Sanpuku Chinese Restaurant
A long-established Chinese restaurant founded in 1961, on the 2nd floor in central Kofu. Over half of all customers order the signature tsukesoba, a Kofu original developed in-house in 1970: thick noodles dipped in a tangy soy-based broth. The originator of Kofu-style tsukesoba, now found throughout the city. 231 Tabelog reviews. Featured on the TV program 'Sekkaku Gourmet.' Ranked #1 on a local TV ramen poll. A sister store (Showa branch) exists in Showa-cho outside Kofu City. Only 2 locations total (below the 4-store chain threshold).
Locals describe it as 'the soul of Kofu's food culture,' saying they've eaten there since childhood and come to Kofu specifically for this dish. 231 Tabelog reviews. Many Retty 'visited' posts. Unrivaled status as the originator of tsukesoba since 1961. Yahoo Maps 4.34 stars (47 reviews).