Japanese Chefs

For those who seek the true soul of Japanese cuisine, these are the spots where craftsmanship meets the bowl. I have curated these restaurants specifically because they are owned or led by Japanese chefs who bring authentic techniques and the spirit of Omotenashi to Amsterdam. If you want a bowl that stays true to Japanese roots, start here.

Where to Find Ramen in Amsterdam for Under €15 (2025 Edition)

Shio ramen with chicken chashu and clear broth at Fou Fow Ramen Amsterdam

💡 Introduction Finding ramen in Amsterdam that costs less than €15 is almost impossible these days. Most shops price their bowls between €18 and €25, especially if you want a proper portion with good toppings. But there’s one exception: Fou Fow Ramen on Elandsgracht. Their Shio Ramen (Basic €14.5) might not come with an egg, […]

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Japanese Ramen Chef Ryuichi Ueno (Chuka Soba Hirai) Opens a New Chapter in Amsterdam

Chef Ryuichi Ueno serving ramen during the Ramen Me pop-up in Porto

When a ramen chef leaves a successful career in Japan to start a new chapter in Europe, you know there’s a story worth telling. Meet Chef Ueno Ryuichi, a Japanese ramen creator who brought his passion — and his noodles — all the way to Amsterdam. 🇯🇵 From Japan’s Ramen World Before moving to the

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New in Amsterdam – Smaak Ramen Opens Their First Shop

For years, Smaak Ramen has been winning the hearts of ramen lovers in the Netherlands with their pop-up events in various locations. I was one of their fans, often visiting whenever they announced a new pop-up. The anticipation for a permanent location was huge – and now, it has finally happened. On August 8, Smaak

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Yokohama Ramen Saito: Authentic Iekei Ramen in Schiedam 🇳🇱

Yokohama-style Iekei ramen with thick soy tonkotsu broth and toppings like chashu and spinach at Yokohama Ramen Saito in Schiedam

Location: 📍 Parkweg 406, 3119 CV Schiedam, Netherlands Dish Tried: 🍜 Soy Tonkotsu Ramen – 11.5€ Extra: Chopped Green Onion – 1.5€ My Experience at Yokohama Ramen Saito This was my second time visiting Yokohama Ramen Saito in Schiedam, and once again, it did not disappoint! I arrived on a Wednesday around 7 PM and

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The best Miso Ramen in Uithoorn 【Restaurant Raku】

Raku is a Japanese-run restaurant located south of Amsterdam. At night, this is a Japanese restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of Japanese food, including sushi. They serve Ramen at lunch time. I would like to introduce their delicious miso Ramen that can only be eaten at lunch. Restaurant Raku Restaurant Raku is located

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