Kairikiya, the popular ramen chain known for its Kyoto-style back-fat soy sauce ramen, is offering a special summer happy hour across all its street-level locations in Japan. From July 1 to August 31, 2026, customers can enjoy draft beer and other alcoholic beverages for just ¥290 (before tax) per glass with the purchase of any ramen bowl.
This limited-time promotion is perfect for visitors looking to experience authentic Japanese ramen alongside refreshing drinks during the hot summer months. Whether you’re stopping by after work or enjoying a weekend outing, Kairikiya’s happy hour lets you pair your favorite ramen with cold beer, highballs, or lemon and plain chu-hai cocktails at a great price.
About Kairikiya Ramen
Kairikiya started in Kyoto’s ramen hotspot, Kitashirakawa, in 2005 and has since grown to 184 stores nationwide. Its signature dish is the Kyoto back-fat soy sauce ramen, which balances a light yet rich flavor loved by all ages. The menu also features popular side dishes like fried rice made with Kairikiya’s special soy sauce, crispy gyoza, fried chicken, kimchi, and French fries, all perfect companions to the drink offerings.
Highlights
- Happy hour runs from July 1 to August 31, 2026, at all street-level Kairikiya locations in Japan.
- With the purchase of any ramen bowl, alcoholic drinks are available for ¥290 (before tax; ¥319 tax included) per glass, no limit on quantity.
- Discounted drinks include draft beer (regular price ¥480), highball (regular price ¥380), and lemon/plain chu-hai (regular price ¥380).
- Promotion is valid for dine-in customers only; bottled beer and non-alcoholic beer are excluded.
- Customers can also combine this offer with ¥100 discount coupons on ramen.
Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Kairikiya Ramen Happy Hour |
| Menu / items | Kyoto back-fat soy sauce ramen, draft beer, highball, lemon and plain chu-hai, fried rice, gyoza, fried chicken, kimchi, French fries |
| Location | All street-level Kairikiya ramen restaurants in Japan |
| Address | Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto and other locations nationwide |
| Period | July 1, 2026 (Wed) – August 31, 2026 (Mon) |
| Price | Draft beer ¥290 (before tax); Highball ¥290 (before tax); Lemon/plain chu-hai ¥290 (before tax); Regular prices: Draft beer ¥480, Highball ¥380, Chu-hai ¥380 |
Enjoy a refreshing summer meal with Kairikiya’s signature ramen and affordable drinks throughout July and August. This happy hour is a great way to experience Japanese ramen culture while cooling off with your favorite beverages.
