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Tomidaya Ramen
A signature bowl from our Ho Chi Minh City guide. See what to order, why this counter stands out, and how to plan the visit.
Little Japan · Shoyu · Chicken paitan · Hakata tonkotsu
Order this
Shoyu ramen with ajitama
The story behind the bowl
Hidden inside Saigon's Little Japan lanes, Tomidaya built its reputation on a tiny room, textured noodles and a dark, deeply seasoned shoyu bowl. The queue and hard-to-spot entrance are part of a genuine neighborhood-counter experience, not manufactured theater.
Before you go: Search the exact Thai Van Lung alley listing and expect very little room for a group. Verify the current address because older reviews point to previous locations.