Tomato ramen is the unusual specialty here, and a bowl of it incorporates juice and pulp from five and a half tomatoes as well as pork, onions, greens and other ingredients. Tomako's soup is richer and more meaty than other tomato-based ramen bowls we've had, and the thin, firm noodles do a good job soaking up the flavors.

Tomato ramen topped with oven-grilled cheese is the most popular option; they also serve tomato tsukemen (with dipping sauce) and shio-ramen with black truffle salt.

The dining room is fancier than average, furnished with small tables rather than counter seating. Hot sauce and spicy vinegar are available for seasoning, and aprons are provided. Note that the ticket machine does not accept cash or transportation cards, but we had no problem using a Japan-based credit card.