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Kokoro Mazesoba

JapaneseMazesobaSoupless RamenTokyo FranchiseGrosvenor Place

Kokoro Mazesoba is Japan's leading mazesoba (brothless mixed noodle) restaurant, founded by chef Takuma Ishikawa, which opened its first Australian outlet at Grosvenor Place in July 2025. Its signature bold soupless noodles, tossed through house tare, chashu, and a raw egg, deliver a rich, concentrated umami punch unique among Sydney ramen options.

Price
¥¥
Area
CBD (Grosvenor Place)
Since
2025
Chef
Takuma Ishikawa
Owner
Nixon Alex (Australian franchise); Kokoro Co., Ltd. (Japan)
Kokoro Mazesoba — authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney, CBD (Grosvenor Place)
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About
Kokoro (心) was founded in Tokyo by chef Takuma Ishikawa, who developed what became Japan's most replicated mazesoba recipe — a brothless bowl of thick noodles mixed table-side through a punchy sauce, strips of chashu, nori, and a runny egg. The brand expanded to over 100 locations across Japan before making its first Australian move to the Grosvenor Place forecourt in July 2025. Australian franchise rights are held by Nixon Alex, who also operates Mensho Tokyo Australia, demonstrating a preference for Japan-origin premium ramen concepts. The Grosvenor Place location — at the forecourt of one of Sydney's most prestigious office towers — targets the CBD lunch crowd while capturing dinner demand from George Street foot traffic. Unlike most Sydney ramen which competes on broth quality, Kokoro's all-in-one mazesoba bowl is differentiated by its sauce complexity and the theatrical table-side toss.
Neighborhood & visiting

Kokoro Mazesoba sits in CBD (Grosvenor Place), one of Sydney's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused ramen counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Japan's No.1 mazesoba brand, founded by chef Takuma Ishikawa, making its Australian debut in Sydney with a style not yet widely available in the market.
  • Mazesoba (brothless mixed noodles) is a Tokyo-born dish still rare in Sydney, offering a genuinely differentiated experience from the tonkotsu-dominated local scene.
  • Premium Grosvenor Place location on George Street's CBD golden mile ensures strong lunchtime office-worker visibility and footfall.
  • Australian franchise operated by Nixon Alex, who also manages Mensho Tokyo Australia, confirming a track record with authentic Japanese ramen concepts.

Opened July 2025. No soup — mazesoba only. Phone +61 468 328 661 confirmed via official kokoro-mazesoba.com/en/shop_en/grosvenor-place/ listing.

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Frequently asked

About Kokoro Mazesoba

Is Kokoro Mazesoba an authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney?
Yes — Kokoro Mazesoba is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Sydney: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Kokoro Mazesoba located?
Kokoro Mazesoba is located at T03, 225 George Street (North Forecourt, Grosvenor Place), Sydney NSW 2000, Sydney, Australia in the CBD (Grosvenor Place) neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Kokoro Mazesoba?
Kokoro Mazesoba accepts reservations online. For an authentic ramen experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Kokoro Mazesoba?
Kokoro Mazesoba sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Sydney.
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