To enjoy Hiroshima Oyster Ramen at its best, taste the broth first, then eat the oysters while they are hot and plump, alternating with noodles. These five tips will help you get the most out of your first bowl.
1. Taste the broth first
Take a sip before anything else. It shows you the base flavor before the oysters start adding their sweetness and umami.
2. Eat the oysters while they are hot
The oysters are best soon after the bowl arrives, when they are juicy and tender. Bite them in two if they are large.
3. Alternate oysters and noodles
A bite of oyster, then noodles. The broth on the noodles picks up more oyster flavor the longer you eat.
4. Pick your style
- White: creamy miso tonkotsu, mild.
- Red: mildly spicy.
- Bakugaki (¥2,480): 10 oysters.
5. Add a side of Kaki Fry
Order Kaki Fry (5 pieces, ¥1,180) to try Hiroshima oysters crispy as well as in soup. Prices are tax included, as of October 2026.
Where to try it
Hiroshima Oyster Ramen (¥1,780) is served at Hiroshima Ramen Momiji, on the 2nd floor of HIRODEN etto, directly connected to Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal. It was certified as a Miyajima local ramen by the Japan Ramen Association in 2025. See the Hiroshima Oyster Ramen Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oyster Ramen taste fishy?
No. The oysters add sweetness and umami, and the broth stays balanced.
I don’t usually eat oysters. Which should I order?
Try White. It is the mildest.
Can I add more oysters?
For more oysters, order Bakugaki Oyster Ramen with 10 oysters.
