Kumako Ramen Den

09/16/2026

🏆🍜 What a year it’s been for Kumako Den.

We’re incredibly honored to be named a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2026 Winner! Being recognized by the travelers and guests who take the time to share their experiences with us makes this award especially meaningful. ❤️

And this recognition joins some other very special honors we’ve received in 2026:

🏆 SFGATE Best of Bay Area 2026 – Best Ramen
🏆 Mercury News Best in Silicon Valley – Best Japanese Restaurant
🏆 Bay Area Parent Magazine – Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant in the Bay Area

Each recognition means something different, but they all have one thing in common — you.

To everyone who has walked through our doors, shared a bowl of ramen, brought friends and family, left a review, recommended us to someone, or simply continued to support our little shop — thank you. ❤️

We started Kumako Den with a love for ramen, Japanese food, and bringing people together around the table. We’re grateful that our food has found its way into so many of your lives.

We’ll keep doing what we’ve always done:
start from scratch, make it with passion, and serve it with heart. 🍜

Thank you for being part of the Kumako family. ❤️

09/09/2026

You still haven't been to Kumako Ramen Den in the Saratoga Square Shopping Center? Try it for yourself and see why they're the best in town!

(408) 352-5290
📍487 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA 95129

09/08/2026

This one means a lot to us. ❤️

Kumako Ramen Den has been named Silicon Valley Gold — Best Kid Friendly Restaurant by Bay Area Parent Magazine’s Best of the Best 2026! 🏆

We’ve always wanted Kumako to feel like a place where everyone is welcome—from ramen lovers to little ones trying their very first bowl.

Seeing families come through our doors, watching kids enjoy their meals, and becoming part of your family traditions is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do.

Thank you for trusting us with those moments. ❤️🍜

Thank you Silicon Valley for always supporting our family-owned restaurant!

07/16/2026

🍜 WE NEED YOUR VOTE! 🍜
We are honored to be nominated in Metro’s Best of Silicon Valley 2026 in FIVE categories:
🏆 Best Chef — Jesse Cruz
🍜 Best Ramen
🇯🇵 Best Japanese Restaurant (San Jose)
🍽️ Best Restaurant
🍚 Best Fried Rice
Every bowl we serve represents our passion, hard work, and love for our community. From our kitchen to your table, we are grateful for every customer who has supported our journey.
Now we’re asking for your help to bring home the win! ❤️
Please take a moment to vote for Kumako Den. Every vote means the world to us and helps us continue sharing our food and story with Silicon Valley.
Thank you for being part of our journey! 🙏
🔗 Vote now through the link in our bio

06/24/2026

🏆 We’re honored to announce that Kumako Den has been voted Best Ramen in the Bay Area in SFGATE’s Best of the Bay 2026!

What started as a small dream has grown into something truly special, and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing guests, dedicated team, and supportive community.

Thank you to everyone who voted, dined with us, and believed in us along the way. This award belongs to all of you.

We’ll continue doing what we love. Serving ramen with passion, authenticity, and care every single day.

Thank you, Bay Area!

🍜 Best Ramen in the Bay Area 2026
🏆 SFGATE Best of the Bay

06/18/2026

🦀 Dungeness Crab Curry Ramen is here!

Rich Japanese curry broth with ground pork, ramen noodles, fresh scallions, and Dungeness crab.

Limited-time special • $22.95 🍜

06/01/2026

Honored to partner with Yelp in celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. 🍜

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support local AAPI-owned businesses. We’re grateful to share our passion for ramen and our story with this amazing community.

A special thank you to Katie and Yelp Bay Area. We truly appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a meaningful event and celebrate alongside so many incredible local businesses. ❤️

05/30/2026

☀️ Cool down with our seasonal Hiyashi Yuzu Miso Ramen!

Refreshing cold noodles topped with succulent shrimp, crisp diced cucumber, and fresh microgreens, all tossed in our bright and tangy yuzu miso dressing. Light, flavorful, and perfect for warm days.

Available for a limited time at Kumako Den. 🍜🍋

05/30/2026

05/01/2026

🍜 WE’RE A FINALIST! 🍜

Kumako Den has officially been named a finalist for Best Ramen in SFGATE’s Best of the Bay Area 2026 🏆

This recognition means the world to us, and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing community ❤️

🗳 Voting is open from April 14 – May 5
✅ You can vote for us EVERY DAY!

If you’ve ever enjoyed a bowl with us, we’d truly appreciate your support. Let’s bring this one home together 🙏

👉 Vote now — link in bio!

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