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Kikanbo

A signature bowl from our Tokyo guide. See what to order, why this counter stands out, and how to plan the visit.

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Illustrated kara-shibi miso ramen for Kikanbo in Tokyo
Illustrated signature bowl · Kikanbo

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Kara-shibi miso ramen

The story behind the bowl

Kikanbo turns spice into an interactive ritual. Guests choose both kara, the chili heat, and shibi, the numbing sansho level, inside a dark, festival-like room.

Before you go: Choose moderate levels on a first visit; the sansho sensation builds quickly.