Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2026

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2026

No.7 Gourmet Experience worldwide · Rated 5.0 from 2,716 reviews (October 2026)

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For travel agencies, tour operators, DMCs and travel advisors

Ramen-making in Kyoto for your clients: book scheduled classes online, or request a quote for private sessions and groups

Ramen Factory Kyoto hosts independent travellers in scheduled small-group classes at Demachiyanagi (up to 14 per class), and private sessions and groups of up to 50 at Kitaoji. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and Muslim-friendly menus, prepared in advance.

Book scheduled classes via BókunRequest a quote

Trade desk (Kyoto): factory@fireramen.com · WhatsApp · Replies within 1 business day (JST).

Receiving the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2026 award at ITB Asia, Singapore
Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice awards ceremony, ITB Asia 2026, Singapore, 21 October 2026

Two ways to book

Choose by booking type

FIT · scheduled class (shared, max 14) · Demachiyanagi

Independent travellers (FIT): book the scheduled small-group class online with a Bókun agent account

  • Live availability and instant confirmation
  • Trade commission applies to every booking; your exact level is confirmed in the approval email, before your first booking
  • Your net rate is shown in the agent account; pay in Japanese yen by credit card at booking
  • Booking confirmation and card receipt issued automatically for every booking — no monthly invoicing or statements to reconcile
  • Scheduled classes shared with other travellers; up to 14 guests per class
  • Private sessions and groups are not bookable in Bókun — see the quote lane
  1. Apply for an agent account (2 minutes). Open to registered travel agencies, tour operators, DMCs and travel advisors; we review every application
  2. Approval within 1 business day, with your commission terms
  3. Book at ramenfactory.bokun.io whenever you need
Apply for an agent accountAlready a partner? Log in

Private up to 14 · Groups 15–50 · Kitaoji

Private sessions, groups, MICE & educational travel: request a quote

  • Private buy-out for up to 14 (¥110,000 venue fee) or groups of 15–50; experience and meal at one venue
  • Quote and availability within 1 business day; we hold the date while you confirm numbers (hold period stated in the quote)
  • Pay in advance by credit card payment link or bank transfer; due date stated in the quote
  • Full buy-out, team contest and group meals available
  1. Send your date, group size and needs
  2. Quote with net rates, hold period and final-number date
  3. Confirm and pay in advance; bookings close 5 days before the date
Request a quoteBrochures (PDF)

Programmes

Four programmes, one experience

Every guest kneads noodles from flour, prepares chashu and finishes their own bowl. About 100 minutes including the meal.

Guests stretching fresh ramen dough at a long table 01

FIT (scheduled class)

  • Scheduled classes, up to 14 guests per class, Demachiyanagi
  • Live availability, instant confirmation
  • Book online via your Bókun agent account
Brochure (PDF) →
Table set for a private class 02

Private & luxury

  • Your party only, flexible start time, Kitaoji
  • Same ≈100-minute course and English-speaking instructor as Demachiyanagi
  • ¥19,800 per person + ¥110,000 per group venue fee; quoted by request
Brochure (PDF) →
Guest enjoying a bowl of ramen 03

Educational travel

  • Hands-on food-culture lesson for 15–50 students, Kitaoji
  • Recipe emailed after class for follow-up work
  • Primary to university groups; 1 free leader per 15 students
Brochure (PDF) →
Group of guests making noodles with a noodle machine 04

Group tours & MICE

  • Groups of 15–50, experience and meal at one venue, Kitaoji (≈10 min by coach from Kinkaku-ji)
  • Team ramen contest judged by a professional instructor; full buy-out, bar service, custom tenugui
  • Group meals ¥3,100–¥5,500 (katsu curry, wagyu ramen, shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, steak, crab hotpot)
Group tours brochure (PDF) → MICE brochure (PDF) →

Inclusions

What every guest receives

Standard inclusions for the full ramen course.

Rates

Rack rates per person (tax included)

Net rates for scheduled classes appear in your Bókun agent account once approved. Private and group net rates are quoted with your commission terms.

Rack rates per person
ProgrammeGroup sizePer person
Full ramen course (≈100 min), scheduled class, Demachiyanagi1⁠–⁠14¥19,800
Private session, full course, Kitaoji (quote)up to 14¥19,800 per person + ¥110,000 per group
Full ramen course, groups, Kitaoji15⁠–⁠24¥19,800
25⁠–⁠29¥17,600
30⁠–⁠39¥16,500
40⁠–⁠50¥15,400
Short course / matcha / sushi (≈75 min each), Kitaoji5⁠–⁠14¥7,800
15⁠–⁠50¥6,200
Group meals (wagyu ramen, shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, katsu, steak, crab hotpot)10+¥3,100–¥5,500
Fire Ramen Menbaka private hire (Kyoto, up to 20) · Kita no Samurai, Sapporo (crab hotpot, sushi- and ramen-making, up to 50, Muslim-friendly)—Quote on request

Rates shown are valid for travel in 2027 and subject to change. For 2026 dates, your agent account shows the current rate and group quotes state the rate that applies. Groups of 15+ are hosted as one group at Kitaoji, not split across scheduled classes. Children from age 3 are welcome; child rates are shown in the agent account and in your quote.

Venues & details

Two venues, one team

Instructor guiding guests at Ramen Factory Kyoto, Demachiyanagi
Demachiyanagi: Ramen Factory Kyoto (1–14 guests)
Kitaoji group venue, Kyo Dining Zen
Kitaoji: Kyo Dining Zen — private sessions (up to 14) and groups of 15–50

Booking terms

How booking works

Peak season: 15 March – 30 April and 20 December – 5 January. For private and group bookings, the quote states the hold period, the final-number date and the payment due date.

Scheduled classes via Bókun

  1. Apply

    Submit the agent account form; we approve within 1 business day and confirm your commission terms.

  2. Book

    Choose date and time in the agent calendar; confirmation is instant.

  3. Pay

    Net rate charged in Japanese yen to your agency card at booking. Confirmation voucher for your client and card receipt issued immediately.

Private sessions & groups via quote

  1. Inquiry

    Send date, group size and needs with the form below. Private sessions (up to 14) and groups of 15+ are both handled here.

  2. Quote

    Net rates and availability within 1 business day. Quotes are valid for 30 days.

  3. Confirm & pay

    Credit card payment link or bank transfer in advance, by the due date in the quote. Bookings close 5 days before the date; final numbers by the agreed date.

Cancellation charges
Cancellation4+ days before3–2 days before1 day beforeSame day / no-show
Scheduled class (1–14)FreeFreeFree100%
Private (up to 14) & groups (15+)Free30%50%100%

To amend or cancel a Bókun booking, email or WhatsApp the trade desk; the table above applies.

Brochures & assets

Brochures for trade partners

2027 rates. Same as the brochures distributed at ITB Asia 2026.

Group quote

Send us your date and group size

For scheduled classes, use your Bókun agent account. Private sessions, even for small parties, are quoted here. Prefer email? factory@fireramen.com

    Details (optional)
    Age range
    Programme
    Dietary needs (number of guests)

    FAQ

    Questions from trade partners

    How do I get net rates for scheduled classes?

    Apply for a Bókun agent account. We approve within 1 business day and confirm your commission terms; the agent calendar then shows your net rate and you pay by card at booking.

    Can I book a private session in Bókun?

    No. Bókun covers the scheduled small-group class only. Private sessions (up to 14, Kitaoji, ¥110,000 venue fee per group) and groups of 15 or more are quoted by the form or by email.

    Do tour leaders, guides and drivers join free?

    Yes. Tour leaders, guides, interpreters and drivers accompany the group free of charge. For groups of 15 or more, one leader also takes part in the class free for every 15 paying guests. A meal for accompanying staff can be added at the group meal price.

    Can you host more than 50 guests?

    Up to 50 per session. Larger groups are hosted in rotations of 50, or off-site at a venue of your choice subject to feasibility. Ask for a quote.

    Can children take part?

    Yes, from age 3. Child rates are shown in the Bókun agent account and in your quote.

    How do we tell you about allergies and dietary needs?

    Give us the numbers and details with your Bókun booking or in the quote form. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and Muslim-friendly menus are prepared in advance; kosher on request.

    Do you have insurance, and can you provide documents for schools and companies?

    Yes. We hold commercial liability insurance covering guest injury. Certificate of insurance, invoice details and certificates of participation for students are available with your quote.

    Do you host Muslim groups?

    Yes. Muslim-friendly menus (no pork) are prepared in advance. For Muslim groups we do not serve alcohol. There is no prayer room on site.

    Do you run in the rain?

    Yes. Both venues are fully indoors.

    Is there coach parking at Kitaoji?

    Drop-off and pick-up are near Kitaoji Subway Station Exit 5. We confirm the nearby coach waiting point with your quote.

    Ramen Factory Kyoto · Japan Food Entertainment Co., Ltd., Fil Park Nishioji-Oike 2F, 46 Nishinokyo Higashinakaai-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8437 · factory@fireramen.com · WhatsApp · Bókun agent login