Domiso Kyobashi Honten

Decent Miso ramen offering at this small counter-​service-​only establishment between Kyobashi and Ginza. Very rich ramen broth with a number of flavors going on that come together really well. Noodles are perfectly cooked, and vegetable toppings were all allowed to come to a proper temperature (not fresh from the cooler where it’s too cold and too crisp, and not limp like it’s been sitting on the counter all day).
The chef really nailed the temperature on the egg – spot on where it should be.

Do Mi So
Do you want to try some authentic Japanese ramen?
Better yet, one of the best in Tokyo?
Better yet, one that is near the center of the city?
Head to Do Miso.
How to identify a high quality ramen shop:
1. NO table seats. Although I personally prefer table seating, the best ramen shops offer counter seating ONLY. It keeps operation smooth, because they don’t need to hire a person to service the tables.
2. NOT located on a major street. There are some exceptions (like Muteki Ramen in Ikebukuro, which is facing Meji Dori). However, in general, the best ramen shops are off on the side street where rent is cheaper.
3. A line out the door on a Saturday or Sunday. If a ramen shop in Tokyo does NOT have a long line during the weekends, it is not one of the top quality shops.
4. Offers very few selections. Although there are some exceptions, if a shop offers ramen choices of shoyu, miso, and shio, that is too many options. Best ones stick to one type of soup with only slight variation.
5. Lacks English menu. I hate to say this, but most of the best ramen chefs in Japan does not speak English. The top ramen shops are not hurting for business, so they do not need to hire a translator to create a special English menu. A few also prefer that foreigners do not visit their shop, not because they hate Gaijin, but because they are afraid of being asked questions in English. «Can I pay in U.S. dollars?» or «Do you accept American Express?» or «Were you a cast in the movie Tampopo?»
Back to Do Miso Ramen.
They fit all the characteristics I just mentioned.
1. It’s a tiny shop with counter seats only.
2. Located 20 meters off Ginza’s main street (Chuo-​Dori).
3. Always a line out the door, even during the weekdays.
4. Although it may appear like they have lots of options, they actually only have one type of ramen, which is Miso flavor (as the store name suggests). The choices are «spicy», «curry», «tsukemen style», or less toppings.
5. Perhaps they have one, but I did not notice. Their automated ticket machine was all in Japanese.
Enjoyment procedure:
While you are in the line, go ahead and buy a ticket for your ramen choice. Go for «Toku-​Miso Koteri Ramen 930 Yen» (Button is top left).
While in the line, attendant will ask for your ticket.
Sit and eat. Don’t spend more than 15 minutes to finish your bowl.
After seated, you can still order more items. No need to head to the machine. Just pay via cash to the attendant.
When done, place the finished bowl on top of the counter.
Why is it so good?
The soup is a blend of miso and pork back fat called «lard». Lard is known to be one of the most unhealthy food item. Who said tasty ramen is heathy? In fact, when you consume the fat and heavy dosage of sodium in a ramen, your heart is actually giving you a middle finger. As for the noodle, Do Mi So uses thick noodles, which is my favorite. All in all, a perfectly balanced ramen.