Shop Introduction Ramen Makoto is a small ramen shop with a Showa-era atmosphere, located on Yomizaka, an old cobblestone alley in Ouse Town. Marked by its red noren curtain and orange lanterns, the rich aroma of pork bone broth wafts through the alley at night, naturally drawing in passersby. True to the owner Makoto's conviction of "putting everything into a single bowl," the shop prides itself on its homemade noodles and broth prepared meticulously from early morning. Characterized by a rich yet clean aftertaste, it serves as a neighborhood kitchen, delivering a taste and warmth that makes both first-timers and regulars want to come back. Since there are no rival shops in town, you can focus on building up the business without worry. Furthermore, because there are no fixed regulars, the shop is constantly evolving. Atmospheric Description The interior is a cozy space with wooden beams and old plaster walls. Sitting at the counter, the sound of the owner tossing the wok and the clinking of iron tools create a pleasant rhythm. The orange lantern light softly illuminates the shop, and the cobblestones outside are visible through glass slightly fogged by steam. Rainy nights are particularly atmospheric; the noren hangs heavy and wet, and the sound of dripping water mixes with the bubbling broth. In winter, steam rising from hot bowls envelops your face, and in summer, the savory scent of chilled back fat stimulates the appetite. It is the kind of place that makes people want to say, "I'm home." Menu Standard Menu Makoto Ramen (Rich Tonkotsu) — 850 yen Homemade medium-thick noodles in a pork bone broth simmered for over 20 hours. The signature dish featuring a perfect balance of sweet back fat and sharp soy sauce. Soy Sauce Ramen — 780 yen A lighter pork bone soy sauce base. Features thin, tender chashu slices and a gooey soft-boiled egg. Miso Ramen — 820 yen Uses the owner's special blended miso. The slightly charred flavor is addictive. Chashu-men — 980 yen Makoto Ramen topped with three extra thick slices of homemade chashu. Extra Noodles (Kaedama) — 100 yen (Recommended for those who find the soup rich) Toppings Marinated Egg +80 yen Extra Back Fat +50 yen Extra Green Onions +50 yen Bamboo Shoots (Menma) +70 yen Minced Garlic (Free) Seasonal Specials (For world-building) Spring: Sakura Shrimp Salt Ramen (A light, seasonal aroma) Summer: Makoto-style Hiyashi Chuka (Finished with a rich sauce) Autumn: Charred Miso Ramen (Enhanced savoriness) Winter: Ultra-Rich Paitan Tonkotsu (Extra back fat, served piping hot) Side Menu Gyoza (6 pieces) — 450 yen Chashu Bowl — 480 yen Soft-boiled Egg (Single) — 120 yen Beer (Bottled) — 550 yen