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Yasaka Ramen

JapaneseTonkotsuHakata-styleHomemade NoodlesCBD

Yasaka Ramen is a Sydney CBD institution opened in 2014 by Japanese chef-owner Takeshi Sekigawa, a Gumshara alumnus, serving rich tonkotsu-forward ramen with house-pressed noodles. Its two-level shopfront on Liverpool Street draws daily queues for bowls that feel unmistakably true to Kyushu tradition.

Price
¥¥
Area
CBD (Liverpool St)
Since
2014
Chef
Takeshi Sekigawa
Yasaka Ramen — authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney, CBD (Liverpool St)
Plate № 72
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About
Takeshi Sekigawa apprenticed under Mori Higashida at Gumshara for four years before launching Yasaka in 2014, bringing the same devotion to collagen-rich pork-bone broth to a central Sydney address. The menu rotates through tonkotsu, black-garlic, shio, and spicy variations, all built on house-made noodles rolled daily. The compact two-storey space on Liverpool Street embodies the no-frills Tokyo ramen-ya spirit, with efficient service and counter seating downstairs where diners can watch the kitchen at work. A grand-reopening in April 2026 introduced deeper flavours and a refreshed dining experience while keeping the founding ethos intact. The restaurant is consistently cited alongside Gumshara as one of Sydney's benchmark tonkotsu addresses.
Neighborhood & visiting

Yasaka Ramen sits in CBD (Liverpool St), one of Sydney'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
  • Founded by Gumshara-trained Japanese chef Takeshi Sekigawa, guaranteeing lineage in Sydney's most respected ramen tradition.
  • Homemade noodles rolled daily in-house deliver a texture that distinguishes Yasaka from soup-focused competitors.
  • Signature spare-rib ramen and black-garlic tonkotsu have appeared on Sydney 'best ramen' lists for over a decade.
  • Centrally located on Liverpool Street with two-level seating and a fresh 2026 menu refresh.

Grand reopening April 2026 with revised menu. Previously cash-only; now accepts cards. Phone number confirmed as +61 2 9261 3720 via Facebook.

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Frequently asked

About Yasaka Ramen

Is Yasaka Ramen an authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney?
Yes — Yasaka Ramen 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 Yasaka Ramen located?
Yasaka Ramen is located at 126 Liverpool Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Sydney, Australia in the CBD (Liverpool St) neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Yasaka Ramen?
Yasaka Ramen does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Sydney we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Yasaka Ramen?
Yasaka Ramen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Sydney.
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