Our trip to Japan had pretty much come to an end....there was still one more stop though. Much like what we on our previous visit, we left for Tokyo Station rather early, stowed our luggage, and went straight for ramen street. The last time it was Rokurinsha....this time the decision was a bit harder....the Missus wanted to share some Tonkotsu ramen so we settles on Oreshiki Jun.
We got our ticket at the vending machine, entered and was seated quickly.......it seemed like all the customers in the shop were Salarymen.
I went with the Deluxe Tonkotsu Ramen which featured a nice, albeit a bit salty portion of mentaiko.
The egg was perfect as were the noodles. I wasn't a big fan of the tonkotsu here as it was a lot milder in flavor....even for a tonkotsu broth than I prefer. It also lacked that nice tongue coating quality I enjoy in that style of broth in addition to being served a bit too cold for my taste. The chashu here is a bit leaner and more chewy than other versions, but makes up for that with a nice porkiness. I really enjoyed the "rayu" (chili oil), which in this case seemed to have some bean paste in it....a wonderful, spicy, savory, package of flavor.
I actually preferred what the Missus ordered.
A nice little rice bowl with raw egg, chashu, and bean sprouts, along with an extra order of bean sprouts, chashu, and negi....along with an extra boiled egg. All worked together quite nicely!
So, perhaps not the best last meal in Japan.....still, we had many memorable experiences again. I'm sure it's just a matter of time before we return.
Oreshiki Jun (Tokyo Station)
1-9-1 Marunochi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
One thing was quite apparent. The Missus really enjoys Tokyo Station City. To the point that She got Her "hair done" twice at this kind of "fast" hair salon named Fass. You basically go in and order your stuff on an iPad. Of course we couldn't really understand anything the first time around....so this really nice, adorable woman came out and the Missus had Her bangs cut. Well, with some time on our hands, the Missus decided She wanted a trim.
We walked in and it was the same woman....who got a kick out of seeing us. Apparently, they don't get too many foreign customers. This time the Missus wanted a trim and some styling, which she did with gusto. At the end, she couldn't stop giggling, telling us "kawaii....kawaii" (cute). I think she had more fun than we did.
You really couldn't help but love Japan......
sounds like a great place to get your hair done:)
Posted by: kat | Thursday, 23 March 2017 at 04:53 AM
Man I haven't been to Tokyo station in years. It's like an underground city there now.
Posted by: Junichi | Thursday, 23 March 2017 at 10:28 AM
The Missus enjoyed Herself Kat!
Hi Junichi - It is indeed quite expansive....easy to get confused.
Posted by: Kirk | Thursday, 23 March 2017 at 01:25 PM
Love Tokyo. Been there numerous times! Nice pics!
I would love to be semi retired like you and travel a good part of the year! More power to ya!
Posted by: Mani Vidar | Thursday, 23 March 2017 at 06:19 PM
MV - Not sure where you got that idea....I usually work 50+ hours a week. Tokyo is a fantastic city!
Posted by: Kirk | Friday, 24 March 2017 at 06:27 AM
Yeh Man, but it has to be half the year...great gig!
Posted by: Mani Vidar | Friday, 24 March 2017 at 07:49 AM