Enjoy the exquisite Kitakata ramen! Introducing popular ramen restaurants in Fukushima Prefecture!

Kitakata ramen, which originated in Kitakata City, Fukushima Prefecture, is a Fukushima gourmet dish that remains extremely popular to this day. There are many famous restaurants in Kitakata where you can eat Kitakata ramen. If you're traveling to Fukushima, be sure to stop by and enjoy the authentic taste!

Genraiken, the birthplace of Kitakata ramen

Located within walking distance of Kitakata Station, Genraiken is a long-established restaurant that dates back to the Taisho era and is the birthplace of Kitakata ramen. While Kitakata ramen is often based on soy sauce with miso or pork bone added, Genraiken's ramen is characterized by its simple soy sauce flavor. The chewy, medium-thick curly noodles are homemade and can only be enjoyed here. The menu also includes Aizu specialty Mizu Soba, so why not try ordering that as well?

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Sakauchi Shokudo: Enjoy ramen in the morning

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Despite being a ramen shop, "Bannai Shokudo" opens at 7 AM and is arguably the most famous Kitakata ramen restaurant. Long lines often form during lunchtime and on weekends and holidays, so it's recommended to go outside of peak hours. In
addition to their ramen, their char siu ramen, piled high with pork slices, is a popular and generously portioned dish.

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"Makoto Shokudo" - Enjoy the mellow ramen!

Like Bannai Shokudo, Makoto Shokudo is open from the morning and is a historic diner that was the first to be introduced as Kitakata ramen.
While Bannai Shokudo is known for its rich flavor, Makoto Shokudo has a lighter taste and is suitable for those who prefer a refreshing flavor.
The ramen is reasonably priced at 650 yen, so why not try ordering their other specialty, the "sauce katsu plate," along with it?

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Enjoy ramen at a stylish restaurant "Kiichi"

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Kiichi, a ramen restaurant with a relatively short history, features a black-walled exterior that exudes a luxurious feel. In fact, many couples visit on dates
Among the many types of Kitakata ramen that are soy sauce-based, Kiichi's specialty is salt ramen made with mountain salt, which is enthusiastically supported by salt ramen fans
The beautiful, clear soup is refreshing and won't leave you feeling bloated, even if you drink it in the morning

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Bonus! Shopping at Aizu Kitakata Ramenkan Main Branch

After enjoying delicious Kitakata ramen, you'll probably want to buy some souvenirs to enjoy it at home. The "Aizu Kitakata Ramen Museum Main Store" boasts over 40 varieties of Kitakata ramen, making it difficult to choose just one!
The facility also features a mini ramen factory where you can tour the ramen production process if you make a reservation in advance. You can also sample different ramen at the food stalls, so be sure to try them all!

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Kitakata ramen is said to have originated in the early Showa period and is a Fukushima gourmet dish with a long history. There are many places where you can eat ramen in the morning, so why not try it for breakfast? Kitakata ramen is light and can be eaten in the morning without feeling heavy