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Japanese MAZEMEN MARUTA

Mazemen, Vegan Tantan

Worth ordering: Mazemennamed in 7 reviews

Ask for the Vegan Tantan Mazemen; reviewers especially liked its spicy, creamy flavors.

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Good to know: Confirm that the broth or dashi is vegan; some mazemen use fish-based dashi, and staff can adapt bowls with mushrooms.
  • Ask for a large portion or extra vegetables; reviewers describe the portions as generous and recommend sizing up.
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  • If you’re seated at the bar, you can watch the chef prepare the ramen.
  • Ask for the mazemen hot if you prefer it warm; one reviewer says it’s usually served cold.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Ramennamed in 6 reviews

People also mention noodles and pickled cabbage.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for attentive service, good value and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Maruta specializes in brothless mazemen, including a Vegan Tantan Mazemen and other bowls that staff may adapt with mushrooms; ask specifically about broth and fish-based dashi. The counter seating lets you watch the chef prepare the noodles, and reviews praise the fresh yuzu flavors, generous portions, and calm interior, though a wagyu-topped bowl was reported at ¥2,780.

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338 2 Takashimacho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-0878, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00
Tuesday
11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00
Wednesday
17:30–22:00
Thursday
11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00
Friday
11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00
Saturday
11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00
Sunday
11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00

the food

4.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
mushrooms, natto

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

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