Ramen Manmi
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A legendary late-night ramen counter in Kanazawa, open since 1970 and still run as a one-man operation. The narrow 8-seat counter wraps a single cook in a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere — red noren curtain at the entrance, bare counter, bottle-of-water service that regulars love. The house specialty is a clear, light soy-based broth made with locally produced Kanazawa shoyu, with a gentle sweetness that lingers. A beloved after-drinking stop for office workers, travelers, and night-owls; order by vending machine ticket. Cash and PayPay only; no reservations.
Address
2-chōme-9-29 Honmachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0853, Japan
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Hours
Today
Open now18:00 – 01:00
Monday
18:00 – 01:00
Tuesday
18:00 – 01:00
Wednesday
18:00 – 01:00
Thursday
18:00 – 01:00
Friday
18:00 – 01:00
Saturday
18:00 – 01:00
Sunday
Closed
Features
Walk-in onlyNon-smokingCash and PayPay onlyNostalgic Showa-era counter barCounter seating only (8 seats)Perfect late-night after-drinking stopTicket vending machineTakeout availableClassic Kanazawa shoyu ramenClear pork and local soy sauce broth
Menu
* The menu was scanned by a user, not uploaded by the owner. There may be inaccuracies.
Ramen
Toppings
Side Dishes
Drinks
Ramen
Chuka Soba (Regular)
The signature bowl: a clear, golden shoyu broth made with locally sourced Kanazawa soy sauce, thin wavy noodles, chashu pork, narutomaki fish cake, and green onions. Light yet deeply flavored, with a gentle lingering sweetness. Order at the vending machine before sitting.
¥700
Chuka Soba Large
The same classic clear shoyu ramen in a larger noodle portion. Same broth, same toppings — just more noodles for bigger appetites or after a long night out.
¥800
Chashu Ramen
The house ramen topped with extra slices of tender braised chashu pork belly. Rich, savory addition to the light clear shoyu broth. A popular choice among regulars.
¥980
Chashu Ramen Large
Extra chashu pork ramen in a large noodle portion. The combination of generous chashu slices and extra noodles in the signature Kanazawa shoyu broth.
Bean Sprout Ramen
Classic Manmi shoyu ramen topped with fresh bean sprouts, adding a light crunch and texture to the clear broth. Mentioned frequently in guest reviews.
Mushroom Ramen
Shoyu ramen topped with mushrooms, adding an earthy depth to the light clear broth. A seasonal or specialty variation mentioned in customer reviews.
Kimchi Ramen
The signature Manmi shoyu ramen with kimchi topping, adding spicy and tangy contrast to the gentle sweetness of the clear Kanazawa soy sauce broth.
Miso Ramen
Ramen in a rich miso-based broth, a hearty alternative to the classic clear shoyu. Mentioned in guest reviews as one of the available options at Manmi.
Tantanmen (Spicy Sesame Ramen)
A spicy sesame-based ramen, inspired by Chinese dandan noodles. Offers a warming, nutty and spicy contrast to the restaurant's otherwise mild shoyu house style.
Jumbo Size Ramen
An extra-large (jumbo) size ramen for those with a serious appetite. Available as an upgrade size on the vending machine. Exact contents follow the standard house ramen.
Super Jumbo Size Ramen
The largest size option at Manmi — a super-sized bowl of the classic Chuka Soba, with noodles piled high. A challenge portion beloved by late-night regulars and ramen enthusiasts.
Toppings
Seaweed (Wakame)
Add-on topping of tender wakame seaweed. Can be added to any ramen for a briny, umami boost that pairs well with the clear shoyu broth.
Chashu Pork (extra)
Extra slices of Manmi's house-braised chashu pork belly as an additional topping. Tender and lightly seasoned to complement the clear shoyu broth.
Narutomaki Fish Cake
Traditional Japanese fish cake with a pink swirl pattern. A classic ramen topping included in standard bowls, also available as an additional order.
Side Dishes
Steamed Rice
A simple bowl of steamed white rice. Often ordered alongside the ramen to soak up the remaining broth, a classic combination for late-night dining.
Chashu Pork (takeout / souvenir)
Manmi's house-braised chashu pork available to take home as a souvenir. Noted as very popular on the official restaurant website. Perfect for a late-night snack or a gift.
Drinks
Beer
Cold bottled beer available at the counter. A popular pairing for those who stop in for a late-night drink before or alongside their ramen. Frequently mentioned in customer reviews.
Bottled Beer
Cold bottled beer served at the counter. The restaurant is noted for its old-school bottle service, and the cold water is also famously served in beer bottles — a beloved quirk of the establishment.
Sake (Japanese rice wine)
Japanese sake available at Manmi. Listed in the restaurant's amenities on Tabelog. Pairs well with the light shoyu ramen in a traditional late-night dining setting.
Cold Water (served in beer bottle)
Manmi's signature quirk: cold drinking water served in a beer bottle at the counter. A beloved and iconic detail of the experience, mentioned in countless guest reviews. Free of charge.
¥0
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