[Shinjuku West Exit] Quick and satisfying! Two recommended Japanese standing soba noodle shops to enjoy at "Odakyu Ace"!

A quick bite to eat during a busy day, with the comforting aroma of broth. Standing soba noodles are a quintessential example of Japanese fast food. Odakyu Ace, directly connected to Shinjuku Station, boasts two renowned establishments, each with its own distinct charm.

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Shinjuku Flags, Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC, Odakyu Ace(Odakyu SC Development Co., Ltd.)

Shinjuku Flags is a 10-story (one basement floor) mixed-use commercial complex located right outside the southeast exit of Shinjuku Station. It focuses on fashion, sports, and music, and houses stores such as GAP, Uniqlo, Oshman's, and Tower Records. Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC is a mixed-use commercial complex located facing the west exit of Shinjuku Station, with three underground floors and eight above-ground floors. It comprises Odakyu Department Store, BIC CAMERA, restaurants, service facilities, and more, supporting people who enjoy their daily lives in their own way. Odakyu Ace is a commercial complex located underground at Shinjuku West Exit, divided into two buildings: the North Building and the South Building. It features a variety of restaurants and retail shops, allowing you to enjoy shopping and casual street food without getting wet in the rain.

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1. Experience a higher level of soba at "Hakone Soba Honjin".

First, let me introduce "Hakone Soba Honjin," the premium brand of "Hakone Soba," a familiar name along the Odakyu Line. Here you can enjoy a higher-quality taste with even more carefully selected ingredients than at regular stores.

One of the most popular dishes is the "Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura Soba," which features plump, juicy shrimp generously placed inside a crispy vegetable tempura fritter that is carefully fried in-house. The soba noodles are made with coarsely ground flour that includes the outer husk, which brings out the rich aroma of the soba itself.

Another great feature is that it also houses "Odamusubi," a specialty shop for handmade rice balls. Their proud rice balls are made with carefully selected ingredients, using "Hitomebore" rice from Miyagi Prefecture and high-quality nori seaweed produced in Harima Nada -nada, overlooking Awaji Island in the Setouchi Inland Sea, allowing you to enjoy the taste of homemade rice balls.
*Odamusubi is also available for takeout.

2. Fast, cheap, and delicious! The origin of stand-up noodle shops: "Shinwa Soba"

Next up is "Shinwa Soba," which exudes the quintessential Japanese standing-room-only soba style! The surprisingly fast service from handing in your ticket to receiving your order is a great advantage for busy business people and travelers.

The signature dish, "Tempura Soba," features a perfectly matched broth and soba noodles with a nostalgic flavor. Recently, the "Red Ginger Tempura Soba," with its spicy kick, has also become popular. The broth, with its strong bonito flavor, coats the soba noodles well, creating an addictive taste that you'll crave after just one bite.

Eating standing up, slurping down your food quickly, and leaving the shop – this scene is a quintessential part of everyday life in Japan. From busy business people to long-time fans, this shop is supported by a wide range of customers and can be considered "the face of Shinjuku West Exit."

Enjoy delicious soba noodles at the conveniently located " Odakyu Ace South Building".

The two restaurants I've introduced today are both renowned establishments located in the basement of Shinjuku Station, yet they continue to pursue their own unique standards.
Its convenient location, allowing you to drop by on a whim without getting wet even on rainy days, is also a major draw. When you use Shinjuku Station, be sure to be drawn in by the aroma of dashi broth wafting through the underground shopping area.

Store Information

■ Hakone Soba Odakyu Ace South Building Store Hours: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last order 9:45 PM)
*Odamusubi will be available from 7:00 to 21:00 (until sold out).
Location: Odakyu Ace South Building

■Shinwa Soba Business Hours: 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM (until 10:00 PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)
Location: Odakyu Ace South Building *Opening hours may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

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Shinjuku Flags, Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC, Odakyu Ace(Odakyu SC Development Co., Ltd.)

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