Ippudo's Kyoto branch occupies a low-lit basement on Karasuma-dori and serves the chain's classic Hakata tonkotsu -- rich pork-bone broth, thin straight noodles, and a slow-cooked chashu pork belly -- alongside a handful of Kyoto-specific menu additions. The counter seating is ideal for solo travellers, and the kitchen typically stays busy until 11 pm.
Noodle firmness is adjustable at ordering; regulars request kata (firm). Add a half-portion of kaedama replacement noodles when the bowl empties.