Founded in 2005 by Ramen Master Tomoharu Shono, MENSHO now has numerous ramen
concept stores in Japan and overseas, including both the ‘MENSHO’ and ‘Menya Shono’
brands. Shono-san has won many prestigious awards in Japan, including 1st Place in the
TRY Ramen Awards, 1st Place in Ramen Walker, and 1st Place in the Shinjuku JG Ramen GP.
He has also been introduced in many gourmet magazines such as Michelin and ZAGAT, and
continues to spread high-quality ramen culture around the world.
MENSHO will be opening their first location in Hawaiʻi at Ka Makana Aliʻi in West Oʻahu in
April 2026.
Customers generally enjoyed the food, noting it was fresh and tasty, although there were some complaints about specific items being cold or not prepared correctly.
Customer Service
Service quality was inconsistent; while some staff were praised for being friendly and helpful, others were reported as rude or indifferent.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was frequently described as clean, with positive remarks about the overall hygiene and condition of the facility.
Coupon Issues
Several customers expressed frustration over the refusal to accept coupons and issues with online orders, leading to dissatisfaction.
Operational Hours
There were complaints about unclear operational hours and being turned away before closing time.