Amsterdam · Ramen · casual
Takumi Ramen
Japanese ramen kitchenJapanese-ownedRamenDe PijpTonkotsuChicken broth
Takumi Ramen is a Japanese-owned ramen chain founded in 2007 by Japanese nationals Mr. Saeki and Mr. Okada, who dreamed of bringing Japanese ramen to Europe. The De Pijp branch near the Heineken Experience and Albert Cuyp Market has become one of Amsterdam's top-rated ramen destinations.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- De Pijp
- Since
- 2007
- Owner
- Mr. Saeki & Mr. Okada
Plate № 147
About
The Takumi story began in 1995 when Mr. Saeki and Mr. Okada worked together in Amsterdam, sharing a dream of opening a ramen restaurant in Europe. By 2007 that dream had become reality with the Takumi brand, which has since grown across multiple European cities while maintaining its Japanese-owned roots. The Amsterdam De Pijp branch serves rich chicken broth ramen prepared with a light-but-luscious technique, alongside tonkotsu, spicy miso, and black garlic variants that reviewers have compared favourably to train-station ramen shops in Tokyo. The menu also includes sashimi, gyoza, and takoyaki. Open daily from noon, it serves lunch crowds from the nearby Albert Cuyp Market and evening visitors seeking a warming bowl after the Heineken Experience.
Neighborhood & visiting
Takumi Ramen sits in De Pijp, one of Amsterdam's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Founded by Japanese nationals Saeki and Okada — a genuine Japanese ramen dream brought to Europe
- Reviewers compare the tonkotsu to their favourite Tokyo ramen shops — high praise from Japan travellers
- Open daily from noon — rare reliability for quality ramen across all hours
- Central De Pijp location near Albert Cuyp Market, perfect for a post-market ramen bowl
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Frequently asked
About Takumi Ramen
- Is Takumi Ramen an authentic japanese ramen kitchen restaurant in Amsterdam?
- Yes — Takumi Ramen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese ramen kitchen in Amsterdam: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Takumi Ramen located?
- Takumi Ramen is located at Ferdinand Bolstraat 36H, 1072 LK Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands in the De Pijp neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Takumi Ramen?
- Takumi Ramen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Amsterdam we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Takumi Ramen?
- Takumi Ramen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese ramen kitchen of this format in Amsterdam.
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