Thoroughly delicious! Tokoname Ramen Special

In search of the ultimate cup of coffee that you will never forget once you have tried it.

You'll be surprised to find that there's ramen like this in Tokoname! Go on an adventure to find the ultimate bowl of ramen that you can only taste in Tokoname! The perfect harmony of rich soup, special noodles, melt-in-your-mouth pork slices, and toppings. In this feature, we will thoroughly dissect Tokoname's ramen scene, from the taste of long-established shops to new and innovative ramen.

• Table of Contents
• Characteristics of Tokoname Ramen
• Store Introduction
• Boat Racing Ramen Uotoyo
• Meidai Chinese Noodles Tokoname Char Siu
• Chinese Noodles Inoue
• Chayatei
• Menbo Showa Presentation
• Homemade Noodle Shop Chita Road 2669
• Family Crest Ramen Chaya Kai
• Sankakuan Udon

Characteristics of Tokoname Ramen

Part 1: Beautiful Tokoname Black! Tamari soy sauce soup

Tamari is a seasoning made mainly in Aichi Prefecture and other parts of the Tokai region, and is said to be the origin of soy sauce. Morita, a brewery in Tokoname City, continues to create traditional flavors using brewing techniques that have been cultivated since the Edo period. In Tokoname, where brewing culture is deeply rooted, ramen made with Tamari Soy Sauce is a staple! The black, sparkling soup is beautiful to look at, and is affectionately nicknamed "Tokoname Black" by fans. Once you try it, you'll be sure to be captivated! If you visit Tokoname, you should definitely try this deep flavor.

Number 2: Melt in your mouth! Specially selected pork slices

Ramen topped with pork slices marinated in a secret sauce made with "Tamari Soy Sauce" is also a Tokoname staple. Each restaurant has its own unique recipe for the flavor of the pork slices, and the ramen creates a fantastic harmony! It also goes great with rice, so we recommend ordering extra rice. Some restaurants offer pork slices for takeout, so be sure to check!

In addition to the above, each shop offers a wide selection of ramen that reflects the owner's unique taste. You're sure to find an unforgettable bowl of ramen. Let your Tokoname ramen adventure begin!

Store Introduction

Boat Racing Ramen Uotoyo

"Keiboat Racing Ramen" loved by motorboat racing fans

Uotoyo's signature dish, Boat Race Ramen, is a unique bowl of ramen that seems to capture the excitement of a boat race! The ramen in the oval bowl represents a boat gliding on the water, and the pickled plum rice ball that comes with it represents the buoy the boat turns around. It tastes fantastic, and as you sip the beautiful black soup, the aroma of tamari soy sauce from the local brewery, Morita, fills your mouth with a deep flavor. The homemade pork slices on top are a proud product that are made with lots of love by the owner of the shop. With the desire to "make everyone happy," the pork slices grow big and thick before you know it, and are so soft they melt on your tongue. Please enjoy this bowl, also known as "Tokoname soul food"!

〇 Boat Race Ramen (with plum rice ball)…800 yen

Boat Racing Ramen Uotoyo

Right next to Nagoya Railroad Tokoname Station! The lively "Uotoyo" is a long-established restaurant that was once located inside the Tokoname Motorboat Racecourse. It is a popular restaurant frequented by motorboat race fans as well as ramen lovers. The live boat race broadcasts playing in the restaurant make you feel as if you are at the racecourse. You can experience the excitement of Tokoname through a bowl of ramen, making this a restaurant worthy of the nickname "Motorboat Race Ramen."

basic information

[Address] 6-37 Koie Honmachi, Tokoname City

[Business hours] 11:00-14:30/17:00-19:00

Holiday: Tuesday

Click here for details on this spot

Google Maps information here

Meidai Chinese Noodles Tokoname Char Siu

"Chuka Soba" with Tamari soy sauce and hot roasted pork

The menu is simple, with only "Chuka Soba," "Onigiri (plum)," and "Rice"! The soup, made with tamari soy sauce with a rich aroma and deep flavor, is also a magnificent "Tokoname Black"! Floating in the soup, which is appetizing at first glance, is the generous slice of char siu, which is also the origin of the restaurant's name. The moment you put it in your mouth, you will be surprised at how soft the char siu is, soaked in the homemade sauce, and it melts in your mouth. It is recommended to eat it by loosening it with chopsticks and mixing it with the noodles. It is also delicious to put it on rice and make a char siu bowl. Furthermore, the char siu is available for takeout, so please take it as a souvenir. You can enjoy this deliciousness at home. * Char siu is limited in quantity, and one piece per family is limited.

〇Chinese noodles...980 yen

Meidai Chinese Noodles Tokoname Char Siu

They open at 10am on weekdays, and 9:30am on weekends and holidays! The sight of customers from inside and outside the area lining up in front of the store before it even opens has become a familiar sight at this store. They close as soon as they run out of their special soup, so we recommend coming early. Come and enjoy their ramen, which will sell out quickly!

basic information

[Address] 1-83 Enokidocho, Tokoname City

[Business hours]

Weekdays 10:00-14:30/Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 9:30-15:00

*Ends when soup runs out

[Holidays] Closed twice a month

Inquiries: 0569-42-3355

Google Maps information here

Chinese Noodles Inoue

"Chuka Soba" where you can choose the thickness of the noodles

This ramen has a soup packed with the flavors of chicken and pork, and the aroma of mellow soy sauce will whet your appetite. You can choose your favorite noodles, whether they are smooth thin noodles or hearty medium-thick noodles. The thick slices of pork are soaked in homemade sauce and have a juicy taste, and go perfectly with the crispy chopped onions. It's a blissful bowl of ramen that you'll want to eat again and again.

〇Chinese noodles...700 yen

Chinese Noodles Inoue

The owner, who honed his skills in Chinatown, brought those skills back to his hometown of Tokoname and opened this restaurant. In addition to the ramen, the grilled shumai, fried rice, and other a la carte dishes are also excellent. The grilled shumai, overflowing with juicy meat juice, is especially popular and is said to be unforgettable once you've tried it! The autographs of motorboat racers adorning the walls are proof that this restaurant is loved by local racers. If you're lucky, you might even meet your favorite racer! Enjoy a conversation with the owner at the counter and savor the ramen.

basic information

[Address] 3-82 Haramatsucho, Tokoname City

[Business hours]

11:00-14:00/18:00-23:00

Holiday: Monday

Google Maps information here

Chayatei

"Meichu Soba (Chinese Soy Sauce)" is a dish that is said to bring good luck.

Meichu Soba (Chinese Soy Sauce) is made by a long-established shop on the Chita Peninsula and has a fragrant tamari soy sauce soup. As the name suggests, one sip might bring you good luck. Colorful toppings are beautifully arranged on top of the noodles, and there are also plenty of other ingredients to add later. This ramen is characterized by its design that resembles an auspicious target. The moment you use your chopsticks to crack the egg hidden in the roasted sesame seeds in the center, you will feel as if your arrow has hit the target. Please try this delicious dish that comes with good luck.

〇Meichu Soba (Chinese soy sauce)... 1,200 yen

Chayatei

The signature dish at "Meidai Chuka Soba Chayatei," Meichu Soba, is named after the auspicious meaning of "hit the target" or "hit the target." And above all, it embodies the owner's passionate wish that "good fortune will come to our customers." Whether you are facing a competition, a student preparing for an exam, or someone looking for a good match, try a bowl of Meichu Soba at Chayatei. Enjoying a bowl in the calm, modern Japanese atmosphere of the restaurant is a truly blissful experience. This ramen, made with love, will bring you good fortune and special moments.

basic information

[Address] 1-98-4 Shinkaicho, Tokoname City

[Business hours]

Weekdays and holidays (lunch) 11:00-14:00/Saturdays and Sundays (lunch) 10:30-14:00

Weekdays (evening) 18:00-20:30

Saturday/Holiday (night) 17:30-20:30/Sunday (night) 17:30-20:00

Holiday: Monday

Click here for details on this spot

Google Maps information here

Menbo Showa Presentation

"Ago Shoyu Ramen" made with the utmost care

The "Ago Shoyu Ramen" is made with luxuriously high-quality flying fish from Hirado, and is the ultimate in quality. The soup, which is rich with the refined flavor of seafood, is a perfect match for the homemade noodles! The special noodles, which are made with crushed flying fish, have a rich flavor that spreads the moment you put it in your mouth. In addition, the char siu, which is made with the shoulder loin and belly meat of Chita Peninsula brand "Koibiton" pork, and smoked breast meat of "Sakurajima Chicken" from Kagoshima Prefecture, each have their own unique flavor. Enjoy a truly exquisite bowl of ramen that brings out the natural flavor of the ingredients to the fullest.

〇 Flying fish soy sauce...990 yen

Menbo Showa Presentation

The taste of this talented restaurant, which was also selected as one of Tabelog's "Top 100 Ramen Restaurants in East Asia," is guaranteed! Another attractive member benefit is that you can enjoy limited menus by collecting tickets that you can get at the time of payment. Furthermore, by returning, you can become a premium member and enjoy the ultimate Showa-era taste. The store's appearance is also full of the owner's attention to detail. The interior of the store, which was handcrafted by himself, has a Showa-era retro atmosphere, welcoming visitors with a sense of nostalgia. The food stall that was in operation when the restaurant first opened about 20 years ago is also on display, allowing you to enjoy your meal while feeling the history. Enjoy the exquisite Showa-era ramen that you will never forget once you have tasted it, with attention to detail in every detail.

basic information

[Address] 136 Kariyayanagida, Tokoname City

[Business hours]

Thursday and Friday 11:00-14:00/Saturday and Sunday 10:30-14:00

Holidays: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Click here for details on this spot

Google Maps information here

Homemade Noodle Shop Chita Road 2669

"Raudo" is a hearty ramen for adults that bears the restaurant's name.

The ramen named after the shop, "Raudo", is a shocking bowl that you will never forget once you have tried it. It is not the thick and hard noodles of the so-called "Jiro" or "Jiro-inspired" ramen, but the "extra thick and chewy noodles" with a chewy texture and a new sensation, which are chewy and chewy, and are entangled with a lot of rich soup. The moment you take a bite, the aroma of wheat tickles your nose, and the rich flavor of rich seafood and pork bones spreads throughout your mouth. The melting rare char siu that seems to cover the entire bowl and the topping of fried chicken that is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside are a truly blissful combination. In addition, you can also customize the ramen to your liking with a wide variety of toppings and seasonings such as vegetables, garlic, and back fat. Please enjoy this "one and only outsider-style, hearty ramen"!

Large (medium)...1,100 yen

Homemade Noodle Shop Chita Road 2669

The restaurant, which only has counter seats, is filled with the excitement of a live music venue, creating a realistic sensation as if the stage and the audience seats had become one. The ramen, created with the owner's originality amid rock music that stimulates the five senses, is a dish bathed in the spotlight of the stage. Photography is not permitted inside the restaurant, so only those who visit can experience this atmosphere! Come to "Jishokumenya Chita Raudo 2669" and enjoy an adult hearty ramen experience!

For more information on the limited edition ramen and the store's detailed schedule, please check the official X (formerly Twitter) >> .

Attention customers visiting our store

Tip 1: At Chita Road 2669, a homemade noodle shop, we ask that you order one cup per person.

2. Please note that we do not allow customers under junior high school age to enter the store.

3. When lining up, please make sure all people who will be entering the store are there at the same time.

Tip 4: The store will close completely at closing time. Please be careful when queuing.

*Please note that we may close early to adjust queues.

basic information

[Address] 2-103 Sakaemachi, Tokoname City

[Business hours]

Monday to Saturday 11:00-14:00/17:30-20:30 *Only lunchtime on Sundays

[Holidays] Generally on Wednesdays *There may be irregular holidays due to preparation etc.

*For detailed schedule, please check the official X (formerly Twitter) >>

Official Instagram:

Google Maps information here

Family Crest Ramen Chaya Kai

"Egg Danmen" boasts a smooth texture

This is a special bowl of ramen that was created from the owner's wish to "make the ramen I want to eat!" The soft egg that clings to the medium-thin noodles brings happiness to your mouth. You can enjoy a change of flavor by dissolving the sesame seeds topping in the soup, so you won't get bored until the very end. What's more, the combinations with the wide variety of "add-on rice" such as basil butter rice and spicy curry rice are endless. Once you find your favorite "add-on rice," you'll want to come back for more ramen.

〇 Egg danmen...850 yen

basic information

[Address] 35-1 Nagama, Tokoname City

[Business hours] 18:00-25:30

Holidays: Sunday

Inquiries: 0569-34-6794

Google Maps information here

Sankakuan Udon

Full of fun! "Yukimi Ramen, hot or cold"

A unique bowl of ramen topped with vanilla ice cream! You'll be surprised by its appearance, but when you try it, you'll be surprised by the mellow soup with the aroma of golden horse mackerel stock and the smooth texture of the homemade noodles. The light accent of popped rice and the sweetness of the vanilla ice cream blend together to create a unique creaminess similar to carbonara. This playful "Yukimi Ramen" was invented by the second generation owner of Sankakuan to bring smiles to children's faces, and is a new type of ramen that adults will also be crazy about. You can choose to have it hot or cold depending on your preference.

〇Yukimi Ramen...700 yen

Sankakuan Udon

This is a long-established udon restaurant with a long history, founded in 1927 as "Asahiya." The distinctive triangular building, surrounded by roads on three sides, eventually came to be known as "Sankaku Udon." As time passed, the restaurant changed its name to "Sankakuan," and today the third generation owner continues to preserve the traditional flavor. The smooth, chewy udon noodles attract not only local regulars, but also people who come from far away. Be sure to try the flavorful ramen, with the aroma of horse mackerel and bonito broth, which highlights the skill of the udon craftsmen.

basic information

[Address] 1-5 Hojicho, Tokoname City

[Business hours] 11:00-20:00

Holidays: Thursdays and the third Wednesday of every month

Click here for details on this spot

Google Maps information here

*Prices are as of July 2024.

Back to list