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Perfect for a summer trip! Try all of Yamagata's "cold noodles"!

Even in the cool Tohoku region, summer is still hot. When you're traveling around, you'll probably crave something cold.
Yamagata Prefecture is known for having many restaurants that serve cold noodle dishes such as mugikiri, cold meat soba, and cold ramen. Be sure to check out some of the popular restaurants.

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"Mugikiri" is a local noodle dish that has been loved for generations in the Oyama area on the outskirts of Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture.
Made by kneading wheat and cutting it into thin strips with a knife, the noodles have a simple yet appealing flavor.

There are several restaurants in Tsuruoka City that serve mugikiri, but each one seems to have its own unique features, such as being particular about the wheat they use or being confident in their soup

Popular barbecue shop "Nezameya Hanbeiko"

Nezameya Hanbeiko has a proud history of 140 years since its founding. Its mellow soup, based on locally produced soy sauce, is known for being "so delicious that it will wake even the sleepiest of sleepers."

The amber-colored noodles are made from a unique blend of wheat, and you can enjoy the exquisite firmness and flavor

Nezaya Hanbeiko <Information>

  • Name: Nezaya Hanbeiko
  • Address: 74 Biwagawahara, Umamachi, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture, 997-1125
  • Phone number: 0235-33-2257
  • Official URL:Nezaya Hanbeiko

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Cold meat soba

"Hiyattai Niku Soba" is a chilled noodle dish with a long history that began in the Taisho era. During the Taisho era, horse meat was used, but now most restaurants use chicken instead

It's served cold and easy to eat even in summer, and it'll definitely give you a boost of energy.
There are about 15 shops in Kahoku Town, so you can try visiting one that interests you.

Issuntei Main Branch: A popular restaurant serving cold meat soba

Ichisutei Main Store is a well-known restaurant famous for its cold meat soba. Their signature meat soba can be ordered for 680 yen. The rich chicken broth pairs perfectly with the thick soba noodles. The
slightly oily broth is fragrant, and the soy sauce base and the umami of the chicken are in perfect harmony.

Issuntei＜Information＞

  • Name: Issuntei main store
  • Address: 2-11-2 Yachijooka, Kahoku-machi, Nishimurayama-gun, Yamagata Prefecture, 999-3513
  • Phone number: 0237-72-3733
  • Official URL:https://www.yachisoba.com/

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Chilled ramen

In 1952, Sakaeya ​​Honten, a restaurant in Yamagata City, began serving chilled ramen in response to customer requests

Even after more than 60 years, they continue to make it. The soup, which is carefully crafted to retain its flavor even when cold, is exquisite.
With plenty of toppings such as vegetables and meat, one bowl is enough to get plenty of nutrients.

Sakaeya, a famous cold ramen restaurant

When it comes to famous restaurants serving chilled ramen, Sakaeya ​​is the place to go. If you're looking for chilled ramen, be sure to stop by

The Hoten branch in Honmachi, Yamagata City, offers over 10 kinds of chilled dishes. The classic chilled ramen can be ordered for 750 yen.
There is a branch in front of Kitayamagata Station, where the "chilled wonton ramen" is popular. The smooth wontons should be easy to eat even in the summer when you don't have much of an appetite. This one costs 850 yen.

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Sakaeya ​​Main Store <Information>

  • Name: Sakaeya ​​main store
  • Address: 2-3-21 Honmachi, Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, 990-0043
  • Phone number: 023-623-0766
  • Official URL:https://sakaeyahonten.com/

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summary

When it's hot, you tend to lose your appetite, but cold noodles are easy to eat and can easily replenish your energy. There are a variety of restaurants, from well-established, well-known establishments to recently opened ones, so why not choose one that suits your mood?

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