I'll straight out say that this is better than Ichiran in every way. Fresh handmade noodles with a toothy bite in a creamy, concentrated, salty pork broth that's so intense it almost hurts. The chashu is a thing of beauty -- Thick yet tender slices of pork aburi-ed right before your very eyes by the chef behind the counter. It's charred countenance and smoky aroma immediately activates your salivatory glands.

Much like Ichiran, you order via a vending machine, except everything is in Japanese. To get the Pork and Egg Tonkotsu, choose the fourth blue button from the top left. This tiny, intimate 8-seater is off the beaten track in a quiet neighbourhood and is refreshingly devoid of tourists.

Taste: 5/5