Menya Tyson Hakata Station mae Sogyo

This creamy, foamy Hakata Tonkotsu ramen shop is located in front of Hakata Station, Fukuoka, within walking distance from Kushida Shrine-mae Station. The signature "Noko Tonkotsu" (Rich Tonkotsu) features a frothy soup with concentrated bone umami, simmered for over 20 hours, and is renowned for its mild flavor that suppresses the unique smell of tonkotsu. For those who prefer a lighter taste, the "Yatai Tonkotsu" (Stall Tonkotsu) is also available, offering two distinct options. The seared, melt-in-your-mouth chashu is particularly popular, and the shop also offers satisfying sets including chashu rice bowls, half fried rice, and gyoza. The noodles are thin and straight with a high water content, and you can specify your preferred firmness when ordering (e.g., bari-kata (extra firm), kata (firm), futsu (normal), yawa (soft)). You can customize your ramen to your liking with fresh garlic (with press) available on the table, and spicy takana, red ginger, and water from the self-service corner. Orders can be placed via QR code or verbally. Open until midnight (1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays), it's a convenient spot for a late-night ramen (shime-ramen) or a casual meal in the Hakata Station area. The latest information is also available on their official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menyatyson_official/

1. Before entering (if there is a queue) This popular restaurant is conveniently located in front of Hakata Station, and there can be waits from weekday lunchtime until late at night. Although it operates until midnight (1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays), there can be queues of 10 or more people during peak hours. Please wait according to the instructions of the staff (a team of two, male and female). 2. Purchasing meal tickets / Ordering There is no ticket machine; orders are taken after you are seated. Primarily, customers order via QR code from their smartphones (verbal orders are also possible, but QR is often prioritized during busy times). When ordering ramen, choose your noodle firmness (barikata - very firm, kata - firm, futsu - regular, yawa - soft). Please confirm on-site if an English menu is available. If you are unsure, it is advisable to observe how previous customers order or ask staff if they can assist in English before placing your order. 3. Seating and receiving your order You will be guided by the staff to one of the 7 counter seats or a table. Due to the rich soup that is simmered for over 20 hours, it takes about 10-13 minutes for your order to be served. 4. Other Raw garlic (with crusher), white pepper, and white sesame are available on the table. Karashi takana (spicy pickled mustard greens), beni shoga (red pickled ginger), and water are self-service from a corner near the entrance. Noodle refills (kaedama) are available. You can choose from two types of Tonkotsu: "Rich Tonkotsu" and "Yatai Tonkotsu (light)." Payment is accepted in cash or QR code payment (PayPay, d-Barai); cards and electronic money are not accepted.

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