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Ramen Raijin
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Japanese-owned Tokyo-style ramen shop tucked behind Yonge & Wellesley, open since 2012.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Wellesley (Yonge)
- Since
- 2012
- Chef
- Ippei Sakuma (Japanese)
- Owner
- Raijin group (Japanese)
Plate № 58
About
Ramen Raijin sits in a small rear courtyard off Wellesley Street West and has been serving Tokyo-style chicken-and-pork ramen since 2012. Japanese-owned, with a tight menu of shoyu, shio, and tan-tan, plus the signature black Raijin bowl with roasted garlic and chili oil.
Neighborhood & visiting
Ramen Raijin sits in Wellesley (Yonge), one of Toronto'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
- Japanese-owned Tokyo-style ramen specialist
- Open since 2012
- Signature Raijin black-oil bowl
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Frequently asked
About Ramen Raijin
- Is Ramen Raijin an authentic ramen restaurant in Toronto?
- Yes — Ramen Raijin is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for ramen in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
- Where is Ramen Raijin located?
- Ramen Raijin is located at 24 Wellesley St W Rear, Toronto, ON M4Y 2X6, Toronto, Canada in the Wellesley (Yonge) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Ramen Raijin?
- Ramen Raijin does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Toronto we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Ramen Raijin?
- Ramen Raijin sits in the ¥ price range — typical for ramen of this format in Toronto.
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