A branch of T's Restaurant with signature dish being tantan ramen. Offers also gyoza, salads, curry, and soy meat meals. Limited menu mornings, full menu from 10am, last order 30 minutes before closing. It's inside JR Ueno Station in Ecute shopping center on the 3rd floor, above platform 8 at the northern part of the station. Reported open November 2025. Open Mon-Fri 10:00am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm. Last order 30min before closing.
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Ecute Ueno 3F (inside the ticket gates of JR Ueno Station), 7 Chome−1−1 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan, 110-0005
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Last update on 27 Dec 2025 by Guest
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Added by sekichan on 02 Dec 2017
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455 Reviews
First Review by Whiteeve
giselini
Points +156
Finally! - Edit
This is our fourth visit to Japan and I’ve been wanting to go to this place since our first... well i was finally able to get my family to come with me 🥰🥳 (they are not vegan/vegetarian) and we all loved it!!! The menu was varied, and the food was fresh, well seasoned, and super tasty! Now i can’t wait to go back!
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whitneyellen
Points +397
I might be delirious - Edit
I woke up at 4am eastern time to get a shuttle to my first airport in CLT. A three hour flight to Dallas, two hour layover, 13 hour flight to Narita, fifty minute train to Ueno, popping to Iriya to check into my hostel and deposit my bag later -- I went back to seek this place out in the JR Ueno station as my very first excursion in Japan. And dang it was good. I don't know how much of that was thirty hours of being awake, but the service was fast and kind, the ramen and soy meat super flavorful, and the atmosphere real nice. I only got sort of lost in the station. Thanks to the reviewer who pointed out it is near the ecute stores on the third floor nearish platform 8.
Read morePros: Literally everything
Cons: May be a little difficult to find, Have to pay JR entrance fee
Guest
_Sébastien_
Points +43
Great taste, canteen-style place - Edit
Every dish I could taste here (and I have tried a lot!) was good. Maybe the one I enjoyed the least was the ma-po tofu, because of the soft consistency of the tofu, but perhaps it is just me (I am unaware whether non-vegan ma-po tofu is supposed to feel like this). The ramen are especially good and filling.
Read moreAs for desserts, I would say maybe the special panda ice cream is a bit small (although good); on the other hand, the (possibly matcha if you want) eight rice cookies + drink are a good deal (for both taste and quantity). They go well with the small vanilla (?) soy (?) milk cup; and the mixed vegetable juice is fine too, so it is a safe bet. (If you like café au lait, I would say the milk cup is a bit too small to compensate for the coffee cup…)
It turns out that even their two Italian dishes are excellent, especially the spaghetti bolognese! Too bad they come only in sets (side order of a very nice soup cup and some vegetables); I would have liked being able to order some ramen + only standard spaghetti bolognese. (It seems somewhat perverted to go here for an almost all-Italian meal only, but hey, then again, it is on the menu.)
It is true that you have to be inside the station (careful: the JR one), and so either travel there or buy a 140 yen platform ticket; I consider this when talking about the price: it is still very reasonable.
The menu has both Japanese and English; the staff are very nice and can manage some English (although they are not necessarily fluent). (Not saying this wanting the whole world to convert to English or being judgemental, but this is interesting to know in case you want to say something very specific and cannot speak Japanese.)
This is the kind of place that has a canteen feel to it; although there seems to be often many customers, seats are quickly available. Service is swift.
Chopsticks are to be taken from drawers, but I think you can ask for a fork (I did not and managed to get by, despite being the clumsiest boy on the planet).
(As a coincidence, I feel exactly as linusminus’s review coming just before mine concerning ramen: black sesame first, with golden (= peanut butter) a close second. A matter of personal taste or a universal truth? You decide.)
Updated from previous review on 2019-11-16
Pros: Taste! At affordable price, Friendly staff, Detailed allergy-inducing ingredients (columns)
Cons: Some side dishes are somewhat small
Guest
linusminus
Points +81
Must-visit ramen shop - Edit
I've been to their Tokyo Station location several times prior to this review. My favorite tantan is probably their black sesame option, with golden sesame being close second. This time I decided to add mapo tofu as a side (available as a set) and it was simply amazing! I really can't recommend this restaurant enough. Both locations have very helpful staff and the quality of the food is always top notch.
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Meril
Points +1397
Tasty noodles - Edit
Nice with a place with lots of options, everything from appetizers to dessert. The only thing is that it is inside of the station which cost money,but the food is cheap for what you get. Friendly staff and nice food!
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YoshiYoshi
Points +86
I'm glad I came here! - Edit
Great restaurant! Just note it is actually in the Ueno station. You need to buy a ticket to get inside the station, but it is totally worth it!
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JDecker
Points +109
Awesome! - Edit
We went here twice, 1 in each train station in Tokyo. The ramen was delicious and we got a soy sandwich to go which we ate the next day for lunch.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options!
Guest
eszter.csapo
Points +1089
Best vegan ramen in Tokyo - Edit
Very delicious authentic ramen! I’ve had the black sesame ramen and asked for it not too spicy, it was perfect. A tiny bit too oily for me but would have it again for sure! Big portion especially compared to local portions. The gyozas are nice too. Staff is kind, they even brought me a cloth cover when they saw I am wearing a white top - ramen eating can get messy😄it’s a bit annoying that you have to get a train ticket (cheapest ¥140) to get into the train station. Wish they dedcuted from the bill, but anyway totally worth it.
Read morePros: Authentic delicious ramen, Good price
Cons: Hard to find, Have to pay a train ticket to get into t station
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07batchelors
Points +187
The best ramen - Edit
The best ramen I had in my whole stay! So creamy and delicious !!! If you are in Japan you have to try it here !
Read morePros: The good is amazing , The food is cheap , Service is fast
Cons: Nothing it’s amazing
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GilHarel
Points +123
Great ramen - Edit
Great ramen, with alot of option, including soy meat dishes. Its located inside ueno station (if you dont going to use the train, it will cost you 140 yen to go inside the station, to get to the restaurant). Not so pricey, good flavor, if you dont love spicy, ask not to do spicy.
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manicmaenad
Points +80
Worth the Struggle to Find - Edit
This is a must-visit every time I am in the Tokyo area. Try any of their sets which are reasonably priced, and don’t forget to grab some to-go items. Vege-katsu sandwich is 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Read moreLook for ecute near the Iriya entrance to find this place. It is nearby track 8!
Pros: All vegan, Quick and friendly service, Absolutely delicious
Cons: Difficult to find
Guest
dario1982
Points +123
I ♥️ RAMEN - Edit
Amazing ramen!!!! Never thought i could taste one like this. Worth it 100%.
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veganvick
Points +228
Ramen to die for - Edit
So good. Tasty ramen and 100% vegan. Hidden in the train station. They even had to go ramen.
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AngelaFaragasso
Points +480
Oishii !!! - Edit
If you pass by Ueno station you should definitely make a stop to this restaurant!!
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: Need to enter in the JR area
Guest
MooX
Points +37
A must go - Edit
Don't miss this place if you're vegan and in Tokyo, it's hidden in the station but it's worth the trip.
Read moreRamen and tofu excellently cooked, served with smile and care.
Pros: Exhaustive menu, High quality products, Excellent cooking
Cons: Nothing
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mcnamad8
Points +21
Excellent customer service - Edit
A little hard to find but worth making the effort. The first place I came across in Tokyo where I didn’t leave hungry. The broth was a tad salty and the gyoza were a bit dry, but on the whole it was very fulfilling.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Range of vegan food to choose from
Cons: Difficult to find, Pricey for ramen
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mparvan
Points +83
Hard to find, but worth it - Edit
It is a bit tricky to find, hidden inside the Ueno Station. We tried a few of the offered dishes and everything was delicious. My son (4) loved the gyoza but found the ramen soup a bit too spicy. Not expensive, good portion size. Iced water offered free of charge.
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Lyloox
Points +133
Lots of choice! - Edit
I found it difficult to find vegan restaurants in Tokyo - this place was a relief! Contains a lots of seats (relatively to Tokyo), everything is vegan and you can choose from at least 3 Ramens, 3 "TanTan's" specials and also non-broth dishes.
Read moreThe black sesame TanTan was kinda spicy, the white was really great in my opinion. You have additional spicyness and ginger in front of view to spicy your broth as you like.
They also have some takeout sandwiches and bowl. I took the sandwich and found it smaller than I thought (but good), next time I'll try the bowl.
Unfortunately, you cannot enter this place without being on the station - meaning having paid a ticket to take the transport. I'll suggest optimizing your visits on this and to not try to find an alternative entrance like I did! It's on the "ecute shop", 3rd floor, near the Platform 8. Good luck!
Pros: Lots of dishes, Not expensive
Cons: You have to go inside the station with a ticket
Guest
ciempion
Points +71
Favorite place - Edit
In my opinion the best place in Tokyo. The Ramen is super good and not expensive.
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Limmey
Points +157
Always good - Edit
I’ve been here many times, the staff are always lovely, there’s always a seat, the food is made quick and always delicious!
Read morePros: Quick service, All vegan, Friendly staff
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JadeFlorenceMulvaney
Points +104
Fantastic every time - Edit
The food is great and very quick. Came 4 years ago when we were travelling and came again this time! Will always come back as the staff are wonderful and your money is going to a good place
Read morePros: Ramen!!, Stock is complex and tasty, Staff are wonderful
Cons: There aren’t t’s tantans in other countries!
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Shoytze
Points +612
Yum! (^.^) - Edit
We found this location by accident while wandering the station and had to stop by. They did not disappoint.
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Mangohain
Points +36
Very good tantan! - Edit
We had the tantans from the menu and they were very tasty. At T‘s Tantan you will find a good meal for a fair price. We can also highly recommend the vegan gyoza as a side dish.
Read morePlease be aware, that you can go directly upstairs from the train plattforms to the restaurant, so you don’t have do leave the station. Otherwise it will be a long detour.
Pros: Completely vegan menu, Friendly staff, Great taste
Guest
Eeek.
Points +470
Good, fast, central - Edit
If you’re after a tasty ramen bowl with friendly and quick service in central Tokyo this is a great place. Tricky to find the first time. Use gps.
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SamiB
Points +18
Gem - Edit
Nice variety of vegan options to choose from. Delicious and lots of flavour!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan on the menu , Not too expensive
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buddhabecks
Points +126
worth the hype - Edit
soooo delicious!! small place that may have a bit of a wait, but so worth it- is inside ueno station so it’s a good quick stop in transit to other places, will have to buy a ticket/use IC card to get into the station otherwise. i recommend the soy meat — soooo good.
Read morePros: lots of delicious options, clearly labelled allergens , cute decor/interior
Cons: can have a bit of a wait
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lazyshark
Points +108
Our go-to place - Edit
We go here every time, even though the train ride can take a while. Worth it! The gyōza is amazing, and my favourite is the ramen with sesame soup.
Read morePros: Tasty every time, good service
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