Ikkotsuya (Rich Tonkotsu Ramen Pioneer)
A founding tonkotsu ramen restaurant in Oita since 1989. A pioneer of rich tonkotsu ramen in Oita alongside Tora no Yume. Features house-made ultra-thin noodles and charcoal-grilled pork belly chashu. Open until 11:30pm - a reliable late-night spot for Oita drivers. Yahoo Maps 3.78/135 reviews. Tabelog 3.51/179 reviews. Full portions under 1,000 yen.
Tabelog 3.51/179 reviews. Yahoo Maps 3.78/135 reviews. 35+ years in operation since 1989. Praised by local ramen fans as 'the founding spirit of Oita rich tonkotsu.' Late-night hours attract strong regulars. No PR deals. No sakura concerns.