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| Innovative Akihabara Ramen Spot Offers Dual Noodle Experience in a Single Bowl |
Introducing Japan's Innovative Fusion Ramen Experience
For devoted ramen enthusiasts, the world of ramen has traditionally consisted of two main categories: the comforting hot ramen, served in steaming bowls brimming with flavorful broth, and the chilled tsukemen, featuring noodles for dipping into a separate broth. However, a unique culinary innovation has emerged in the heart of Tokyo, offering a tantalizing blend of both worlds—a groundbreaking "third type of ramen."
This intriguing development can be found at a popular ramen establishment in Tokyo, where they've ingeniously combined the hot ramen and tsukemen experiences into one bowl, aptly named "Ratsukemen." As our intrepid reporter, P.K. Sanjun, approached the restaurant, he couldn't help but notice a sign proudly declaring it the "No. 1 Google Search Ramen Shop in Akihabara." This bold claim, coupled with advertisements for the two-in-one ramen meal and declarations of "Changing conventional wisdom in the ramen industry!!," piqued P.K.'s curiosity, making him eager to step inside.
The centerpiece of this culinary adventure is the "Ganso Ratsukemen Gottsu" (Original Ratsukemen Gottsu), priced at a reasonable 1,480 yen (approximately $9.97). P.K. pondered the fusion of "ramen" and "tsukemen" in the name "Ratsukemen" as he placed his order and settled into his seat. Examining the restaurant's decor, he discovered that the standard ramen here is served in a soy sauce-based broth, and customers can customize the amount of pork backfat, offering a choice between three levels, from light to thick.
But the customization doesn't end there; patrons also have the freedom to select their preferred tsukemen broth from a diverse array of five options, including soy sauce, miso, or a blend of both, with additional choices like dashi miso or spicy miso.
On this particular visit, P.K. opted for regular backfat with a soy sauce-based broth for his tsukemen. When his dish arrived, his taste buds were tantalized. The unique two-in-one bowl allowed him to fulfill his dream of savoring both ramen and tsukemen in a single sitting—an achievement that would typically be overwhelming in terms of portion size and cost if ordered separately.
This thoughtful portion adjustment by Gottsu ensures that each bowl contains approximately 0.6 servings, effectively giving you the delightful experience of enjoying 1.2 servings of ramen for a similar price to that of a single bowl elsewhere. It's a generous gesture from one ramen aficionado to another.
With a heart full of goodwill, P.K. sampled the ramen, which boasted a regular backfat and soy sauce broth. The taste was reminiscent of previous experiences at Gottsu, known for its "Cho Gotteri" or "super rich" offerings. For newcomers, it's essential to note that the broth can be quite salty, perhaps even more so than you expect, and the backfat lends a delightful richness to the broth. If you're a first-timer, consider requesting a lighter backfat option by politely asking for "sappari de onegaishimasu."
P.K. also recommends opting for a miso-based broth when ordering tsukemen. While he chose a soy sauce-based broth on this occasion, he found that after enjoying the soy sauce-based ramen, a contrasting miso broth would have provided a delightful flavor complement.
Upon finishing his meal, P.K. was thoroughly satisfied and beaming with joy from the unique fusion of ramen and tsukemen. He hopes that the Ratsukemen trend may catch on at other ramen establishments across the country, much like the one at Tokyo Station that serves exceptionally wide dipping noodles.
Restaurant Information:
Cho Gotteri Men Gottsu Akihabara store / 超ごってり麺ごっつ 秋葉原店
Address: Tokyo-to, Chiyoda-ku, Kanda Matsunaga-cho 18-1, Biore Akihabara 1F
東京都千代田区神田松永町18-1 ビオレ秋葉原1F
Open Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 a.m. every day
Experience the fusion of ramen and tsukemen like never before at Cho Gotteri Men Gottsu Akihabara!
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