Taiyo

At Taiyo, soy sauce ramen made with niboshi (dried sardine) broth comes with the option of jumbo gyoza. Build a meal around noodles and dumplings, with half-size fried rice or rice on the side. Reviewers mention the clear broth’s fragrant dried-sardine notes and a light flavour reminiscent of old-fashioned chūka soba. The ramen on its own costs ¥850; for ramen with jumbo gyoza 3 pieces and half a seasoned egg, choose Set B for ¥1,150.

The gyoza’s generous size is a highlight for some reviewers, who also note the browned patches on the skins and their substantial filling. Set B’s three dumplings make a satisfying match for the noodles. If you would rather make gyoza the focus, Gyoza Rice (¥900) comes with five pieces, rice and soup. Set C pairs ramen with half-size fried rice for ¥1,150; the set with half-size ramen and half-size fried rice costs ¥1,020, giving you a choice to suit your appetite.

The restaurant is listed as open daily from 11:00 until 2:00 the following day. Payment is cash only.