Ichiran Ramen Opens New Overseas Branch in Manhattan, NYC

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

The Japanese ramen chain Ichiran, which has locations across Japan, sparked long queues when it entered Taiwan in 2017. Now, Ichiran is set to open its second U.S. branch, “ICHIRAN NY Midtown West,” which will open at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 (local time).

With a total of 74 branches worldwide, Ichiran first expanded overseas to Hong Kong in 2013, followed by the U.S. in 2016, and Taiwan in 2017. It now has branches in three international markets. The 75th branch, NY Midtown West, is located in a conveniently accessible central area of New York.

Since the opening of “ICHIRAN NY Brooklyn” in 2016, it has attracted food enthusiasts from around the world. There have been ongoing requests for a branch in downtown New York. In response to strong support, the second U.S. branch is confirmed to be located in Manhattan.

The NY Midtown West branch features 46 seats of the well-known “Flavor Concentration Seating,” where customers can also experience Ichiran’s uniquely developed ordering system and extra noodle system. Not only does it offer the same taste and service as in Japan, but it also introduces Ichiran’s authentic tonkotsu (pork bone broth) ramen and innovative dining culture to the United States.