WARNING: This post contains really gross photos of my face covered in ramen juice.
This is the line for one of Tokyo's infamous Jiro Ramen locations. People starting queuing for lunch around 10:30 a.m.
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Jiro Ramen isn't so much a restaurant as much as it is a religion in Tokyo. There are over 30 locations and eating in there is a big deal.
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The blog Ramen Tokyo describes Jiro as "cult-like." It's especially popular with young men. The vibe while you're waiting in line is kind of like the specific mix of awkward masculinity and shame you experience when you're in a strip club.
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The average wait time to get in is around 45 minutes. And then can get pretty intense. This is a sign warning that a brawl recently broke out when people started cutting in line.
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