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Machida Shoten Toronto
Yokohama Iekei ramenIekei ramenpork bone brothshoyuthick noodlesJapanese chainfirst Canadian location
Machida Shoten opened its first-ever Canadian location on College Street in December 2025, bringing the world-famous Yokohama Iekei ramen style to Toronto. The Japanese chain — Gift Group's flagship ramen brand — serves its signature creamy blend of pork bone and chicken bone broth with soy sauce and thick, chewy noodles.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Little Italy / Kensington
- Since
- 2025
Plate № 55
About
With over 900 locations worldwide, Machida Shoten is one of Japan's most recognised ramen brands, specialising exclusively in Iekei — a Yokohama-born style defined by medium-thick noodles in a creamy emulsion of pork bone broth, chicken bone broth, and soy sauce. The Toronto outpost at 326 College Street opened its doors on 28 November 2025 for a soft launch before the grand opening on 12 December 2025. All staff are of Japanese origin, maintaining the chain's exacting culinary standards imported directly from Japan. The restaurant accepts walk-ins and takeout, and reservations can be made via Toast.
Neighborhood & visiting
Machida Shoten Toronto sits in Little Italy / Kensington, one of Toronto'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
- Canada's first Machida Shoten — one of Japan's most famous ramen chains with 900+ global locations
- Authentic Yokohama Iekei style: creamy pork-chicken broth with shoyu and thick, chewy noodles
- All-Japanese staff maintaining authentic standards imported directly from Japan
- Opened December 2025 — one of Toronto's most anticipated Japanese restaurant openings of the year
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Frequently asked
About Machida Shoten Toronto
- Is Machida Shoten Toronto an authentic yokohama iekei ramen restaurant in Toronto?
- Yes — Machida Shoten Toronto is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for yokohama iekei ramen in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Machida Shoten Toronto located?
- Machida Shoten Toronto is located at 326 College Street, Toronto, ON M5T 1S3, Toronto, Canada in the Little Italy / Kensington neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Machida Shoten Toronto?
- Machida Shoten Toronto accepts reservations online. For an authentic ramen experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Machida Shoten Toronto?
- Machida Shoten Toronto sits in the ¥ price range — typical for yokohama iekei ramen of this format in Toronto.
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