I stumbled upon this place by accident yesterday, and I'm so glad I did. I've been searching for a Japanese ramen shop that serves a clear tonkotsu broth, and this place absolutely nailed it. They offer three versions of their tonkotsu ramen--Clear, Black, and Spicy. Of course, I ordered the Clear. Oh my goodness... this was exactly the ramen I'd been looking for. The broth was crystal clear yet incredibly rich and flavorful without being heavy. The chashu was melt-in-your-mouth tender, perfectly seasoned, and not greasy at all. The soft-boiled egg was cooked to perfection with a beautifully jammy yolk. The noodles reminded me of the ramen I had in Japan--simple, authentic, with the perfect texture and firmness. And the shredded green onions on top completely brought the whole bowl together. They added just the right amount of freshness and crunch. Game over. If you're looking for authentic Japanese ramen with a clean, flavorful broth, this place is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back. read more

Bincho - Clear Tonkotsu with Egg - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My boyfriend and I have seen the signage a couple of times while driving in the area and decide to give it a try last night! The servers and weight staff were super sweet really accommodating and kept checking in with us to see if we needed anything more or if we like the food or if we had any questions. The food tasted really fresh not too heavy. It was a very straightforward menu which we both appreciated. I'm really happy that my Ramen did come out as I imaged, you could smell the Yuzu from the broth. I did wish though it had a little bit more flavoring, but overall was pretty good. The location itself is in a shopping plaza inside. It was really calm pretty quiet. They have bar seating and a couple of tables throughout the area, but it's not a big restaurant which I like.! Overall, we'll try adding this place into our rotation for Asian food in the area read more

Bincho - Yuzu Jidori Chicken with Egg Bincho Black Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Their ramen is unreal. As a pescatarian I usually end up being pushed to order vegan ramen, which usually ends up being pretty bland, but their vegan option is really special, and the veggies they put in are really fresh and delicious. We've only ordered out, since we were nervous to being our toddler here, but our super picky 2.5 year old also loved the broth and noodles! Can't wait to enjoy their food in-person! read more

Friendly service and delicious food. The Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen was excellent, and it was actually spicy. I did not need to ask for any extra heat. Definitely one of the best ramen dishes I've had in recent memory. The gyoza was large and packed with pork, but a little greasier than I'd like. Despite that, it still was a tasty dish, and I would order it again. I would make Bincho a regular stop if I lived closer. This is one of those places that does actually live up to the Yelp hype. Bincho, I will be back! read more

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Oh my goodness, Bincho creates the most flavorful bowl of ramen in the SFV, hands down! I came by for take out today close to the opening at 5PM, and they were already lit with customers! Despite even that, I was helped immediately and was heading out with my order for 2 bowls in about 15 minutes. I was also offered a glass of ice water while I waited, which was very kind. Every aspect from the dark walls and wooden bar, down to the music and bathroom is well thought out. You can tell they truly value their space and the customers that support the restaurant. Don't get me started on the food ~ We tried the Bincho Egg Black Tonkatsu Ramen. The broth was silky and creamy, not oily or heavy at all. The black garlic added a very interesting earthy and almost scorched taste to it. The egg was sweet, and I've never had a sweet ramen egg before but it went well with the rest of the umami flavors in the dish. The green onions and wood ear mushrooms had a fresh crunch to them and there was enough to get a good amount in every bite. The charsiu was tender + savory sweet, kinda tasted like cheese to me but that's also a positive lol! The noodles were slightly chewy and the portion was just right for the amount of broth you get. I have nothing bad to say about this ramen, it's truly one of those spots where your heart desires seconds or even thirds lowkey. I'll be back again to try a different option on the menu. That spicy karaage looked pretty fire so I may need to come back to try that too... Thank you Bincho! Y'all killed the ramen game. read more

Bincho - BINCHO BLACK TAMAGO TONKOTSU RAMEN - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was craving some good ramen and luckily was told about this spot. There are not a lot of good ramen places in the valley but this place is literally the best! Located inside a small shopping plaza, the place itself is that not big inside. But we went on a Sunday evening and it wasn't busy so we were seated right away. The menu offered lots of different ramen options, both spicy and not spicy. They also have appetizers and desserts. I got a Thai tea and it was very very good. They brew the tea in house so you could tell it was fresh. And it wasn't overpowering in sweetness. Now onto the ramen 5/5!!! I got the spicy tonkatsu ramen and it was perfection. The broth was rich and creamy yet not oily and the meat was tender and flavorful. The egg was cooked to perfection as well. Can't wait to come back!! read more

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I was so excited to check out this place and it exceeded my expectations! Our waitresses were so helpful with their recommendations. Highly recommend their Spicy Tonkatsu with Tamago--this broth is so garlicky and full of richness. The Yuzu Jidori Chicken Ramen with Tamago has a very light broth and is refreshing. We also tried their Yaki Mayo Cha-Siu bowl and instantly fell in love...the generous portion of cha-siu and their addictive sauce all over the rice is perfection. Will be getting more of this next time. Super excited to return especially for their lunch special. read more

Bincho - Yuzu Jidori Chicken with Egg Spicy Tonkotsu w. Egg - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Bincho absolutely nailed it again. I had the spicy tonkotsu tamago bowl and it was incredible. The flavors blend so perfectly into the rich pork broth, with just the right amount of spice. The soup is so good you honestly can't stop drinking it. This place really makes me feel like I'm back in Japan every time I come here. We've been a few times now, and somehow it just keeps getting better and better every visit. I honestly don't know how they do it, but everything about this place is amazing. The service is amazing to you always feel looked after the whole time you're there. The place itself is super cute and has such a nice vibe. It's the perfect little spot for a date night or even just to chill, have a drink, and enjoy some seriously good ramen. Easily one of my favorite spots and 100% worth it every time. read more

Bincho - The spicy Tonkotsu Tamago - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Label as no 1 ramen sure is a problem if I'm the owner. but this place do excels in their reputation. Noodle is perfectly cool and their broths either the pork base or chicken base delivered a nice kick. Ambience is better than I used to before oh this place was a curry spot in the past. Service is excellent, great job ladies. I would recommend come a bit late lunch around 2 or early dinner to beats the rush. Many customer come saying that they heard from the news about this spot and they all come to try. Try them, for me ramen is very personal. Great ramen for me maybe not for you. so you won't know till you try. Their ramen broth is not heavy at all but maybe too creamy but they also have the clear option that my son has and that's also perfect. read more

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Tried the Spicy Tonkatsu with egg and the Bincho Creamy Tonkatsu. Both were really rich and flavorful + the char sui was tender. The spicy chicken karaage had good flavor but wish it came with a lemon wedge or sauce. I'd like to try the clear broth next time as the creamy broths were a bit too rich for me! Small place with both tables and bar seating, you sign up on a sheet outside waited about 15 minutes on a Friday night around 6:30. It got really crowded around 7 so expect to wait outside. Small parking lot out front. read more

Bincho - Spicy Tonknkotsu w. Char-siu - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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At this point of time I can say that this restaurant deserves 5 stars. Employees are actively checking everything was ok. Ambiance was cozy. I ordered spicy tonkotsu ramen and non spicy one. As always spicy one is my favorite. This time I remember to stir it throughly before I eat. It has perfect level of spiciness but if you don't like spicy food, this would be a bit much for you. All that being said, I can say this Ramen restaurant is the best in SFV. read more

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This spot was on the list of top ramen spots in LA and the only spot from the valley so had to try it! Service was so welcoming and inviting from the start. It Was these two girls and they were so cheery and funny. We came on a rainy Saturday around 4:15pm and it was pretty full but we sat at the bar and there was plenty of room there and it was clean. We ordered the gyoza which I was going to get anyways but then one of the girls recommended it so for sure we had to get it. Then we got the Cha Siu which was my first time trying that and that was delicious! I'd order that again. The gyoza was a bigger size than what it usually is and it was so hot. It was nice and filled up with pork. I got the Black Garlic ramen and the broth was delish but I mixed it up more because half of it was full of black garlic. My sister got the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and it was packed with flavor with medium spice. Everything was delicious! There is enough parking but a lot of the spots are taken for other businesses so they're mostly by the Goodwill parking. read more

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Was so happy to see this place is open late on the weekends! Came in for a bite to eat and really liked the karaage and takoyaki. I ordered the Bincho black with tamago and found it to be a bit salty for my liking. Still pretty good though and the servers were super nice! I'd come back again :) read more

Bincho - Bincho Egg Black Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was very excited to try #1 ramen in LA but was little disappointed when I saw the menu. There is only 1 ramen with chicken and everything else is pork unfortunately. I'd say it's super simple chicken broth w some noodles. It wasn't bad but also not the best. Would I comeback? Most likely no. Need more chicken options. Customer service was good. read more

Bincho - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been to Bincho a couple times now and it never disappoints! Definitely deserving of its reputation as one of the top ramen spots in the SFV and even LA! It has gotten more popular now so definitely anticipate a bit of a line especially if you're coming on a weekend. Service is quick, efficient, and friendly. Bincho karaage - love it!! So juicy and flavorful and comes out piping hot and fresh every time! Bincho signature tonkotsu - simply a classic. The broth is so hearty and rich without feeling too heavy. The noodles are the perfect firmness and the portion size is very satisfying Bincho black tonkotsu - was super excited when they added this to their menu! Has such a tasty and savory garlic and umami/mushroom flavor Parking: free parking in a shared lot with the other businesses read more

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Amaaaazing! Highly recommend the spicy ramen. Not only is the broth so flavorful and rich, but the noodles are cooked to perfection. With the lunch special you can get a side of karaage or gyoza and both are great options. The gyoza is pretty big! Lots of yummy filling inside. The karaage is crispy on the outside and super tender and juicy on the inside. Love the iced matcha green tea too! I also got to try the black tonkotsu and it was delicious. They really know what they are doing here! Super cute unassuming spot definitely worth checking out if you are a ramen fan. They have a veggie option for veg folks! read more

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After two weeks we are back at Bincho to try a few different dishes. The spicy tonkatsu was rich, flavorful and had a nice kick. I like it better than the black tonkatsu we had last time. The clear tonkatsu while lighter, tasted clean and smooth. The aburi chashu bowl was smoky and charred, which amplified the taste of the chashu. Also enjoyed the spicy karaage. Reminded me of Korean fried chicken. So thankful to have Bincho in the valley. Saves us the dreadful drive on the 405 to Sawtelle. read more

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The Tonkotsu ramen here is unbelievably good. Every component is perfectly prepared. -The broth is rich, but delicately flavored and silky smooth. -The char siu is fatty and incredibly tender. -The egg is delicious (the egg white is firm and the yolk has a subtle soy flavor) -the noodles have the perfect firmness For a place that's small and very busy, the service is outstanding. The staff is very nice and the food comes out quickly. This place is worth the hype. I've never had ramen this good. read more

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Delicious ramen with rich black soup that tastes so authentic it brought me back to Japan (in the future time lol) Paired perfectly with a cold Sapporo beer -- pure comfort. Amazing and purposeful service by Sarah, Kate, and Mona. Friendly, heartwarming, and attentive -- they truly made the experience feel special. They all deserve a holiday pay raise and recognition for their great work. The owner/chef Toshiro adds a level of authenticity that makes the meal feel real, warm, and crafted with care. Upbeat Saturday night music, chill and cozy ambience, comfortable seating, and a clean, homy environment. Truly a wonderful experience. Highly recommended. Thank you so much. God bless! :) read more

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I can see why this place gets crowded. Ramen is very flavorful. Service is friendly. Met my friend who had been here before. I am glad she recommended to come. Now I have a goto for Ramen in the Valley. I must mention that the decoration of the restaurant is very cozy and made feel I am in Japan. Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures. Food was too good. read more

The interior has the same vibes as a ramen shop in Japan. Even the bathroom made me feel transported, the toilet even had a bidet. Shai was incredible! She gave us excellent advice regarding her favorite dishes. I ordered the lunch special with the charshiu bowl and black tamago ramen. The pork is incredible. It's perfectly seasoned and smokey. The ramen broth was top tier. I will decibel be a regular. read more

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Food, service and ambiance 5 stars!! Came for lunch and had their combo tonkatsu ramen with a mini cha siu bowl and husband had the same but with gyoza. Soooo yummy The broth was perfect and loved the gyoza. Drove all the way from Camarillo to try. We will be back read more

Wow - as my husband said, who'd have thought there would be amazing ramen in Tarzana. Hands down, 5-stars for quality of food, service and ambiance. This place is fabulous. I had the Yuzu Chicken Ramen -- and the whole dish was outstanding. We will be back! read more

Bincho - Bincho Yuzu Chicken Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of the best ramen places in the valley. First time here but the experience and impression is 5 stars. The Karaage, spicy tonkotsu and tonkotsu ramen were fully loaded and flavorful. The customer service was top notch, clean and relaxed ambiance with a restroom that was well maintained. Parking was convenient as it shares the ample space with the rest of the shop. read more

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We've been here a couple of times, so we've tried a few items that we can recommend. Spicy Maguro Bowl: We love this dish. I ordered it whenever I took my son there for an after-school snack. During his growth spurts, my son will sometimes order it in addition to his ramen. Garlic Edamame: You can't go wrong with this. Takoyaki: Fried octopus balls--yummy! Bincho Gyoza: These gyoza are quite large, so be prepared for all the juicy filling. They're a little too oily for my taste, but they are very satisfying and filling. As for the Tonkotsu ramen, we prefer the Black Tonkotsu over the regular Tonkotsu. It comes with two pieces of tender pork, and while the egg is an extra charge, we think it's worth it. The broth is rich and creamy--I feel like I gain a few pounds just by slurping it! My husband tried the Yuzu Jidori Chicken once, but he found it a bit too salty so he sticks to the spicy ramen. The servers here are super friendly, which makes the dining experience especially enjoyable. Their welcoming smiles are one of the reasons we keep coming back. read more

Bincho - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is my absolute favorite ramen restaurant in the Los Angeles area, unlike any other! I'd like to introduce my absolute favorite and recommended ramen dishes. First and foremost, the Yuzu Jidori Chicken is my favorite and definitely my top recommendation. While their original tonkotsu, clear soup tonkotsu, and spicy tonkotsu are also delicious, I've come full circle and become a huge fan of the Yuzu Jidori Chicken. They also have a great selection of appetizers, including extra-large gyoza, fried chicken, char siu, and various rice bowls. Highly recommended Ramen restaurant read more

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Bincho Ramen is Top Iron Chef level Japanese ramen! TONKOTSU (NOT tonKATSU) ramen is the specialty here, but their "standout" ramen in my opinion is: the Clear Pork Tonkotsu Ramen. It is stellar! You don't eat pork? Try the Yuzu Chicken Ramen. A speciality that's hard to find at most ramen shops. And of course Bincho Ramen has a vegetarian ramen on standby for non-meat eaters. Gyoza in Japan goes hand in hand with ramen orders. I personally always order gyoza at a ramen shop. Bincho makes gyoza fresh in-house from scratch and it is the best that I have tried in Los Angeles. What they don't make in-house are the ramen NOODLES;however, Bincho sources from artisan ramen noodles makers that supply to top ramen joints in LA. Everything here is flawless, from ramen broth to noodles to toppings. Their Pork Chashu and jammy Ramen Eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago) are outstanding! Labor of love for ramen is apparent from the chef/owner. The chef/owner (Toshiro-san) is so nice and sincere. If time allows, he will come out of the kitchen to say hello and check if everything is okay. I learned that he was a chef at the well-known LA branch of Tsujita Ramen House before starting up his own restaurant. He does his own take on ramen and it is beyond good! In short, if you love Tonkotsu (pork bone base) type ramen you need to put Bincho Ramen on your list! *Thank you to my buddy Kevin P., for this amazing find! **Parking is convenient in a mini-mall next to Ross on Ventura Blvd. Credit and Cash accepted. read more

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Bincho Ramen is now our go to spot for ramen! We've been twice already in the past few weeks because the food, service, and vibe are just the best. My absolute favorite s the spicy tonkotsu ramen with egg, paired with the chicken karaage. I've also tried the spicy karaage, but the regular is so juicy and delicious it's hard to beat!! The staff has always been super attentive and kind, which makes the experience even better. Can't wait to go back again! read more

Bincho - Spicy Tonkotsu w. Egg - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The ramen here is genuinely very good--rich broth, great flavor, and definitely worth trying if you're a ramen fan. The food itself did not disappoint. Unfortunately, the accommodations and seating experience were not as smooth. We arrived as a group of five and were initially told to wait, even though there appeared to be seating options available. Eventually, we suggested that some of us could sit at the bar to make things easier, they finally accommodated us. The ramen made the visit worthwhile, but the seating logistics could definitely be handled better, especially for small groups. read more

Bincho - Ramen - iced lemonade , Sapporo beer - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was sick of ramen after having it almost weekly back in the 2010s when it became a big thing here in LA But Bincho renewed my love of Japanese ramen. The parking is pretty easy, free shared lot with other businesses Service is attentive but not overbearing, they greet you right away and the girls are so sweet. The owner/chef is a soft spoken Japanese native who wants to listen to customer feedback and he'll come out and greet ppl sometimes which is cool I've had the yuzu chicken which is nice and refreshing from that citrus, I PERSONALLY would love a little more yuzu flavor but I love citrus flavor My favorite so far is the clear tonkotsu. Flavors of pork but not milky and as heavy tasting. And I still don't get how ramen places get their eggs so good, perfectly seasoned and jammy, and Bincho is no exception. Their noodles have a great bounce and bite, even leftover noodles I've had still had a bite to it...not sure if it's the type of noodle or what, but it's so good Been here...probably about 5 times already within the last 6-8 months which is saying a lot given I didn't even want to look at ramen for a while, or ever...give them a try read more

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We had lunch and dinner here and both the food and service were good and consistent both times! I love yuzu and was very happy to find menu items with yuzu :) I really enjoyed and highly recommend the yuzu jidori chicken ramen and the yuzu shio chicken bowl. The ramen noodles were fresh and had a right amount of chewiness. Broth was clean with a few very small slices of yuzu noted. The sliced chicken in both the ramen and rice bowls were very tender and flavorful. The clear tonkotsu ramen and the spicey karaage were also tasty and the meat were tender. Overall, the ingredients and flavors were well balanced and dishes were all presented nicely. Service was very friendly and attentive from greeting us upon arrival, to frequently checking on our table while dining there, and to the moment we left. Cozy atmosphere with bar and table seating. read more

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This was my partner and I's first time at Bincho and it's now going to be our go to ramen spot! I got the Cha-Siu Tonkotsu and he got the Tonkotsu with an extra egg, and we shared an order of the garlic edamame. The edamame had the perfect amount of garlic in our opinion and the broth for the ramen was creamy and delicious! Also at most ramen places I've gone they will at most give you 2-3 pieces of pork but here when they say extra pork they mean it. Our server was very nice and attentive even when it got busy she made sure to check on us. 10/10 would absolutely recommend! read more

as a ramen lover, i definitely get the hype around this place! we started with the spicy garlic edamame, and i simply couldn't stop eating them... the vegetable ramen was great! i appreciated the depth of flavor with the broth, and wasn't what i was expecting for a vegetarian broth either. i also love a ramen egg, and this one was perfect. i think the toppings aren't my personal favorite, but can see others liking them! overall a really solid vegetarian ramen. we didn't wait long for our food, and parking was convenient in the lot! we will be coming again :) read more

Bincho - Vegetable Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Cute and comfy ramen place, loved the vibe and the staff. Pork gyoza were my highlight of the night, ramen were very generous and tasty

Rated YELP's top ramen restaurant and it definitely stood up to it's ranking! We came in between the lunch and dinner rush. Our hostess actually said this was the best time to come in. We tried the black tonkatsu ramen and chicken yuzu ramen, both were delicious the broth was creamy, flavorful, and left us wanting more. For the appetizers, we tried the chicken karrage and the octopus, both were crunchy and delicious. The service was very friendly and attentive. When we are back in SFV we'll be sure to come by again! read more

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The gyoza's were amazing!! Yumm the service was very good too! Will definitely be back! read more

Bincho - Amazing food!!! The gyozas were delicious! - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was awesome! This is our first time here. We came around 2pm on a Saturday. Parking was full though. Had to drive around at finally someone left. Portion size of the ramen is perfect because I was stuffed by the I finished. I ordered the Bincho Tonkotsu Tamago(seasoned egg). The place was cozy inside. Small little place but not cramped. When we got there, there was a sign up sheet outside, so we put our name and number of party. There was one bench outside that fits 2 people. Inside there were 2 chairs for people to sit if waiting also. Parking was free. Because we came on a Saturday, next time we want to come here for lunch on a weekday for the combo special instead. read more

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I was so excited to try this spot since it was on the top Yelp list but was slightly disappointed. I really enjoyed the spicy karage chicken. I was a little disappointed at the limited broth options. As someone who doesn't eat pork they only had a yuzu chicken option. The ramen tasted fishy, I wish they had a spicy chicken or more veggie options. I heard the pork broth is what they are known for. I'm sure the pork broth is the most popular and most delicious. It was also the most expensive ramen I've had. read more

Bincho - Spicy Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I think this is the best ramen in the valley. I read somewhere that this was the same owner as Tsujita? Fact check me on that but if it is, even more of a reason to go! Tsujita is my absolute favorite. Tried the clear broth yuzu ramen and I feel like this would be absolutely perfect to get over a cold. So warm and refreshing! 09/10, will for sure go back. Will say, I ordered 10+ ramens to go and none of them were labeled. This was an issue for us because the broth is either chicken or pork based and there were people who were unable to eat pork-based broths for religious reasons. The broth + noodles were separated and both were unlabeled. read more

Absolutely wonderful and delicious Ramen. Went there with 3 friends and we all agreed the best ramen we have had. Also the spicy karage great! Great service, prompt and very nice. A cozy very nice atmosphere and clean. read more

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