Tenkaippin, the Chinese noodle chain originating from Kyoto's Kitashirakawa district and known for its rich kotteri soup made by slowly simmering chicken and vegetables, operates 201 stores nationwide as of December 25, 2025. Since the Reiwa era began, the chain has released a special YEAR donburi (ramen bowl) each year to mark the end of the year. This year's bowl, themed around "weaving" and "connecting," encapsulates the year's challenges and gratitude, and is now available for pre-order at the Tenkaippin online shop.
Online shop: https://www.tenkaippin.co.jp/store/goods/500
A Year of Connection with Customers and Fans
2025 was a year when Tenkaippin strengthened its connection with customers and fans through initiatives like the "Kotteri Beer Club" and "Children's Work Experience" programs. The bowl embodies the desire to continue nurturing the bonds formed with customers and fans, while also creating new connections.
2025 YEAR Donburi Features Pink and Indigo Colors
Overall bowl color: Pink (representing love, gentleness, and deepening bonds)
Back side firing color: Indigo (representing trustworthy relationships and sincerity)
These two colors express the emotional connections that will continue to be woven together with customers.
Design Details
Detail 1: Powerful One-Stroke Dragon
The bowl's side features a powerful "one-stroke dragon" created specifically for Tenkaippin by calligrapher Keisuke Tejima of Kyoto's Ourin-do. This dragon is considered an auspicious symbol that "connects destinies," bringing special connections to your dining table.
Detail 2: Message of Connection
Opposite the standard "We look forward to seeing you tomorrow" message found in all Tenkaippin bowls, this year's symbolic message reads: "Kotteri weaves Tenkaippin's bonds, Kotteri connects bonds of smiles."
Detail 3: Year Marking
The inner base features "Reiwa 7" and "2025," serving as proof that this bowl commemorates this specific year. The year inscription on the inner base has been a tradition for these commemorative bowls.
Detail 4: Symbol of Unity
The 2025 theme centers on continuing to "weave" and "connect" the bonds born with customers and fans. The clasped hands symbol represents the bonds that unite us through kotteri.
Choose Your Perfect Set
This year's YEAR donburi is available in two set options:
YEAR Donburi 2025
Set contents: YEAR Donburi 2025 / Logo chopsticks
Price: ¥8,800 (tax included) ※Free shipping
https://www.tenkaippin.co.jp/store/goods/500
YEAR Donburi 2025 Home Ramen 4-Meal Set
Set contents: YEAR Donburi 2025 / Logo chopsticks / Home kotteri ramen (4 servings)
Price: ¥10,000 (tax included) ※Free shipping
https://www.tenkaippin.co.jp/store/goods/499
Both sets include chopsticks featuring the shining golden "Tenkaippin" logo. The indigo chopstick color beautifully complements the pink YEAR donburi.
These sets are sure to delight Tenkaippin fans!
YEAR Donburi 2025 Special Page
URL: https://www.tenkaippin.co.jp/2025yeardon/
About Tenichi Shokuhin Shoji Co., Ltd.
With the corporate philosophy of "Creating Tenkaippin happiness through kotteri," the company operates and develops the popular ramen chain Tenkaippin, known for its one-of-a-kind kotteri soup, throughout Japan.
Tenkaippin's history began in 1971 when founder Tsutomu Kimura opened a ramen cart in Kyoto. Originating in Kyoto and now headquartered in Shiga Prefecture, the company serves its signature bowls to many customers through both directly operated and franchise stores.
Company Overview
Company Name: Tenichi Shokuhin Shoji Co., Ltd.
Representative: President Kazuhito Kimura
Address: 78-3 Ikenouchi, Oe Hachome, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture 520-2141
Established: November 16, 1981
Business: Tenkaippin Chinese noodle restaurant franchise headquarters
Capital: ¥10 million
Official Website: https://www.tenkaippin.co.jp
Official SNS:
- X: https://x.com/1971tenkaippin
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenkaippin_jp/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tenkaippin101
Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvt96NgRBB9MZhlj2c_94Jg
Official App: https://www.app.tenkaippin.co.jp/download?qr_code=001
