Ginza Tsukiya

GINZA SIX 6F, a 'Clear Tonkotsu' (pork bone broth) specialty shop originating from Hakata, is located in Ginza 6-chome, a 3-minute walk from Ginza Station. It was rebranded and opened at GINZA SIX, formerly known as 'Butasoba Tsukiya' (Pork Soba Tsukiya) which operated in Hiroo, Tokyo. The signature 'Clear Tonkotsu' (1,320 yen) is made with a unique method where pork knuckle bones (genkotsu) are simmered slowly without boiling to create a transparent soup. While its appearance is as clear as salt ramen or chintan (clear broth), the powerful umami and saltiness characteristic of tonkotsu (pork bone broth) spread in your mouth, creating a surprising and impactful gap. The noodles are extra-thin straight noodles, typical of Hakata ramen, and you can choose your desired doneness (yudegai) from 'Normal (futsu),' 'Firm (kata),' or 'Extra Firm (barikata).' Noodle refills (kaedama, 200 yen) and extra soup (oi-suupu) are also available. The most distinctive feature is the 'toppings served on separate plates (guzai betsuzara teikyo)' style. Thinly sliced chashu (roast pork), green onions (aonegi), Ariake seaweed (nori), and kabosu citrus (kabosu; sudachi depending on the season) are brought to your table on small plates. You can enjoy various flavor changes (ajien) following the guide provided on your table: '① As is, ② with green onions, ③ with seaweed, ④ with chashu, ⑤ squeeze kabosu from the peel, ⑥ with beni myoga (pickled Japanese ginger in plum vinegar).' The beni myoga at the end is a popular flavor change among repeat customers, as its refreshing plum vinegar taste perfectly complements the soup. A wide array of side dishes are also available, including 'Hakata Tarako-meshi' (Hakata-style pollock roe rice, made with shredded kelp and sesame-mixed rice, topped with tarako and shiso leaf, which can be spiced up to a mentaiko-style with a spicy sauce), juicy shumai (steamed pork dumplings), fluffy ajifurai (fried horse mackerel, 800 yen), wagyu beef cheek, gari tomato (pickled ginger tomato), spicy chicken, and Tsukiya set, establishing it as a high-quality ramen dining experience befitting the luxury space of GINZA SIX 6F. On some days, international visitors account for 90% of customers, and its commitment to using ingredients, tableware, and sake from Fukuoka Prefecture is another characteristic.