It's been quite a while since my second visit to this place, maybe over 15 years? My memory is vague, but I recently passed by and felt nostalgic, so I decided to confirm it again. Surprisingly, they have automatic doors at the entrance, which left a good impression on me. The interior could use a bit more cleaning though. I was the only customer there. I ordered the Char siu ramen for 800 yen. It was the type of ramen I remembered, with a light soup and a strong pepper flavor. It's not so much about the tonkotsu broth, but more about having a good flavor. It's the kind of ramen you can find anywhere, but it's still delicious. Sometimes I crave this type of ramen. The default pepper and sesame were necessary for this ramen. The Char siu was thin but well-seasoned, and the uneven slices added to the atmosphere. It's a place where you can enjoy ramen alone. The owner's muttering in the background added to the experience. It was a ramen that could be enjoyed with this kind of atmosphere. A little more friendliness from the staff would be nice for the place. Next time, I might try the negi ramen, as I liked how the green onions were cut. Thank you for the meal.

After leaving "Kun-chan Ramen Shop" and finishing my draft in the car, I headed to another restaurant that I found on the map. Although I had heard of the name of the restaurant before, I didn't remember its location. When I arrived, I noticed that there were quite a few cars parked outside. I found a spot to park, but it was a bit tight, so I wanted to reverse into it. However, a car was approaching from behind, so I had to pass and make a U-turn to come back. By the time I was ready to park, the man who seemed to be the owner came out of the shop and made an "X" gesture with his arms. It seemed like they were already closed. I wondered if they had run out of noodles or soup. Feeling a bit disappointed, I decided to move on. Next, I decided to visit "Ramen Okamoto-chan," which I had seen before but never had the chance to try. The restaurant was located near the "Shimo-ita" intersection on Prefectural Route 22, so it was easy to find. The exterior of the restaurant was painted in a bright yellow color, but there were no signs or words indicating that it was a ramen shop. I had assumed that it was closed because the colors had faded over time. However, on one of my recent drives, I noticed that the curtain was hanging, indicating that it was open. I was surprised and curious to try it out. Today, when I arrived, I saw that the curtain was up, so I parked my car in the restaurant's parking lot and went inside. The interior had a long counter in front, followed by the kitchen. There were three table seats on the right and a raised seating area on the left. The restaurant was run by a couple who appeared to be in their 50s. The menu was displayed on the wall above the counter in a cute handwritten style. I ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen for 580 yen and added a rice ball to my order. The ramen arrived in about 3 minutes. The bowl was a bit small, and it contained chashu, bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. The soup was a bit thin and milky white, with a layer of yellowish sesame oil on top. The flavor of the tonkotsu was subtle, and the base was not too strong. The sesame oil added some aroma, but it was not overpowering. The soup had a strong peppery taste that set the overall tone. The noodles were thin and straight, with a smooth and slippery texture. They had a nice chew and paired well with the soup, although the flavors didn't completely meld together. The chashu was fatty pork belly with a tender and melty texture, complemented by the sauce. The rice ball was simple but satisfying for its price. After finishing my meal and leaving the restaurant, I took another look at the exterior and realized that the initial impressions matched the taste of the ramen inside. I didn't dislike it, and it was a decent bowl of tonkotsu ramen.

- Menu: Large Chashu Ramen - Soup: Tonkotsu - Noodles: Straight, normal - Toppings: None - Price: 920 yen - Highlights: Chashu - Overall impression: The piping hot soup has a layer of oil on the surface and is divided into two layers with a rich pork bone flavor at the bottom. It also has a slight hint of pepper. The pork belly chashu is crispy on the outside from being well-seared. The noodles have a firm texture, slightly on the harder side. Ordering the ramen as part of a set menu enhances its overall quality compared to ordering it individually.

On a holiday evening, I drove to Tagawa City and found a restaurant with a red sign and a yellow building called "Ramen Okamoto-chan". The parking lot had space for 7 cars, and inside, there were 9 counter seats, 2 tables for 4 people each, and a small raised seating area with 1 table on the left. The exterior and interior were dimly lit and had a slightly worn-out feel. The menu was only displayed on the counter, making it a bit hard to read from the seats. The female owner was handling everything alone. The menu included various ramen options like tonkotsu ramen, miso ramen, and spicy ramen, as well as side dishes like gyoza and onigiri. I ordered the "Green Onion Ramen" and an onigiri. The food was served in about 15 minutes, and the ramen was flavorful with a strong pepper aroma and spiciness. The noodles were thick and chewy, and the toppings included sliced green onions, bean sprouts, and thinly sliced pork. Adding garlic from the table enhanced the flavor. The onigiri was warm and well-made. The total cost was 750 yen, which I found slightly expensive for ramen, but the onigiri being included in the set price was a nice touch. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

On this day, I happened to visit this shop in Ita, Tagawa City, called "Ramen Okamoto-chan". I sat at the available counter seat and carefully examined the menu. After about 69 seconds of contemplation, I ordered the "Ramen Onigiri Set". The price was 630 yen. I was shocked by how delicious the "Majime Tonkotsu" ramen was. If I hadn't discovered this shop, I might have never known about such delicious "Majime Tonkotsu" ramen and lived a dull life. I am satisfied. For more details, please visit the link provided.