# Denny's and Iida Shoten ramen collaboration

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dennys-and-iida-shoten-ramen-collaboration
> Updated: 2026-10-21T02:00:11.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

A collaboration between the family restaurant chain Denny's and the renowned ramen shop Iida Shoten has generated significant discussion regarding its menu offerings. 

Initial criticism focused on the ‘Spicy Miso Chashu Ramen’, priced at 2,497 yen. Culinary researcher Ryuji criticized the dish on social media, stating it ‘honestly did not suit my taste’ and noting that the chashu pork tasted ‘like ham in a bad way.’ He further suggested the noodles lacked presence and that cheaper alternatives from other chains were superior.

Subsequent reviews have presented a more divided perspective. While the spicy chashu version remains a point of contention, other items in the collaboration, such as the ‘Miso Ramen Kai: Goju no Miso’ (1,496 yen), have received high praise from influencers like SUSURU for the depth and aroma of the miso soup. This marks the sixth partnership between the two entities.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Denny's and Iida Shoten collaboration ramen sparks mixed reviews

A Denny's collaboration with famous ramen shop Iida Shoten has sparked debate, with critics panning the expensive spicy chashu ramen while others highly praise the miso soup in the standard version.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dennys-and-iida-shoten-collaboration-ramen-sparks-mixed-reviews

### 2026-10-16: Ryuji criticizes Denny's premium ramen

Culinary researcher Ryuji criticized a 2,497 yen premium ramen at Denny's, stating it did not suit his taste and comparing it unfavorably to cheaper options from Hidakaya.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ryuji-criticizes-dennys-premium-ramen

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