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Jikon Niigata
A signature bowl from our Niigata guide. See what to order, why this counter stands out, and how to plan the visit.
Five local ramen styles
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Rich niboshi ramen
The story behind the bowl
Jikon brings dried-sardine aroma to the foreground, balancing marine bitterness with enough body to remain satisfying in Niigata's cold climate.
Before you go: Choose it only if you enjoy assertive niboshi; the slight bitterness is deliberate.