The Ultimate Pure Shot! Magoichi’s Shirakawa Broth is Liquid Craftsmanship!
Located precisely between JR Kunitachi and Nishi-Kunitachi Stations, this shop is the unquestionable pedigree of Chukka Soba, serving as a direct inheritor of the legendary Tora Shokudo—the living legend of Shirakawa Ramen.
The flavor is a faithful testament to the culinary DNA of Southern Tohoku, the holy land of Chukka Soba.
Despite being additive-free (mukachō), the stable, deep taste of the chicken and pork broth is refined through meticulous technique. It boasts a razor-sharp purity, much like a famed samurai sword.
The sheer clarity of the soup reflects nothing less than the passion and spirit of the artisan.
This Is Our Must-Try Order!
・Wonton Ramen - ¥900
・Extra Scallion - ¥100
・Menu Items in Japanese: ワンタンめん ネギ
The Perfect Calibration: Purity Meets Wavy Dynamics.
The true genius of Shirakawa Ramen lies in the synergistic relationship between the crystalline broth and the highly textured noodles.
The broth's zero-impurity standard demands a noodle that won't leach excess starch and disrupt the soup’s famed transparency.
The hand-kneaded waves serve as an elegant mechanism to trap the subtle layer of chicken oil and the delicate kaeshi on its surface, allowing the eater to experience the pure umami instantly upon slurping.
This wavy dynamic ensures that the smooth, resilient snap of the noodle is delivered in perfect sync with the bright, sharp purity of the soup, creating a combined experience that is both clean and profoundly flavorful.
The Supporting Cast: Reliable Components That Elevate the Experience
The bowl is completed by a classic supporting cast of toppings.
The wontons are strictly the "drinkable" type—designed not for a dense filling, but for enjoying the slippery, delicate texture of the wrapper itself.
This is set against the firm, traditional texture of the chashu, which is lean and robust—the kind commonly seen in the Shōwa era of Japanese ramen.
Further enhancing the experience are the slices of crisp, fresh green onion (negi), the vibrant spiral of naruto, and the aromatic sheet of nori, each providing essential textural contrast.
Shop Information & Access
Address
3-31-2 Hiyoshichō, Kokubunji-shi, Tokyo
Stations
15 minutes walk from JR Nishi-Kokubunji
914 meters from Kunitachi.
Phone
Hours
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- 11:30 - 15:00L.O. 14:45
- Wed
- Closed
- ■Closed on
Not fixed
Hours and closed days may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Payment Methods
Cash Only at the ticket machine.
(The shop does not accept credit cards or electronic payments.)
Reservations
Unavailable
Parking & Bicycle Parking
Available
There are ones in front, across the road, and at the back.
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Review conclusion
The Shirakawa Chukka Soba served here is a complete experience of liquid craftsmanship and uncompromising purity.
The intensely transparent broth achieves crystalline harmony with the kaeshi, ensuring every sip is refreshing and bright.
This entire bowl is a masterclass in stability and refined technique, from the lively rebound of the hand-kneaded noodles to the precise seasoning of the broth.
You don't just eat ramen here; you taste the mastery that elevates a humble bowl into ramen nirvana.
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