Ramen¥
Jigen
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。
Yahoo 4.09 (29 reviews), Tabelog 3.44 (89 reviews).
A community-rooted ramen shop open from 6:30 AM, genuinely full of regulars by 7 AM on weekends.
Active Instagram account (@zigen_nkh) confirms current operation.
No PR deals.
Affordable pricing from 500 yen.
Embodies Nikaho's unique 'morning ramen culture.' Exception criteria applied for small-town area (Nikaho population ~26,000).
Popular Dishes
Morning Ramen (Chuka Soba from 500 yen)
朝ラー（中華そば500円〜）
Sanma Bushi Ramen
さんま節ラーメン
Jiro-style Pork Ramen
二郎系豚めん
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removedA representative of Nikaho City's unique 'morning ramen culture.' Open from 6:30 AM, with seating nearly full by 7 AM on Saturdays—almost all regular customers. Affordable morning ramen starting from 500 yen. Wide lineup from various fish broth soups (sanma, aji) to Jiro-style. Popularity maintained after 2018 relocation. Closed Wednesdays (check Instagram for latest).
Yahoo rating 4.09 (29 reviews). Tabelog 3.44 (89 reviews). Many local regulars comment: 'A hearty morning meal that's still gentle on the stomach.' 'Full of regulars by 7 AM on Saturdays.' 'A must-stop whenever I'm in Nikaho.' Also praised on Tabelog as 'a precious morning ramen spot.'
Business Hours
Mon – Sun6:30-14:00
Regular Holiday：Wednesday（要確認。Instagram @zigen_nkh で最新情報確認推奨）
Access
Along National Route 7. Parking available. Unique early-morning service from 6:30 AM. Cash only. Closed Wednesdays but subject to change (check Instagram @zigen_nkh).
32 Miyata, Hirasawa, Nikaho, Akita
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not Available
