Ramen Maruhana
Est. 2009. A pioneer of Yokohama-style (ie-kei) ramen in Wakayama City. Owner trained at the legendary Yamatame Shokudo before opening independently. Serves only two varieties: rich pork-bone soy sauce and pork-bone salt, both with a creamy, potage-like broth. Ranked #1 Wakayama ramen on Google Reviews (4.2 stars / 982 reviews, April 2025 Netlab survey). Closes when sold out — queues last until closing.
Reviews say 'this creaminess is one-of-a-kind in Wakayama,' 'been coming for 5+ years and never get bored,' 'queues last all the way to closing,' '¥700 for this quality is absurd.' Google 4.2 / 982 reviews (#1 Wakayama ramen). Multiple authentic personal posts on TikTok and Instagram.