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Konjiki Hototogisu

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Founded in 2006 by Atsushi Yamamoto in Tokyo and awarded the Michelin star for five consecutive years, Konjiki Hototogisu is celebrated for its complex clam and pork-bone double-broth — one of the most nuanced ramen styles ever recognised by the Guide. Multiple Hong Kong branches operated by Ajisen Group maintain the original Tokyo recipes under licensing from Yamamoto.

Price
¥¥
Area
Central / Tsim Sha Tsui / Multiple
Chef
Atsushi Yamamoto (founder, Tokyo)
Owner
Ajisen Group (licensed operator, HK) / Atsushi Yamamoto (brand)
Konjiki Hototogisu — authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong, Central / Tsim Sha Tsui / Multiple
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About
Atsushi Yamamoto's Konjiki Hototogisu became a ramen phenomenon in Tokyo for its insistence on a double-broth methodology: a clean, mineral-rich dashi drawn from Hamaguri clams layered over a silky chicken-and-pork base, finished with white truffle oil and topped with a perfect seasoned egg. This unusual fusion of Japanese and European flavour registers earned it Michelin recognition for five consecutive years — an extraordinary achievement for a single-dish concept. The Hong Kong branches, operated by Ajisen Group as the brand's licensed international representative, reproduce Yamamoto's proprietary flour blend, soup concentrates, and truffle oil sourced directly from Japan. The IFC Mall location — in the heart of Central's financial district — is the most prominent, drawing lunch regulars from surrounding offices as well as destination diners seeking the Michelin pedigree in a casual setting.
Neighborhood & visiting

Konjiki Hototogisu sits in Central / Tsim Sha Tsui / Multiple, one of Hong Kong's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • The white truffle ramen is an exceptionally rare crossover that combines European luxury ingredients with precise Japanese broth technique — a bowl that defines the Michelin recognition.
  • Five consecutive Michelin stars at the Tokyo original authenticate a culinary standard that the Hong Kong branches maintain through licensed recipes and Japan-sourced ingredients.
  • The IFC Mall location puts one of Japan's most celebrated ramen brands in the heart of Central, accessible for a business lunch or a dedicated food-pilgrimage bowl.
  • The double-broth technique — clam dashi over chicken-pork base — produces flavour complexity that distinguishes Konjiki from every other ramen brand in Hong Kong.

Founded 2006, Tokyo, by Atsushi Yamamoto. Five consecutive Michelin stars (Tokyo). HK operated by Ajisen Group as licensed international operator. Multiple active branches: IFC Central, H Zentre TST, Festival Walk, The Southside, HKIA.

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Frequently asked

About Konjiki Hototogisu

Is Konjiki Hototogisu an authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong?
Yes — Konjiki Hototogisu is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Hong Kong: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Konjiki Hototogisu located?
Konjiki Hototogisu is located at IFC Mall: Shop 3020, 3/F, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central; H Zentre: Shop 3, 1/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui; Festival Walk: Kowloon Tong; The Southside: Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR in the Central / Tsim Sha Tsui / Multiple neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Konjiki Hototogisu?
Konjiki Hototogisu does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Hong Kong we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Konjiki Hototogisu?
Konjiki Hototogisu sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Hong Kong.
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