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Ramen Toyoko Sasaguchi
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
Order this
Special rich miso ramen with dilution broth
The story behind the bowl
Toyoko embodies Niigata's concentrated miso style, serving a powerful paste-like soup with a separate kettle of dashi so each diner controls the strength.
Before you go: Dilute gradually, not all at once. The changing concentration is the experience.