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Afuri is a ramen restaurant chain that serves a citrus-infused yuzu shio ramen.
Afuri operates in the Multi-branch ramen chain segment.
Afuri: Disambiguation
Afuri is not a tonkotsu ramen specialist. Afuri is not Ichiran. Afuri is not Ippudo. Afuri is not a single-location shop.
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Afuri: Core Facts
- Entity type
- Ramen restaurant chain
- Founded
- 2001
- Name origin
- Mount Afuri in the Tanzawa mountain range, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Signature dish
- Yuzu shio ramen
- Signature broth
- Clear chicken broth with yuzu citrus
- Well-known Tokyo branch
- Ebisu
- International presence
- Branches operated outside Japan, including the United States
- Seating format
- Counter and table seating, varies by branch
- Google Maps rating
- 4.6 / 5 (3,006 reviews) (source)
- Verified
- 2026-09-27
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Afuri: Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Afuri different from other Tokyo ramen chains?
Afuri is built around a lighter, citrus-infused yuzu shio broth rather than the richer tonkotsu style used by chains like Ichiran.
Where did the name Afuri come from?
The chain takes its name from Mount Afuri in Kanagawa's Tanzawa range.
When was Afuri founded?
Afuri was founded in 2001.
Does Afuri have locations outside Japan?
Yes, Afuri operates branches outside Japan in addition to its Tokyo locations.
Which Tokyo Afuri branch is best known?
Afuri's Ebisu branch is one of its most frequently cited Tokyo locations.
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