Shuchan Ramen
Opened in 2013 by a chef trained at Fukuchan, a renowned Fukuoka ramen establishment. The hakata tonkotsu ramen, made using a unique method of blending previous-day and same-day broth, is praised as 'rich yet crisp.' A genuine gem that closes as soon as soup runs out. Lines form even on weekdays, drawing fans from across Oita and beyond.
Reviews frequently note that arriving early is a must before soup runs out, that it is worth traveling long distances for, and that the enormous chashu hanging over the bowl is stunning. Tabelog 112 reviews; featured in Ramen Walker Kyushu edition.