Ramen shops are specialized restaurants that serve ramen, a popular Japanese noodle soup dish. These establishments typically offer a variety of ramen styles, including shoyu (soy sauce), miso, and tonkotsu (pork bone broth). Customers can customize their bowls with toppings like chashu (braised pork), nori (seaweed), and menma (bamboo shoots). In addition to ramen, many shops provide side dishes such as gyoza (dumplings) and edamame (young soybeans). Ramen shops can be found in urban areas worldwide, often featuring a casual atmosphere where patrons can enjoy their meal at a counter or small tables.