Kipposhi
吉法師
Overview
Kipposhi is a unique tori-chintan (clear chicken broth) ramen shop known for its vibrant blue soup ramen. Its name is derived from the childhood name of Oda Nobunaga. It originated in Asakusa/Honjo Azumabashi, moved through Shibuya, and has been operating at its current location in Shiba, Minato-ku, near Yurikamome Hinode Station, since June 2024. The signature "Tori Chintan Blue" (Chicken Clear Broth Blue) is a bowl where tori-paitan (creamy chicken broth) is clarified using a Chinese cooking technique called "saotan" (sweeping soup) to remove turbidity, resulting in a clear chintan with concentrated chicken umami, combined with a blue salt tare (sauce). The vivid blue color, like a swimming pool, has an outstanding visual impact, but the flavor is a genuine chicken-based salt ramen that doesn't rely on gimmicks, and it pairs well with the moist, tender chicken chashu. In addition to blue, there are colorful and seasonal variations such as white grape green, peach pink, plum, and new ginger, so you can encounter a new bowl every time you visit. The bright and stylish interior, based on white, has a cafe-like atmosphere, with only 8 counter seats. Due to its photogenic appearance, many international travelers make a special trip to visit. The menu is also available in English.
How to Order
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1Before Entering
About a 6-minute walk from Yurikamome Hinode Station, and about 10 minutes from JR Hamamatsucho Station. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, closed on Wednesdays. Lunch starts relatively late at 12:00 PM, operating in two shifts: lunch (12:00 PM - 3:00 PM) and dinner (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM). Although it's a popular shop, there isn't always a long queue; on weekdays or right after opening, you can often enter without waiting.
2Ordering
There is no ticket vending machine. After being seated, look at the menu on the table and place your order verbally with the staff. In addition to the signature "Tori Chintan Blue," there are colorful variations such as white grape, peach, and plum. The menu is also available in English. Payment is made after the meal. Only cash is accepted; credit cards, e-money, and QR code payments are not available.
3Seating and Receiving
There are only 8 counter seats with a white-themed interior. Expect to wait about 10 minutes for your order to be served. The blue soup gradually transfers its color to the noodles, chicken chashu, and ajitama (seasoned egg) over time, so enjoying this change is part of the experience.
4Other
There are black pepper and sesame mills on the table; adding pepper to the blue soup tightens the flavor. There are no shelves or baskets for luggage, so it's best to visit light so you can place large bags at your feet.
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Voices
KIPPOSHI 吉法師 @港区
— ネク.🍑🍀🍜🐱🇦🇶🌱🌼💐 (@neknek2) July 28, 2024
鶏清湯 新生姜🍜
かなり久々🙇🏻♂️移転後初訪
あーりんも驚愕⁉︎ピンクのラーメン
でも青食べた時も思ったんだけどね、見た目ヤベーんだけど(失礼)美味いんだコレが😋
岩下の新生姜公認
て事は遂にあの社長様から頂けるのかしら⁉︎
「あのとき助けた岩下の新生姜なのかい?」を pic.twitter.com/Jk9oOFCYfu
渋谷、吉法師で鶏清湯青とガーリックチキン丼
— 関口麺ディーー (@jimmyeatnoodle) March 1, 2023
天然の青色は食欲をそそらないという話があるが例外が三つある。ミントゼリー、ブルーハワイのかき氷、吉法師のラーメン。
ストレートに美味しい鶏出汁、ツルツルの細麺、少しのニンニクがスープを邪魔せずにいい仕事をする。味も綺麗な上に強い。 pic.twitter.com/FPXlinl9MH
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| Lunch | Afternoon | Dinner | Late night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | No waitRef. | - | No waitRef. | - |
| Weekend | No waitRef. | - | - | - |
* Dashed cells = reference data from past visit examples (replaced once enough reviews arrive)
Dietary Notes
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This information is based on user reports and is not official information from the shop. Cross-contamination in the cooking environment cannot be guaranteed. If you have severe allergies, please confirm directly with the shop.
Animal-free menu available
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No MSG
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Gluten-free menu available
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Halal options available
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