Tonkotsu Chuka Soba Gantare
Established January 2015 by a chef trained at 'Mushin,' a branch of Kyoto's legendary tonkotsu ramen chain 'Muteppo.' The ultra-rich, thick tonkotsu broth cooked over high heat is the hallmark, making this a must-visit ramen destination in Wakayama. Queues form before opening even after the March 2022 relocation.
Yahoo Maps 4.17 with 289 reviews; Tabelog 3.56 with 223 reviews and 5,058 saves. Many comments say 'still a huge queue after moving' and 'top-tier even among Muteppo lineage.' The floating, thick tonkotsu soup is an experience unique to this shop. Many personal specific reviews on SNS, Ramen Database, and Retty. No signs of fake reviews.