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Ramen Bar Akira
Authentic Japanese ramenJapanese-founded11 locations Italy-wideHandmade noodlesOstienseGrowing chain
Founded in 2016 by Akira Yoshida from Hyogo prefecture in Japan, Ramen Bar Akira has grown from a single Ostiense shop to 11 locations across Italy — proof of concept for authentic Japanese ramen in the Italian market. Noodles are handmade in an artisanal noodle lab.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Ostiense
- Since
- 2016
- Owner
- Akira Yoshida
Plate № 138
About
Akira Yoshida left Hyogo (Kansai region, Japan) to open his first ramen bar in Rome's Ostiense district in 2016, at a time when quality ramen was almost impossible to find in Italy. The formula — handmade noodles, long-simmered broths, no glutamate or artificial additives — resonated immediately. By 2025, the brand had expanded to 11 locations across Italy with €8 million in revenue, including a flagship noodle production lab at Fontana di Trevi in Rome. The main Rome Ostiense location remains the flagship, with additional branches in Prati and Piazza Bologna.
Neighborhood & visiting
Ramen Bar Akira sits in Ostiense, one of Rome's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused ramen counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Founded by a Japanese chef from Hyogo — genuine ramen culture brought to Italy
- Noodles handmade in an artisanal noodle lab at Fontana di Trevi
- Broths with no glutamate, artificial additives or shortcuts
- Italy's most successful authentic ramen expansion — 11 locations and counting
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Frequently asked
About Ramen Bar Akira
- Is Ramen Bar Akira an authentic authentic japanese ramen restaurant in Rome?
- Yes — Ramen Bar Akira is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for authentic japanese ramen in Rome: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Ramen Bar Akira located?
- Ramen Bar Akira is located at Via Ostiense, 73F, 00154 Roma, Italy, Rome, Italy in the Ostiense neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Ramen Bar Akira?
- Ramen Bar Akira accepts reservations online. For an authentic ramen experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Ramen Bar Akira?
- Ramen Bar Akira sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for authentic japanese ramen of this format in Rome.
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