Los Angeles · Ramen · casual
Kouraku
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One of Little Tokyo's longest-running ramen and Chinese-Japanese restaurants since 1976 — a neighborhood stalwart for affordable noodle dishes.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Little Tokyo
- Since
- 1976
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About
Kouraku has operated since 1976 on East 2nd Street in Little Tokyo, serving ramen and Chinese-Japanese dishes for nearly fifty years. It is one of the oldest continuously operating restaurants in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kouraku sits in Little Tokyo, one of Los Angeles'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
- Operating since 1976 — one of Little Tokyo's oldest restaurants
- Affordable ramen and Chinese-Japanese dishes
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Frequently asked
About Kouraku
- Is Kouraku an authentic ramen restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Kouraku is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for ramen in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Kouraku located?
- Kouraku is located at 314 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (,), Los Angeles, USA in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kouraku?
- Kouraku does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Kouraku?
- Kouraku sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in Los Angeles.
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