How to Order at ‘Ganso Nagahama-ya’ and ‘Ganso Nagahama-ke’
Are you familiar with Fukuoka’s ‘Nagahama Ramen’ in Japan? Originating from the Nagahama area of Fukuoka, it’s a type of tonkotsu ramen known for its affordable price and relatively light flavor compared to other tonkotsu ramen. It has been a beloved soul food among the citizens of Fukuoka for many years, and it’s a taste I’ve known and cherished since my childhood.
The flagship of Nagahama Ramen, known as the original
‘Ganso Nagahama-ya,’ commonly referred to as ‘Gan-Naga’ or simply ‘Ganso’.
And from there, the branch
‘Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke,’ commonly known as ‘Ie-Ichi’.
Further branching out, there is another
‘Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke’ with the same name, commonly known as ‘Ie-Ni,’ currently operating in Nakasu.
This time, I will explain the unique ordering methods of these three shops. However, the names of these three shops are quite similar and can be a bit confusing. To organize, they are as follows:
| Ganso Nagahama-ya【Main Store】 | 2-5-38 Nagahama, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City |
| Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke【Branch 1】 | 2-7-10 Otemon, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City |
| Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke【Branch 2】 | 10-242 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City |
※ The roots are the same, but there is no financial connection, and they are completely separate businesses.
How to Order
Now, let’s get to the main topic. The ordering process at Ganso Nagahama-ya and Ramen Nagahama-ke is quite unique and tailored for regular customers.It’s advisable for beginners to do some preparation before visiting.Let me give you a brief overview.
① First, let’s purchase a meal ticket at the entrance ticket machine and take a seat inside the restaurant. Note that ‘Ie-Ni’ operates on a traditional cash payment system without a ticket machine.
② As soon as you enter, the staff will ask about the firmness of the noodles. Interestingly, your response here allows you to customize for free. Many regular customers order with their preferred customizations. Specifically, they combine the following when placing their orders.
| Amount of Oil | Beta > Choy Beta > Nami > Nashi |
| Firmness of Noodles | Kaki > Nama > Kata > Choy Kata > Nami > Yawa > Zun |
| Amount of Green Onions | Negi Oome > Nami > Negi Nashi |
| Amount of Pork | Nami > Niku Nashi |
※ For example, “Betanama” means extra oil with raw noodles,“Betanama Neginashi” means extra oil with raw noodles without green onions, and“Nashikata Negi Oome” means no oil with firm noodles and extra green onions.Please give them a try!
③ Once the ramen is served, add the red pickled ginger, the additional broth-like sauce, and other condiments on the table to your ramen according to your preference. Be cautious not to put too much of the additional sauce, as it might become too intense in flavor.
④ You can order an extra serving of noodles (kaedama) using the ticket machine or pay in cash on the spot. When ordering an extra serving, communicate your preferred noodle firmness, just like you did with your initial order.
| Firmness of Noodles | Kaki > Nama > Kata > Choy Kata > Nami > Yawa > Zun |
※ When ordering an extra serving of noodles, please make sure to leave some soup.
The location and business hours of the restaurant
Finally, let me provide you with information about the locations and business hours of the three restaurants introduced here. Please visit the shops, order in the same way as the regulars do, and enjoy the taste and culture of Nagahama Ramen in Fukuoka!
Ganso Nagahama-ya【Main Store】
| Shop name | Ganso Nagahama-ya |
| Access | 10-minute walk from “Akasaka” station (Exit 1) on the Fukuoka City Subway Kūkō Line. |
| Business hours | [Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun] 5:00 AM – 1:45 AM (Next day) [Tue] 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| TEL | 092-711-8154 |
| Closed days | 12/31〜1/5 |
| Dining format | Dine-in → 〇 To go → × Food delivery → × |
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Original Nagahama Ramen “Ganso Nagahama-ya,” commonly known as “Gannaga.”
Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke【Branch 1】
| Shop name | Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke |
| Access | 8-minute walk from Exit 1 of Akasaka Station on the subway. |
| Business hours | Open 24 hours (Cleaning time from 7:00 to 9:00 on Mondays; if Monday is a holiday, cleaning is done on Tuesdays). |
| Tel | 092-725-5559 |
| Closed days | No regular closing days |
| Dining format | Dine-in → 〇 To go → × Food delivery → × |
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Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke【Branch 2】
| Shop name | Ganso Ramen Nagahama-ke |
| Access | 5-minute walk from “Nakasu-Kawabata” station on the Fukuoka City Subway Kūkō Line. |
| Business hours | AM10:00～AM5:00 |
| Tel | 092-292-7828 |
| Closed days | No regular closing days |
| Dining format | Dine-in → 〇 To go → × Food delivery → × |