[Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture] What is “Koriyama Black” that has been loved for many years in Koriyama City, one of the most competitive ramen areas in the country?

Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture has one of the highest numbers of ramen shops per capita in Japan.

I went to eat ``Koriyama Black'' , which has been loved for many years in this ramen hotspot

What is Koriyama Black? What kind of ramen?

When you think of ramen in Fukushima Prefecture, many people probably think of Kitakata Ramen or Shirakawa Ramen I am embarrassed to say that I only recently learned about ``Koriyama Black''

Like Kitakata and Shirakawa, this ramen is soy sauce-based, but its main feature is that it uses dark soy sauce and the soup is black.

What is the origin of Koriyama Black?

Masuya Shokudo , which has been open in front of Koriyama Station since the Meiji era, is said to be the originator, and as its reputation spread and other ramen shops followed suit, it became established in Koriyama and became a long-loved specialty. "Ganso Masuya Shokudo" has already closed. Currently, the ``Masuya main store'' and ``Masuya branch'' have been taken over and operated by a relative.

The name ``Koriyama Black'' is said to have spread because its black soup caught the eye and the media named it ``Koriyama Black'' when introducing it.

The oldest existing Koriyama Black store! “Masuhan” was founded in 1980.

This time, we visited Masuhan, which was founded in 1980 and is said to be the oldest Koriyama black restaurant in existence .

It is also easily accessible, about a ten minute walk from Koriyama Station. Close to Toyoko Inn Koriyama. I was able to arrive without getting lost using Google Maps.

The store's appearance creates an indescribable atmosphere. At this point, you can be sure that the restaurant will be delicious!

As the signboard says, the specialty is Koriyama Black.

The official name is "Koikuchi Ramen"

As explained above, ``Koriyama Black'' is a name popularized by the media, and in restaurants it is listed on the menu under the name ``Koikuchi Ramen.'' There is also a mention of black ramen, but I guess that is the traditional name. perhaps.

Of course, if you turn the page, there are other menu items as well. I didn't really look at it because I was looking for "Koriyama Black", but...

Contrary to its rich appearance, the light and mellow taste is addictive!

The dark ramen you're looking for - 650 yen. This is an affordable price rarely seen in recent years.

It definitely looks black! Just by looking at it, it looks like it would be thick and salty...but that was not the case at all! A delicious soup that is light yet mellow and not at all salty! It has a slight sweetness that you will never get tired of. I finished it in no time.

It's a flavor that I absolutely love. I know that different people have different tastes when it comes to ramen, but if you have the chance, this is the flavor you should try at least once. It's a bit difficult to visit as it's only open during lunch, but it's highly recommended!

INFORMATION

• Name: Masuhan
• Address: 1-14-3 Honmachi, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone: 024-922-6279 (reservations not possible)
• Business hours: [Mon-Sat] 11:00-15:00 [Sun/Holiday] 11:00-14:00 Open on Sundays
• Closed: Obon period, New Year holidays
• gourmet site
  • eating log
  • hot pepper gourmet

GOOGLE MAP

Koriyama Black also has a wide selection of souvenirs.

On the way home, I looked for souvenirs at Koriyama Station.

There were also various souvenir versions of Koriyama Black. Among them, I bought a two-meal set of dried noodles from Chuka Soba Masuya Honten, which I was unable to visit this time.

I immediately tried making it at home.

Only noodles and soup are included. All the ingredients are prepared by ourselves. I used Masuhan's toppings as a reference, but since I didn't have Naruto, I added boiled egg and spinach instead.

It's quite good.

It may not be as good as actually eating it at a restaurant, but it was delicious too! I think the light and mellow taste, which is contrary to the dark color, is well reproduced.

I was so absorbed in taking pictures that the noodles got a little long, but they were delicious! If you have a chance, please try Koriyama Black!