Tsukisan (Shingetsu)
Created date: 2026/10/08,
Update date: 2026/10/08
Drawing inspiration from Sakata’s historic silk culture, Tsukisan is famed for its ‘Sakata Silk Wontonmen’, kneading edible silk powder into ultra-thin wontons and noodles. Discover its sweet roasted flying fish broth and celestial silken texture.
Traveler's Quick Ramen Guide
Payment
Cash recommended (Ticket Vending Machine)
Order Style
Purchase ticket inside entrance before/at seating
Water & Service
Free self-service (water pitchers on counter)
🔰 4 Simple Steps to Enjoy Ramen in Japan
- 1. Buy Ticket (食券): Choose your bowl & extra toppings at the vending machine.
- 2. Hand Ticket: Sit down and place your ticket on the raised counter for the chef.
- 3. Customization: When asked for preferences, "Futsuu" means normal/standard taste.
- 4. Courtesy: Place your empty bowl on the upper counter and wipe your space with the cloth.
Table of Contents
Shop Overview
Features & Commitments
- Situated in Koara, Sakata City, Tsukisan is a beloved pillar of the “Association for Promoting Sakata Ramen”, adored by locals and visiting ramen aficionados.
- Its defining creation is the “Sakata Silk Wontonmen”, an ingenious culinary ode to Sakata’s storied silk textile history, blending edible silk powder into both the noodles and wonton wrappers.
- Wonton wrappers are rolled paper-thin; upon entering the mouth, they melt away effortlessly with a silken texture, perfectly balanced by a savory, hint-of-ginger ground pork filling.
- The broth is a gleaming amber dashi brewed with Sea of Japan roasted flying fish (yaki-ago), dried sardines, kelp, and pork bones, delivering a delicate toasted sweetness that warms the soul.
- House-made medium-thin curly noodles offer an exceptionally slick glide and gentle chewiness, absorbing the broth’s nuance gracefully.
Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-6-3 Koara, Sakata, Yamagata 998-0824 |
| Access | Approx. 6 mins by car from JR Higashi-Sakata Station, approx. 8 mins from Sakata IC |
| Phone Number | +81-234-26-0141 |
| Business Hours | 11:00 - 19:00 (Closes when soup is sold out) |
| Regular Holiday | Sunday |
| Special Holidays | Posted in-store |
| Seating & Facilities | 35 seats (counter, tables, and tatami floor seating), all non-smoking |
| Smoking Policy | Non-smoking |
| Parking | Available (approx. 15 parking spots in front) |
| Official Social Media | In-store notices and regional gourmet platforms |
| Official Website | None |
| Other Food Guides | Consistently top-ranked on Tabelog and Yamagata gourmet rankings |
Main Menu
| Recommended | Category | Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ | Ramen | Sakata Silk Wontonmen | 850 yen |
| ★ | Ramen | Chashu Wontonmen | 1,050 yen |
| ★ | Ramen | Classic Chukasoba | 700 yen |
| - | Ramen | Miso Wontonmen | 950 yen |
| - | Topping | Seasoned Egg / Extra Menma | 100 yen / 150 yen |
Story & Background: Why This Shop Is Chosen
Heritage & Philosophy
- Uniting Regional History & Gastronomy : Celebrating the historic trade port of Sakata and its silk industry, the owner created a signature bowl that honors local heritage.
- Silken Texture Powered by Edible Silk : The fine silk powder incorporated into the flour yields an unbelievably smooth mouthfeel found nowhere else.
- Endearing Daily Comfort : The soothing roasted flying fish soup and low-oil profile provide a restorative bowl that patrons never tire of eating.
Recommended Dining Guide
- Inhale the gentle roasted flying fish aroma : Take a sip of the golden soup and savor the deep, clean seafood umami.
- Scoop a silk wonton gently : Allow the cloud-like wonton to melt upon your tongue, feeling the ultra-delicate texture.
- Enjoy the glide of silk noodles : Slurp the silky curly noodles in steady rhythm as they carry the sweet broth into every bite.
Mail Order & Gift Information
Official instant noodles or gift packs are currently not available on Amazon or standard e-commerce malls. Visit Tsukisan in Sakata to experience the velvety pleasure of authentic silk wontons.
