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Kimagure Hachibei

Rating74SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
【Local Support】Tabelog 3.46/188 reviews.
【地元支持】食べログ3.46/188件。
3.46
Ramen DB 168 reviews.
ラーメンデータベース168件。
TripAdvisor 4.0/12.
TripAdvisor4.0/12件。
4.0
Highly regarded within Nagano's ramen community ('mega-popular' designation).
長野ラーメン業界内での高評価(「超人気ラーメン店」認定)。
20+ years of track record with many longtime regulars.
20年以上の実績と常連の声多数。
Listed by multiple Azumino City tourism sites and local media.
安曎野市観光サイト・地元メディア複数掲載。
【Cost Performance】Authentic Hakata tonkotsu from 820 yen is exceptional value in Shinshu.
【コスパ】本格博多豚骨820円〜は信州では破格。
Local pricing, not tourist pricing.
観光地価格ではなく地元民が通える価格。
【Track Record】Over 20 years in operation.
【実績】創業20年以上。
Established as Azumino City's leading tonkotsu ramen shop.
安曎野市を代表する豚骨ラーメン店として定着。
【Chain Check】Currently only 2 directly-managed locations.
【チェーン確認】現在は安曎野本店・塩尻きまはち商店の2店舗のみ(直営)。
Does not meet national chain threshold of 4+ locations.
4店舗以上のナショナルチェーン基準には該当しない。
Popular Dishes
Honshiro (Hakata tonkotsu, 820 yen)
本白(博多豚骨・820円)
Honkuro (black sesame tonkotsu)
本黒(黒ゴマ豚骨)
Thick tonkotsu with curly noodles
ちぢれ麺との濃厚豚骨
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removed

A pioneering ramen shop that brought authentic Hakata tonkotsu to Shinshu Azumino. For over 20 years, it has been the go-to spot when locals say 'tonkotsu in Azumino means here.' Authentic Hakata tonkotsu for under 900 yen is remarkable value. Highly regarded by other Nagano ramen shops. Tabelog 3.46/188 reviews (Ramen DB 168 reviews). Currently only 2 directly-managed locations: Azumino main store and Shiojiri Kimahachi Shoten (not a national chain).

Long-running praise: 'A mega-popular shop consistently respected by Nagano ramen restaurants,' 'Bringing authentic Hakata tonkotsu to Shinshu is a historic achievement,' '20 years and the taste hasn't changed — coming back again.' Tabelog 3.46/188 reviews. A local staple for over 20 years. TripAdvisor 4.0/12. No sakura suspicion. December 2024 visit report confirms operation.

Business Hours
Mon11:30-15:00, 17:30-22:00
TueClosed
Wed – Sun11:30-15:00, 17:30-22:00
Regular HolidayTuesday
Phone0263-73-0408Call
Access
About 20-minute walk from JR Toyoshina Station. Parking available. Cash only.
271-14 Toyoshina Minamihotaka, Azumino City, Nagano
English Menu:Not AvailableCredit Card:Not Available
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Kimagure Hachibei

Rating74SCORE
Popular Dishes
Honshiro (Hakata tonkotsu, 820 yen)
本白(博多豚骨・820円)
Honkuro (black sesame tonkotsu)
本黒(黒ゴマ豚骨)
Thick tonkotsu with curly noodles
ちぢれ麺との濃厚豚骨
Business Hours
Mon11:30-15:00, 17:30-22:00
TueClosed
Wed – Sun11:30-15:00, 17:30-22:00
Regular HolidayTuesday
Access
About 20-minute walk from JR Toyoshina Station. Parking available. Cash only.
271-14 Toyoshina Minamihotaka, Azumino City, Nagano
Phone0263-73-0408
English Menu:Not AvailableCredit Card:Not Available
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
【Local Support】Tabelog 3.46/188 reviews.
【地元支持】食べログ3.46/188件。
3.46
Ramen DB 168 reviews.
ラーメンデータベース168件。
TripAdvisor 4.0/12.
TripAdvisor4.0/12件。
4.0
Highly regarded within Nagano's ramen community ('mega-popular' designation).
長野ラーメン業界内での高評価(「超人気ラーメン店」認定)。
20+ years of track record with many longtime regulars.
20年以上の実績と常連の声多数。
Listed by multiple Azumino City tourism sites and local media.
安曎野市観光サイト・地元メディア複数掲載。
【Cost Performance】Authentic Hakata tonkotsu from 820 yen is exceptional value in Shinshu.
【コスパ】本格博多豚骨820円〜は信州では破格。
Local pricing, not tourist pricing.
観光地価格ではなく地元民が通える価格。
【Track Record】Over 20 years in operation.
【実績】創業20年以上。
Established as Azumino City's leading tonkotsu ramen shop.
安曎野市を代表する豚骨ラーメン店として定着。
【Chain Check】Currently only 2 directly-managed locations.
【チェーン確認】現在は安曎野本店・塩尻きまはち商店の2店舗のみ(直営)。
Does not meet national chain threshold of 4+ locations.
4店舗以上のナショナルチェーン基準には該当しない。
74SCORE
What a score of 74 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

A pioneering ramen shop that brought authentic Hakata tonkotsu to Shinshu Azumino. For over 20 years, it has been the go-to spot when locals say 'tonkotsu in Azumino means here.' Authentic Hakata tonkotsu for under 900 yen is remarkable value. Highly regarded by other Nagano ramen shops. Tabelog 3.46/188 reviews (Ramen DB 168 reviews). Currently only 2 directly-managed locations: Azumino main store and Shiojiri Kimahachi Shoten (not a national chain).

Long-running praise: 'A mega-popular shop consistently respected by Nagano ramen restaurants,' 'Bringing authentic Hakata tonkotsu to Shinshu is a historic achievement,' '20 years and the taste hasn't changed — coming back again.' Tabelog 3.46/188 reviews. A local staple for over 20 years. TripAdvisor 4.0/12. No sakura suspicion. December 2024 visit report confirms operation.

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