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    Koto Ichi

    琴一

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    Ground Intel & Counter Rules

    Queue Protocol

    Line Up First

    Join the line outside. Staff will direct you inside to buy your ticket when seats open up.

    Payment Acceptance
    ¥1,000 Notes Only

    The ticket machine rejects ¥10,000 and ¥5,000 notes. Break large notes at a convenience store before arriving.

    Typical Wait

    Usually under 15 minutes

    Peak rush runs 11:45 to 13:15 on weekdays. Arrive 15 minutes before opening for shorter waits.

    Best for

    Koto Ichi serves Shoyu ramen in Nishimaeakashi, Yamagata, near Tsuruoka station. It is closed on Sundays with lunch prices in the ¥1,000–1,999 range.

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    Shoyu

    Shoyu
    Ramen
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Closed on Sundays.

    Operational note: Tsuruoka shop founded by student of legendary Kotohira-so; hand-kneaded wavy noodles in flying fish dashi; cash only

    Location

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    2-chōme-16-1 Wakamiya, Yamagata, 990-2453, Japan

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen

    Broth

    Shoyu

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Shoyu

    食券

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    Getting there

    2-chōme-16-1 Wakamiya, Yamagata, 990-2453, Japan

    Near Tsuruoka

    JR Uetsu Main Line

    Hours

    Opening hours are not yet confirmed.

    Closed: Sunday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Closed on Sundays.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Tsuruoka shop founded by student of legendary Kotohira-so; hand-kneaded wavy noodles in flying fish dashi; cash only

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    This shop likely uses a ticket machine (食券機 / kenbaiki). Buy your ticket before sitting down.

    Order your bowl

    醤油ラーメンをください

    Shoyu ramen o kudasai

    Customise your noodles
    麺かためでMen katame de (firm noodles)
    麺やわらかめでMen yawarakame de (soft noodles)
    替え玉くださいKaedama kudasai (extra noodles)
    Useful phrases
    おいしい！Oishii! — Delicious!
    お会計お願いしますOkaikei onegai shimasu — Check, please
    ごちそうさまでしたGochisousama deshita — Thank you for the meal (said when leaving)
    大盛りでOomori de — Large portion, please
    少なめでSukuname de — Smaller portion, please

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    Questions about Koto Ichi

    What is the nearest station to Koto Ichi?
    Tsuruoka, a short walk away. Tsuruoka is served by JR Uetsu Main Line.
    What should I order at Koto Ichi?
    Shoyu. Noodles: ramen.
    How much does ramen cost at Koto Ichi?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999.
    When is Koto Ichi open?
    Closed Sunday.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Koto Ichi?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Koto Ichi accept?
    Cash is recommended. Keep ¥1,000 notes ready for the ticket machine.