[No.1 in Akita] A must-see for sardine lovers! The irresistibly rich bowl of ramen at "MENYA-NIBOSUKE" will make you addicted

• Table of Contents
• What is MENYA-NIBOSUKE?
• Access to MENYA-NIBOSUKE Misato store
• The owner's recommendation is this! "Specially made thick pork and dried sardine soba"
• The diverse menu will make you want to return again and again!
• Ordering Method and Manners
• A word from the owner, AKIHIRO KASHIO
• Participating in LIVEAZUMA2024 10/19-20

What is MENYA-NIBOSUKE?

MENYA-NIBOSUKE is a specialty ramen shop representing Akita Prefecture that specializes in dried sardine ramen. The "Special Rich Pork Dried Sardine Soba" is especially recommended. The rich soup, packed with the flavor of dried sardines, clings tightly to the thin noodles, and the flavor fills your mouth with every bite. The soup's stimulating sensation, as if it's "rambling about in your mouth," is said to be addictive.

Access to MENYA-NIBOSUKE Misato store

It is located a 7-minute drive from JR Iizume Station .

While you're there, why not take the opportunity to visit Akita's tourist attractions?

Akita is an attractive area where you can enjoy tourist attractions in every season. In spring, you can see the nationally famous cherry blossom trees of Kakunodate and the banks of the Hinokinai River, while in summer the lavender of Misato Town and the alpine plants of Mt. Komagatake stand out against the beautiful greenery. In autumn, you can enjoy the vibrant autumn leaves of Kakunodate and Dakigaeri Valley, and in winter the magnificent scenery of Lake Tazawa covered in snow unfolds. No matter what season you visit, there is plenty to see, so it's a fun place to visit at any time.

From the upper left, there are the cherry blossom trees lining the Hinokiuchi embankment, the weeping cherry trees of Kakunodate, the lavender of Misato town, the alpine plants of Mt. Komagatake, the autumn leaves of Kakunodate, the autumn leaves of Dakigaeri Valley, and the snowy shores of Lake Tazawa . The appearance of the former Hongo family residence and Nishinomiya family residence from the good old days will make you feel as if you have traveled back in time.

From the left: Former Hongo Family Residence, Nishinomiya Family Residence. Photo courtesy of Akita Tourism Federation

The owner's recommendation is this! "Specially made thick pork and dried sardine soba"

It is popular among a wide range of age groups.

Attention to detail in soup

The exquisitely thick soup, which is made after going through various processes over two full days, is packed with flavor from rich, slow-cooked pork bones, chicken, three types of dried sardines - white-mouthed sardines from Ibuki, flathead sardines from Chiba, and horse mackerel sardines from Sakai Port - and dried mackerel flakes.

Attention to detail in noodles

For the Chinese noodles, we use thin, low-hydration noodles (150g). (For the oil noodles, we use thick, hand-kneaded noodles (180g).)

Attention to Toppings

The highlight of this dish is the luxurious char siu, which allows you to taste both pork belly and pork shoulder loin!

The diverse menu will make you want to return again and again!

MENYA-NIBOSUKE a wide range of dishes, including the signature " Thick Pork Niboshi Soba ," " Chuka Soba " that is light and enjoyable even for those who don't like niboshi, and " Abura Soba " with thick, hand-kneaded noodles that are satisfying to eat. The restaurant is great for visiting with friends who have different tastes, with miso , tsukemen, soupless , and hearty ramen . They also offer children's ramen, making it a great place for families. Gyoza can be ordered in sets of five, making it perfect for a quick drink.

If you're having trouble, try this!

If you like light noodles, try the Chinese noodles ! If you like rich noodles, try the rich dried sardine tsukemen .

[How to enjoy Tsukemen deliciously]

❶First, try the noodles alone !
> Pick up a small amount of noodles with your chopsticks and enjoy as is. Enjoy the aroma of wheat and the flavor of the noodles themselves.
❷ Dip the noodles in the rich dipping sauce and eat.
> Dip the noodles into the sauce little by little. Don't leave them for too long, and dip them quickly before eating. Enjoy the harmony of the rich sauce and the noodles.
❸Finish with diluted soup .
Once you've finished the noodles, add the provided soup (made from dried sardines and kelp) to the remaining dipping sauce. Mix well and drink the refreshing soup to finish off the meal.

Now you can enjoy the noodles, dipping sauce, and soup in that order!

Ordering Method and Manners

Here we will introduce how to order and proper etiquette.

How to line up and points to note

When there is a line in front of a store, you will have to wait in line. There are a few things to keep in mind when doing so.

1. Line up at the back.
2. Line up once everyone is present.
3. Don't interrupt.
4. Do not block the entrances of other shops or homes.
5. Don't spread out too much on the road. Line up in a straight line.
Please follow the rules so that everyone can have a good time.

How to order

There are two main ways to order at ramen restaurants in Japan: buying a ticket from a ticket vending machine, or looking at the menu and ordering verbally.

In the case of "MENYA-NIBOSUKE," customers will look at the menu and then communicate verbally .

Payment methods accepted are cash and QR code payment (PayPay, auPAY).

Orders are made verbally , so after you sit down, choose a menu item and call out to a staff member to place your order.

A staff member will come to your table and take your order.

A word from the owner, AKIHIRO KASHIO

Menya MENYA-NIBOSUKE opened its Omagari Ekimae branch in July 2012, and is currently a sardine ramen specialty store with four branches in Akita Prefecture, with the Misato branch as its flagship. We pour our passion into each MENYA-NIBOSUKE, and welcome our customers with carefully selected ingredients, carefully prepared noodles, soup, and char siu, so that Akita Prefecture will come to mind when people think of Menya Nibosuke. I personally work at the Misato branch, but I would be happy if you would stop by our other branches as well. Please enjoy our carefully crafted bowls.

Business hours and holidays

[Business hours] 11:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
[Store closed] Tuesday [Parking] 20 spaces

Participating in LIVEAZUMA2024 10/19-20

"MENYA-NIBOSUKE", which won first place in the Akita Ramen General Election for two consecutive years, will make its first appearance at LIVE AZUMA with limited-edition noodles! Some people may think that niboshi (dried sardines) have a strong flavor, but "Nibosuke" uses white-mouthed sardines from Ibuki, flathead sardines from Chiba, horse mackerel sardines from Sakai Port, and Rausu kelp, and while it is light, the flavor of the sardines is concentrated. It is an elegant soy sauce ramen that tastes just like a bowl of ramen from a traditional Japanese restaurant.

In addition, "Homemade Wonton with Hinai Jidori Chicken" will also be available exclusively at LIVE AZUMA. This luxurious dish is made by hand, from the skin onwards, with a focus on smoothness. This ramen, which allows you to enjoy the combination of the deliciousness of dried sardines and wonton, can only be tasted at the event. Please come and try it for yourself!