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Toka Honpo's New Chapter: Relocation and Expansion

On June 10, 2025, Toka Honpo, a renowned ramen shop located in Akebonobashi, Tokyo, will unveil its updated premises after merging with its sister restaurant, Toka Ryouran, in Yotsuya. This relocation marks a significant evolution for the popular ramen brand, which has captivated diners across Japan with its distinctive dishes featuring savory sea bream.

What Makes Toka Honpo Special?

Toka Honpo is celebrated for its signature seawater soup that extracts the maximum flavor from sea bream, creating a stunning golden broth. Accompanied by delicate, thin noodles, Toka has established itself as a leading brand in the ramen world, offering enticing variations such as "Salt Tsukemen Toka" and "Kyoto Purple Toka Ryouran," while expanding nationwide.

This latest merge not only combines the culinary inspirations of both locations but also offers ramen enthusiasts the chance to enjoy their favorite dishes under one roof. With the successful establishment of new locations at AEON Mall Odhaka and AEON Mall Okazaki last year, the brand continues to flourish with recent openings in Lalaport Anjo and Seiseki Sakuraoka this year.

Store Details

• - Name: Toka Honpo
• - Opening Date: June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
• - Location: 4-7 Yotsuya, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Kobayashi Building 1F
• - Operating Hours: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

The Craftsmanship Behind Toka Ramen

Toka Honpo is dedicated to elevating the ramen experience by harmonizing flavor, aroma, and visual appeal. The ramen is crafted from carefully selected ingredients, primarily featuring sea bream sourced from Uwajima.

The exquisite broth consists solely of seawater and the fish’s bones, resulting in a clear, golden liquid that embodies umami. The noodles are custom-made straight noodles designed specifically for Toka’s canvas of flavors, offering a unique and beautiful texture that effortlessly pairs with the luxurious broth.

Additionally, the presentation of the dishes evokes elements of a Japanese garden, with artfully arranged noodles that reflect both beauty and balance. To keep the flavors throughout the dining experience, they also offer a signature dish: sea bream chazuke, allowing patrons to savor the fish's goodness until the final bite.

Exploring Kyoto’s Inspirations

In addition, the Kyotan spin, "Kyoto Purple Toka Ryouran," emphasizes the depth of Kyoto soy sauce, the scent of Kyotan pepper, and the unique flavor of Kujo green onions. This dish is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using only premium ingredients sourced from Kyoto to preserve its refined taste and aroma.

Awards and Recognition

Both Toka and its sub-brand have graced the winners' lists at various prestigious culinary contests, reflecting their quality and dedication. The accolades include:

• - Toka Honpo: Winner of the Yahoo! Ramen Special Best Next-Generation Ramen 2015-2016 (Main Shop)
• - Toka Honpo: Featured in Tabelog’s Top 100 Restaurants (Main Shop)
• - Kyoto Purple Toka Ryouran: Recipient of the TRY Newcomer Award (Original Category)
• - Kyoto Purple Toka Ryouran: In the top-selling ramen category at the 8th “Delivery Ramen of the Year” by Takumen.com in 2019
• - Salt Tsukemen Toka: Bronze award in both salt and tsukemen categories at the TRY Newcomer Award.

This relocation and merger of Toka promises to introduce an exciting chapter for the brand, combining the best of its offerings and further strengthening its hold in the culinary scene.

For Media Inquiries

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Good Noodle Innovations Inc.
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