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Nishiki Ramen
Tokyo-style ramenConvoy Street ramenTokyo-born ownersJapanese ramenKearny Mesa
Nishiki Ramen is a Kearny Mesa ramen restaurant opened in 2015 by Tokyo-born owners Mike Furuichi and head chef Hajime 'Jimmy' Kitayama, delivering deeply crafted Japanese ramen broths from genuine Tokyo culinary roots.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Kearny Mesa / Convoy
- Since
- 2015
- Chef
- Hajime Kitayama
- Owner
- Mike Furuichi
Plate № 84
About
Nishiki Ramen was established on Kearny Mesa in 2015 by two Tokyo-born Japanese restaurateurs — owner Mike Furuichi and head chef Hajime 'Jimmy' Kitayama — who brought authentic Tokyo ramen sensibilities to San Diego. Their broths reflect years of refinement, with careful balance and depth that distinguish Nishiki from more casual ramen chains. The Armour Street location quickly became a neighborhood favorite and spawned the Hillcrest-area sister concept Manten Ramen. Nishiki operates through Samurai Chef Inc., a name that speaks to the founders' commitment to Japanese culinary tradition. The approachable price point and quality of execution make Nishiki one of Kearny Mesa's most reliable Japanese dining destinations.
Neighborhood & visiting
Nishiki Ramen sits in Kearny Mesa / Convoy, one of San Diego'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
- Tokyo-born owners and chef bringing authentic Japanese ramen DNA to every bowl
- Carefully developed broths reflecting years of refinement since 2015
- Extended weekend hours until 11 p.m. for flexible dining
- A trusted Kearny Mesa anchor from the team behind Manten Ramen
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Frequently asked
About Nishiki Ramen
- Is Nishiki Ramen an authentic tokyo-style ramen restaurant in San Diego?
- Yes — Nishiki Ramen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for tokyo-style ramen in San Diego: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Nishiki Ramen located?
- Nishiki Ramen is located at 8055 Armour St Ste 201A, San Diego, CA 92111, San Diego, USA in the Kearny Mesa / Convoy neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Nishiki Ramen?
- Nishiki Ramen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in San Diego we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Nishiki Ramen?
- Nishiki Ramen sits in the ¥ price range — typical for tokyo-style ramen of this format in San Diego.
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