By FOOD in JAPAN
Tokyo Station is already famous for its impressive Ramen Street and Tokyo Ramen Yokocho, but few travelers know about the Tokyo Ramen Gekisenku—a hub for ramen lovers located in the same area. In this thorough guide by FOOD in JAPAN, viewers are introduced to five distinct ramen restaurants within the Gekisenku complex, making it an essential stop for anyone seeking variety and authenticity in a single visit.
The video features Fukumi, which serves a classic soy sauce ramen, followed by Domiso with a Tokyo-style miso ramen. Matsudo Tomita Memban impresses with its gyokai tonkotsu tsukemen, a seafood and pork-based dipping noodle that is rich and deeply flavored. Zagin specializes in a thick chicken-based toripaitan ramen, a creamy delicacy popular among soup connoisseurs. Finally, Kaneda’s dried sardine soy sauce ramen rounds out the variety, providing a unique umami profile.
Tokyo Ramen Gekisenku is situated in the bustling Marunouchi area of Tokyo Station, making it highly accessible for both locals and visitors. Each ramen shop provides its unique spin on this Japanese staple, showcasing regional influences and diverse ingredients. Whether you’re a fan of miso, soy, seafood, or chicken-based soups, the Gekisenku collection ensures an option for every palate.
Gekisenku offers more than just great ramen; it delivers an immersive culinary experience at the heart of Tokyo. After sampling the various bowls, viewers are encouraged to visit and enjoy the ramen themselves whenever passing through Tokyo Station. The video also offers additional tips on Tokyo food culture and links to walking tours, making this feature an excellent resource for food-focused travelers.