Ippudo - Ginza
A globally renowned ramen shop originating from Hakata, Ippudo Ginza offers a rich, customizable tonkotsu ramen experience with vegan options.
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Ippudo - Ginza
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A globally renowned ramen shop originating from Hakata, Ippudo Ginza offers a rich, customizable tonkotsu ramen experience with vegan options.
"Delicious ramen with a great variety of flavors and broth strengths to suit different tastes."
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
For shorter wait times, consider visiting on weekdays or during off-peak hours.
Explore Broth Strengths
Try the different broth strengths to suit your taste preferences for a unique ramen experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 570-031-206
Address
セントラルビル 1F, 4 Chome-10-3 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Rich Tonkotsu Ramen
Indulge in Ippudo's signature tonkotsu ramen with its rich, creamy broth and perfectly cooked noodles.
Customizable Ramen Experience
Enjoy a variety of flavorful broths and toppings, with plant-based options available for vegans.
Cozy Atmosphere & Value
Experience friendly service in a cozy atmosphere, with generous portions and affordable prices.
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Visit During Off-Peak Hours
For shorter wait times, consider visiting on weekdays or during off-peak hours.
Explore Broth Strengths
Try the different broth strengths to suit your taste preferences for a unique ramen experience.
Order Extra Gyoza
Order extra gyoza if you're a fan; they are smaller than usual but delicious.
Ask for Door Assistance
Don't struggle with the front door; ask for assistance if needed as it may be hard to open.
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Visit During Off-Peak Hours
For shorter wait times, consider visiting on weekdays or during off-peak hours.
Explore Broth Strengths
Try the different broth strengths to suit your taste preferences for a unique ramen experience.
Order Extra Gyoza
Order extra gyoza if you're a fan; they are smaller than usual but delicious.
Ask for Door Assistance
Don't struggle with the front door; ask for assistance if needed as it may be hard to open.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ippudo Ginza is widely praised for its delicious and rich tonkotsu ramen, offering customizable options and a plant-based alternative. Diners appreciate the cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and reasonable prices. However, one review highlighted a negative interaction with a waiter regarding a child's behavior, which marred an otherwise positive experience.
"Affordable tasty ramen
We sought out this place given the strong reviews and nearby location to the Kabukiza Theatre. It’s a non-fancy ramen place with iPads at the table for ordering. The menu is simple with various customizable ramen Tonkotsu broth: Akamaru Modern or modern-style ramen, Shiromaru Classic, spicy Karaka. with soft-boiled egg, char siu pork thick sliced, low temperature cooked roast pork, mentaiko or spicy cod roe, a sheet of nori or seaweed, green onions, kikurage mushrooms, or extra noodles. For vegetarians there is a plant-based Akamaru. Once you decide what you want, they bring out the food quickly. There is a separate dipping sauce station.
We ordered Hakata bite dumplings half, Kiwami Karaka, Simple Akamura, Akamaru with Egg, bowls of white rice and a draft beer. It was very good and we finished it all feeling happily full. For ¥6,500 or USD $45 got a hearty dinner for 4. Based on this, we’re giving it 5 stars – keep in mind it’s 5 stars for an affordable ramen bar – we value these reviews and we want to keep their rating over 4 stars as they are worth it.
Note: there are 2 nearby locations we went to the first one: Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4 Chome−10−3 セントラルビル 1F and Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 3 Chome−9−6 Vort Ginza Maxim, 1F"
A M
"Delicious ramen with a great variety of flavors and broth strengths to suit different tastes. The gyoza is also tasty, though smaller than usual—so be sure to order a few extra. A satisfying and flavorful meal all around, perfect for ramen and gyoza fans alike. Cozy atmosphere and friendly service add to the experience!"
Yuri Klebanov
"An inviting place to have a delicious meal! Fast, affordable, and hospitable. Options for vegans and easy ordering for foreigners too. Clean and easy to find. Give this place a try!
Photography by Jason Taylor"
Amy Shafer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ippudo Ginza is famous for its rich and creamy tonkotsu ramen, offering both classic and modern flavors with customizable options.
Yes, Ippudo Ginza offers a plant-based ramen option, often described as a vegan Akamaru style ramen.
To avoid long wait times, consider visiting on weekdays or during off-peak hours.
Yes, the gyoza are described as delicious, though some find them smaller than usual, so ordering extra is recommended.
While one review noted a negative interaction with a waiter regarding a child, another source suggests Ippudo is more family-friendly than some other ramen shops like Ichiran.
Yes, Ippudo offers English menus, often accessible via tablets for easy ordering, making it foreigner-friendly.
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