Hakata Isso Gion

This Tonkotsu ramen shop is conveniently located a 2-minute walk from Gion Station (Fukuoka City Subway) and within a 10-minute walk from Hakata Station. Its signature is the rich, foamy 'Tonkotsu Cappuccino' soup, identical to that served at its main branch east of Hakata Station. With a cozy interior featuring 6 counter seats and 6 table seats, it's generally less crowded than the main branch, offering an easier visit. Noodle firmness can be customized to barikata (very firm), kata (firm), or yawa (soft), and additional noodle refills (kaedama) are available. On each table, a selection of condiments like the distinctive white pickled ginger from the Hakata Ikkousha lineage, intensely spicy karashi takana, sesame, garlic, and pepper are provided for flavor customization. Ordering is done via a ticket vending machine; during busy periods, tickets are purchased while queuing. Please note, only cash payments are accepted, and English assistance is available.

1. **Before Entering (If there's a queue)** If there's a line, please join the end. At this shop, customers often purchase meal tickets from the vending machine while waiting in line, but please observe other customers to confirm the process. 2. **Purchase Meal Ticket / Order** Purchase your meal ticket from the vending machine before taking a seat. Payment is cash only, and 10,000 yen bills are accepted. When handing your ramen ticket to a staff member, please specify your preferred noodle firmness (e.g., Barikata (very firm), Kata (firm), Yawa (soft)). 3. **Seating & Receiving Your Order** After handing over your meal ticket, please take your seat as guided by the staff. Your ramen will then be served. If you wish to order extra noodles (kaedama), please speak to a staff member and purchase a kaedama ticket from the vending machine.

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