ENISHI

Born in Kobe. Made with Love.

Authentic Japanese ramen, crafted by Japanese chefs and served with heart.
Now in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok.Michelin Bib Gourmand・Japan Tabelog Ramen WEST Top 100

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A Bowl Full of Japan, Wherever You Are.

ENISHI began with a simple but ambitious idea: bring the real taste of Japan to the world without cutting corners.What started as a Dan Dan Noodle shop in Kobe has grown into something much bigger, but the soul of every bowl remains the same.Every ingredient is chosen with intention.
Every bowl is a faithful promise.The name ENISHI (縁) means a bond — a fateful connection.
We believe every bowl you share with someone becomes one.

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"We fill your stomach with our delicious noodles.We fill your heart with happiness through our people.We cheer up all the people around us."by Company For The People (C.F.P.)

Meet tHe fouNdeR

Takafumi Shimada

Takafumi Shimada, popularly known as Shimayan (島やん), didn't set out to build a ramen empire. He set out to make the perfect bowl of noodles, and the rest followed naturally.Born and raised with a deep love for Japanese culinary tradition, Shimada spent years refining his craft in Kobe, developing a ramen philosophy grounded in precision and depth of flavour.His signature Dashi-based broth — built from Kombu, premium dried ingredients, and over 32 carefully selected spices — became the foundation of ENISHI. This restaurant earned the Michelin Bib Gourmand award in Kobe and went on to be recognised by Japan's Tabelog as one of the Top 100 Ramen Restaurants in Western Japan for eight consecutive years.Today, Shimada's vision extends far beyond Kobe.With over 80 restaurants in Asia under his guidance, and restaurants now open throughout Japan, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila. His mission remains unchanged: bring the honest, uncompromised taste of Japan to every table, wherever in the world that may be."Our goal is to share the feeling that ramen is delicious, and to spread that goodness to the world." — Shimayan (島やん)

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Three cities. One soul.

Each ENISHI store carries the same promise: authentic Japanese ramen, made by Japanese chefs and served with heart.Select a city to explore its store.

Also in Japan, where it all began.

ENISHI was born in Kobe.
The original stores — the ones that earned the Michelin Bib Gourmand and eight consecutive years on Japan's Tabelog Top 100 — are still very much alive and slurping.If you're ever in Japan and fancy some good ramen, please be sure to visit us.Select a city below to get directions via Google Maps.

The Japanese stores are operated independently as part of the wider ENISHI family.The Southeast Asia locations — Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok — are operated under exclusive international licensing.

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大阪
京都

We'Re HiRiNg

We're a growing family, and we're always looking for good people to join us.If you're passionate about hospitality and great food, we'd love to hear from you.

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Our first home outside Japan.Tucked inside International Plaza near Tanjong Pagar, this small 10-seat counter is where it all began for ENISHI in Southeast Asia.Arrive early — this one fills up fast.

Operating Hours:Sun – Wed :
11:00 – 15:00 ・ 18:00 – 21:00Thu – Sat :
11:00 – 15:00 ・ 17:30 – 21:30※ Open on public holidays.

Address:
10 Anson Road #02-85A, International Plaza
Singapore, 079903

KUAlA LUmpUR

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Nestled in the upscale Mont Kiara neighbourhood, our KL store brings the ENISHI experience to Malaysia's capital. The same Japanese chefs, the same Dashi broth, the same love — just in Mont Kiara.

Operating Hours:Mon – Sun :
11:00 – 15:00 ・ 18:00 – 21:00※ Open on public holidays.

Phone:
+60 3 2011 0922Address:
Mont Kiara Shoplex 15-0-1
Jalan Kiara, 50480
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

BaNgKoK

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Our Bangkok home sits on the 2nd floor of One City Centre on the vibrant Phloen Chit Road. Bigger than Singapore but just as dedicated. Every bowl here is made to the same uncompromising standard.

Operating Hours:Mon – Sun :
11:00 – 15:00 ・ 17:30 – 21:00※ Open on public holidays.

Phone:
+66 63 815 6633Address:
One City Centre, 2nd Floor
Unit R2-10, Phloen Chit Road
Lumpini, Bangkok, 10330

JoiN Us

Bring ENISHI to your city.

We started in Kobe and found our people in Singapore, Bangkok, and KL.
Now we're ready to go further, and the next bowl could be in your city.
If you believe in honest food and warm hospitality, then let's talk. Having a love for ramen is a plus.From your first enquiry to opening day, we walk with you every step of the way.
Nine steps. One team. You're never alone in the process.Here's how it works.

1.) Get in touch

Reach out to us via the contact form on our website.
Tell us a little about yourself, your city, and your interest in ENISHI. One of our team members will get back to you directly.

2.) Meet our representative

Once we've received your message, a member of our team will reach out to schedule a one-on-one conversation. This will be via Zoom or a similar platform. This is a relaxed, no-pressure chat to get to know each other and answer any questions you might have.

3.) Meet Shimada-san

If things look promising, you'll have a direct meeting with our CEO and founder, Takafumi Shimada himself.
This is where the real conversation begins.

4.) Provisional contract

After thorough consideration on both sides, a provisional agreement is signed.
This is the formal first step of our partnership.

5.) Location survey

Once your property is secured, our dedicated design team visits the site to conduct a full on-site assessment.
This includes layout, flow, kitchen requirements, and everything in between.

6.) Concept finalisation

The store concept — interior design, atmosphere, branding details, and uniform — is finalised by Shimada-san himself.
His vision, his instinct. That's what makes every ENISHI store feel like ENISHI.

7.) Full contract

The formal franchise agreement is signed.
Store design, uniforms, equipment, and all operational details are locked in and confirmed.

8.) Training

You and your team train hands-on at one of our operating ENISHI stores: real kitchens, real service, real standards.
You'll leave ready.

9.) Open your doors

Congratulations — you're officially part of the ENISHI family.
We continue to support you after launch, every step of the way. At ENISHI, every partner's success is our success too.

10.) Grow together

You're open, you're serving, and the bowls are going out. But this isn't goodbye. It's the beginning of a longer relationship. We check in, we support, and we evolve together.

Have questions about assets, existing spaces, or business type changes?
Bring them to the conversation. We're open to it.

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We are not just selling a franchise.
We are sharing a philosophy.Every ENISHI store carries the same soul — because Shimada-san is personally involved in every one.

ReAdy to stARt tHe coNVeRsAtioN?

People often ask us things like:

The answer is always just ask.
Send us a message and let's find out together.

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Think you'd be a great fit for the ENISHI family?
We'd love to hear from you.

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We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you have a question, a compliment, or just want to say hello, we’d love to hear from you.Send us a message, and one of our team members will reply as soon as possible.We usually respond within one to two days.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.We look forward to hearing from you.

folloW AloNg

Besides making delicious ramen, we sometimes make content and videos as well.
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for the prettiest ramen you’ll see today — probably.
The real moments, the occasional chaos, all completely unfiltered.Follow us on Spotify for the music that plays while we make your bowl.
Good ramen deserves good music, and we’d love to share both with you.

Come WoRK WitH Us

We're a growing family, and we're always looking for good people.If you're passionate about warm hospitality and great food, we'd love to hear from you.

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