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Hakata Genki Ippai!! is an independent ramen shop in Shimogofukumachi, known for a white, creamy tonkotsu broth and a curry-flavoured noodle refill. Old stories about a frighteningly strict shop should not be mistaken for current rules.
Menu checked in July 2026
| Item | Listed price | How to choose |
|---|---|---|
| Ramen | ¥1,000 | Start with the standard bowl |
| Regular kaedama | ¥200 | Keep the original broth flavour |
| Curry kaedama | ¥300 | Change the remaining broth into a curry finish |
| Wood-ear mushroom, extra pork and other toppings | Check at the shop | Add only if wanted |
Enjoy the original broth before ordering the curry kaedama, and leave enough soup to mix it. Ask staff rather than assuming noodle firmness or toppings are ordered in the same way as another Hakata ramen shop.
What happened to the old “rules”?
| Topic | Current information found in July 2026 |
|---|---|
| Spicy takana | Service has been suspended since May 2018 |
| Photography | Photography is listed as allowed |
| Mobile phone | Use is allowed, but calls inside are not |
| Blue bucket | Currently described as an outdoor ash receptacle; use official updates to confirm opening |
Hours and access
| Address | 4-31-1 Shimogofukumachi, Hakata Ward |
|---|---|
| Access | About 6 minutes from Gofukumachi Station; about 3 minutes from Kuramoto bus stop |
| Hours | 11:00–20:00, last order 19:30 |
| Closed | Irregular; reservations not accepted |
| Payment | Current listing says cash, so carry yen |
Check the official X account @hkt_genkiippai before travelling, as temporary closures and sell-outs can occur. The broth is pork-based and not vegetarian or halal unless explicitly stated.
Compare the Fukuoka ramen guide and ramen ordering guide.
