HALAL WAGYU RAMEN SHINJUKU-TEI Tokyo Yotsuya – ai-chan’s Honest Halal Food Review for Muslim Travelers

🍜 Slurping salt-based ramen in a slightly sketchy underground spot—Yotsuya edition of this popular halal ramen brand!

🍜 Introduction

　I happened to be in the Yotsuya area for a business meeting, so I decided to drop by since I was nearby.This part of Tokyo is more of a business zone than a tourist area, filled with office workers. You’ll even spot quite a few Muslim professionals working at foreign companies based in the area.

So it’s not surprising that this branch caters more to everyday needs than to sightseeing.Let’s head underground and see what kind of ramen is waiting for us today… 🕵️‍♀️🍜

The restaurant is tucked away underground in a busy nightlife area.

It’s a little hard to find—and honestly, I hesitated for a moment before going in. But the big “100% HALAL FOOD” sign at the entrance gave me the confidence I needed to step inside.

⭐️ Overall Score: 8.4 / 10

　Right by the door, I also spotted the official halal certification clearly displayed.

That definitely helped calm my nerves. 🌙✨

🔍 Category Ratings

Category	Score	Comment
🍜 Food	4.0 / 5	🍜 The chicken-based ramen had a clear, flavorful broth that really brought out the richness of the chicken without being too heavy. I was also happy to see a slice of wagyu beef as a topping—it felt like a little bonus treat! And the karaage (fried chicken)? Crispy and juicy—honestly, it ranked pretty high for me.
🙋‍♀️ Service	5.0 / 5	The owner, Ken-san, greeted me with a warm smile, which helped ease my initial hesitation about stepping into this underground spot. I'm really glad I gave it a try. 💫
🏠 Atmosphere	3.5 / 5	Yes, the entrance feels a bit intimidating, and the restaurant interior is a little dated—but it’s clean and well-maintained. Despite the limited space, they even had a prayer room available, which I really appreciated.

🥢 Ate Halal Ramen

🍜 I ordered the HALAL RAMEN SHOYU (Soy Sauce) with a set that included 2 slices of wagyu chashu, 5 slices of chicken chashu, karaage, and a drink—for 3,200 yen.

One thing though—the naruto fish cake shown in the menu photo was missing! 😅Apparently it was out of stock that day… a little sad for a Naruto anime fan like me.

Here’s what the menu looked like: there were also other luxurious ramen options featuring wagyu beef as the star.

Here’s what the menu looked like: there were also other luxurious ramen options featuring wagyu beef as the star.

✨ If you’re visiting as a tourist, I highly recommend snapping a photo while enjoying your ramen.Ken-san, the friendly owner, will happily take one for you!

As for the ramen—it had a delicate yet flavorful chicken-based broth that felt light but still satisfying. The noodles held the soup well, and the wagyu? Melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

But the real winner might just be…the karaage! Crispy outside, juicy inside—it honestly stole the show.I’ve always been a fan of SHINJUKUTEI’s karaage, and now I’m starting to think...Maybe this is actually a fried chicken restaurant that just happens to serve ramen. 😆

🕌 Muslim-Friendly Score: 4 / 5

Item	Score
✅ Halal Certification	3 / 3
🕌 Prayer Space	1 / 1
💧 Wudu Facility	０ / 1

Everything served here is 100% halal, and the restaurant is officially halal certified, so you can dine with peace of mind.

Even though it’s a bit tight, there’s a small prayer space available inside—definitely a thoughtful touch for Muslim guests.

📍 Basic Info (as of April 2025)

• Name: HALAL WAGYU RAMEN SHINJUKU-TEI Tokyo Yotsuya

• Address: Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Yotsuya, 1 Chome−23 上野ビル 地下1階

• Tel : 080-5913-0146

• Nearest Station: Yotsuya Station (8-min walk)

• Opening Hours: 12:00–14:30 17:00–22:30 (check before visiting)

• Halal Status: 100% halal certified

• Prayer Room: Available on site

• Languages Supported: English available, Muslim staff present

💬 ai-chan’s One-Line Review

“If you can brave the sketchy basement entrance, a bowl of top-notch halal ramen awaits you!”

👤It’s a great spot not just for travelers, but also for a casual business lunch with Muslim colleagues.

Just note—the place isn’t very big, so it’s probably best for groups of 4 or fewer to keep things smooth and cozy.

👤 About the Author

Written by ai-chan:

 Editor-in-chief of a Japanese food industry media outlet, visiting over 300 restaurants annually.She is committed to delivering honest, experience-based restaurant reviews—never sponsored, always grounded in reality.

With the rising number of Muslim travelers to Japan and the lack of reliable halal food information, she launched this project to personally verify halal-friendly restaurants and provide trustworthy guidance.Though still learning about halal culture as a beginner, she is determined to explore one restaurant at a time—with humility, respect, and a desire to help Muslim travelers feel safe and welcome in Japan.

“I want to share truly reliable halal dining options—beyond just star ratings or labels—with Muslim travelers visiting Japan.”

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