For fans of Studio Ghibli, particularly Ponyo, finding ramen that looks identical to the movie has to have been on your bucket list before.
It’s time to check that task off your list, because we’ve found a ramen place that serves bowls as if it were out of the movie!
At Torasho Ramen Bar, the homegrown ramen stall has reopened its dining space at Takashimaya. Loved for its honest and old-school approach inspired by everyday ramen culture across Japan, this stall brings a comforting nostalgia to the modern Takashimaya department store.
Focused on classic Tokyo-style shoyu ramen, this traditional ramen shop prides itself on a single style of broth and signature springy ramen noodles.
With its Shoyu Ramen defining the menu, the flavourful ramen comprises a clear soy-sauce-based broth reminiscent of the clear yet rich traditional Tokyo ramen taste. Rather than relying on pork bones, the broth gains its richness from simmered chashu pork, creating a cleaner taste that makes slurping the broth almost refreshing.
Among Torasho Ramen Bar’s ramen variations, the Signature Ramen (S$16) is a must-try, as it holds a rich shoyu broth in its purest form. The Chashumen (S$19) on the other hand, adds on generous slices of slow-prepared pork for a heartier bowl. Other enticing options include the Ramen with Tamago (S$18) and Chashumen with Tamago (S$21), crowned with a silky marinated egg and its molten centre. As well as Wontonmen (S$19) and Chashu Wontonmen (S$22), which introduce warm steamed wontons into the bowl.
Complementing the broth are Torasho’s proprietary noodles, produced by Japanese noodle makers from Sapporo and Tokyo using a recipe developed exclusively for the store. Chashu slices are also prepared fresh in-house, creating the old-school spirit and homemade touch found only in this modest ramen bar.
As each item builds on the same shoyu base, you’ll still be able to enjoy the authentic and deep flavours of this neighbourhood ramen shop no matter the toppings and textures added.
Tsukemen, a style of ramen where noodles are served separately from the broth and dipped before eating, is also available at Torasho. Similar to the ramen selections, take your pick between its Tsukemen ($18), Tsukemen with Tamago (S$20), Chashu Tsukemen (S$21), and Wonton Tsukemen (S$21).
If you’re a fan of customising your own bowl, ingredients such as tamago, chashu, nori (dried seaweed), menma (fermented bamboo shoots), and moyashi (bean sprouts) are available to add on. Alternatively, simply season your ramen using complimentary condiments including garlic, ramen pepper, and chilli garlic to make a bowl that tastes truly yours.
Beyond ramen, Torasho Ramen Bar also features a range of sides and set meals such as its Rice Set (+S$3.80), Chashu Rice Set (+S$5.80), or Small Curry Rice Set (+S$4.80), each served with green tea. Lighter sides include wonton, crispy karaage, and chashu.
Just like in Ponyo, the recipe of Torasho Ramen Bar is really no secret, yet cannot be replicated. For those having a tough day at work, or simply a rougher week than the usual, just remember that in the heart of our financier downtown—there is a homely shop and a warm bowl of ramen waiting for you.
Torasho Ramen Bar
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📍 391 Orchard Road, Takashimaya Food Hall B2, Singapore 238873
🕛 11am–9pm
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