite restaurant in the world - Edit
I may change my mind in the future as I haven’t been to every country yet, but as it stands this is my favourite restaurant in the world. I will travel to Kyoto every time I visit Japan to go here. I last visited in 2020 (working through a review backlog) and I still dream about the Tantanmen sometimes.
Read moreNot only is the food delicious but the restaurant itself is cute and quaint and ethereal at the same time.
Pros: Delicious , Vegan trailblazer , Cute atmosphere
Cons: Don’t like you to take photos
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GrayHorwitz
Points +1998
Amazing! Favorite place in Kyoto - Edit
Really tasty and original ramen provide the main course for the set meal, in a beautiful Japanese home setting. The Yuba shashimi and eggplant unagi sushi are excellent as well. The sesame latte was a nice drink. The cake was fine but didn’t live up to the rest of the food
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JuliaPachera
Points +27
Cozy restaurant - Edit
Very friendly staff and nice sesame ice cream. The mushroom ramen was not salty enough for my taste tough. Next time I‘ll try the tantan ramen.
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roquerynn
Points +452
Cozy place - Edit
-Been here september 17th 2019-
Read moreWe enjoyed our stay in this small cozy restaurant. The small pathway to the restaurant was magical!
We both enjoyed our ramen very much. Sadly there are signs everywhere, that you are not allowed to take pictures.
Updated from previous review on 2020-09-26
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Karu
Points +148
Creamy soy milk ramen - Edit
The soy milk ramen from Towzen is creamy and very rich in flavour. I had the chance to eat there a few times and tried two versions of soy milk ramen: tantan for the spicy lovers, and musashi. I was feeling brave and had the electrifying musashi! Such and experience. I also had the aubergine sushi and tried the ramen soy milk soup with rice, it was like a super-creamy risotto. All very tasty and filling, and with generous portions. I tried other ramens with soy milk, but Towzen one is different because the broth base is soy milk, not just one of the ingredients that you add at a veggie broth, I guess that is what makes it so special and creamy. I can't wait to go again and try the rice bowls and chlorella noddles. Don't miss Ramen Towzen if you are in Kyoto. They also do DELIVERY!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-04-08
Pros: Flavoursome, nice portions, small japanese restaurant
Cons: not in the centre. that may be a pro.
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veganxpig
Points +28
豆乳ラーメン専門店 - Edit
なぜか、読み方は『まめぜん』から『とうぜん』に変更。
Read more当初はヴィーガンでないラーメンを提供していたが、現在はヴィーガンラーメン専門店に。
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BerniBear
Points +57
Very tasty!!! Must try: Chlorella noodles!!! - Edit
Very nice staff and the Ramen with Chlorella noodles was outstanding!!
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cuppatea
Points +251
Delicious! - Edit
Great food, friendly staff, cute venue. The restaurant asks guests not to use phones or take photos inside, so I didn’t take pictures. A lot of the reviews say it was hard to find, but we used google maps and had no issues. Would highly recommend the green cake!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Staff speak English
Cons: Location is rather far out
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LewisEatsPlants
Points +1426
Uniquely amazing ramen. EDIT: Twice in two days - Edit
This is my second visit and I guarantee it won’t be my last. The memory of how good their ramen was what brought me back to Japan for another holiday.
Read moreWe ordered the Musashi (a little spicy) and the Tamtam (a little spicy). Both with chlorella. The first thing you notice when they arrive is how thick the broth is. Normally vegan ramen is a little bit on the thin side, but this is one of the thickest broths I’ve seen. The ramen itself is one of the tastiest things I’ve ever had and has a flavour unlike any other ramen.
I originally wanted this holiday to be a food safari, but I’ll probably go back there in a few days. I wouldn’t be mad if I had to eat every meal there until I left Kyoto!
Also they do UberEats, which seems great!
Edit: went back the next day for Lunch. Had the tamtam (spicy). Still very enjoyable but not as great as the Musashi.
Pros: Unique and amazing flavour, Cute shop, Friendly staff
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umu
Points +126
The BEST ramen I had in Japan! - Edit
Everyone was right--the soy milk ramen was the best ramen I've ever had. Also, the interior is super charming and the staff were very kind. I'll definitely come back if I'm ever in Kyoto again!
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Yogiküche
Points +192
Great Ramen - Edit
Authentic Japanese style. Really good Ramen. Was a bit difficult to find. Highly recommend!
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whiskersc
Points +51
Awesome ramen with soy milk and Japanese pepper soup. - Edit
There eggplant sushi also worth a try. Their cake is a bit crumbly. Nicely decorated shop.
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allergy.traveller
Points +20
Worth hunting out - Edit
I've been back three times over three visits to Kyoto and each time I worry I've overbuilt the memory of this ramen. But I haven't. It's just THAT good!
Read moreIn a residential area, but it's a lovely walk or bike ride from the main tourist district along the river banks.
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snacktime
Points +20
Absolutely incredible - Edit
Would highly recommend.
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SP
Points +1411
very delicious - Edit
This place wasn't easy to find, and it was raining a lot which didn't help, but all's well that ends well! Check out the photos people have posted before going, so you know what to look for, and that should help you find the place. I forgot to do that before going and the photos wouldn't load while I was out and on data.
Read moreThe place is Japanese style, you sit cross-legged at low tables on tatami mats. I bought the basic ramen and it was so good!
Pros: vegan ramen, yay!
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padi
Points +190
🤤 - Edit
One of the best ramen we‘ve had in whole Japan.
Read moreIt’s a bit outside of town, but totally worth it.
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Beadle
Points +154
Next Level Vegan Ramen ! - Edit
The food and service at Towzen were 10/10 !
Read moreThe restaurant was a short cab ride from the main train station. Well worth the trip ! The staff were so kind and courteous. Thank you Towzen for an amazing experience.
Pros: Delicious Ramen, Delicious sushi, Excellent service
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AkihiroShugo
Points +1230
Very nice vegan ramen - Edit
The best vegan ramen in Kyoto!!
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Hakaisan
Points +100
Great Ramen - Edit
I have tried the Chlorella Ramen and the normal Ramen. They were both delicious 😋 Bit difficult to find and to park the car.
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m@earthville
Points +9580
Delicious ramen in a charming place - Edit
Vegan Ramen Towzen was a pleasant surprise, with perhaps the tastiest ramen I've ever had, served with gentle sweetness. I had the traditional ramen with the addition of chlorella, which I'd recommend (unless you're after a more traditional ramen). Service was very warm and helpful, with some English spoken.
Read moreRecommended! Enjoy!
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MamieLoup
Points +403
Cute place - Edit
We chose both of the ramen, my favorite was the creamy mushroom one which was very creamy and delicious, the other one too but maybe too salty for me.
Read moreHowever, I shouldn't have take the chocolat cake which was a bit tasteless. But the ice cream was good.
Pros: Good taste and beautiful plate, Nice staff , Great Japanese atmosphere , very cute place.
Cons: A bit too salty for my taste , Tasteless chocolate cake.
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