Hello, this is Ramen Walking! Today, I visited Menya Tsumugu in Unobe and had their "Aged Ramen with Menma Donburi." This shop is only open for lunch and closed on weekends, so it took some planning to visit. However, I noticed that they are open on holidays! Checking the calendar, I saw that November 3rd was a Thursday and not a holiday. So, I decided to rename Culture Day as Ramen Culture Day and visited the shop. I checked recommendations on the blog beforehand. The soup was a blend of fish and chicken white broth, aged to perfection. But wait, many people were recommending the Menma Donburi? I decided to try it since I don't get the chance often. I confidently ordered the "Aged Ramen and Menma Donburi" and watched the cooking process. I saw the owner searing the chashu with a burner, making me wonder how it would taste. The dishes arrived, starting with the soup. The soy chicken white broth was easy to drink with a subtle fish flavor. The noodles were thick wheat noodles that slid down smoothly. And the seared chashu was fragrant and deliciously tender. But the highlight was the Menma Donburi. Beneath the menma was hidden chashu, seared to perfection. The combination was amazing, and I couldn't stop eating. Before I knew it, I had finished everything. I realized that side dishes are not to be underestimated. It was a day where I vowed to do proper research before visiting in the future. Thank you, Menya Tsumugu, for the delicious meal! Today's steps: 23,581 steps. Calories burned: 874 kcal.

Arrived at the restaurant at 2:28 PM on a regular day. Five customers left at 2:42 PM. Had the delicious Tansei Ramen for 700 yen. There was no line, so I went straight to the coin parking. Even though the Tsukemen was sold out today, it's okay. I'll aim for another gap and come back next time. Thank you for the meal.

"Whole body pole phantom! Noodle and spun (Unobe) aged dipping noodles ~Reiwa ver.~ + Ajitama + Menma bowl #Dipping noodles available for the first time in about 7 years #Availability and type (aged or light) will be announced the day before, with on-the-day POP display ⇒ Today, there are 18 servings of aged dipping noodles!! #8:55 Pole shutter (about 20 people behind) 10:55 open #Number 1 ramen shop in Osaka prefecture (non-Jiro style) [Personal opinion] #Visited for the first time in 4 years and 9 months #2nd customer arrived at 8:57, that was close! lol"

I was recently looking at X and was surprised to see that Spin has resumed serving tsukemen! And what's more, Spin is now on Twitter as well. Spin will announce by 9:00 the day before whether they will be serving tsukemen or not. On this particular day, they had 18 servings of aged tsukemen available. I arrived at 9:00 in the morning, thinking I might be first, but there were already four people ahead of me. By the time they opened, there were 20 people in line. The tsukemen (large serving) costs 1400 yen, and you can add a boiled egg for 100 yen. The price has gone up significantly from the previous 750 yen, but how does it taste? The noodles are firm and have a good elasticity, with a nice flavor. The rich seafood and animal-based umami flavors blend together, creating a unique deliciousness. It was consistently full of customers and seems to be quite popular.

Today, I finally went to a ramen shop that I've been wanting to visit for a long time. When I arrived at the shop around 12 o'clock for lunch, I was the 8th in line. After that, more and more people lined up. The hostess? (wife?) kept explaining the rules of the shop every 5-10 minutes or whenever someone joined the line. "Thank you for visiting. However, you may have to wait for 30 minutes or even longer. It may feel long for some people... Please don't push yourself too hard in this heat. Please make your own decision to leave early if needed." "Please wait until everyone is present before lining up to avoid any trouble." I felt like crying. "Isn't that obvious? Why do they have to say that?" There must have been some incidents in the past. There were still people like that even after I joined the line. When my turn came, I entered the shop and got my bowl in about 10 minutes. It was delicious! It had been over 10 years since I finished all the soup in a bowl. It was worth the wait. It became the best bowl of ramen for me!

This is Menya Tsumugu. I had a day off today, arrived 20 minutes before opening at 10:40, and there were already 12-13 people lined up. I couldn't get in on the first round, but I was given some tips by the owner while waiting outside. After about 40 minutes, I finally got inside. This time, I tried their limited edition dish, Tansei Tsukemen, for the first time in a few years. It came with 200g of homemade whole wheat flat noodles. The soup was a light chicken broth with seafood, slightly sweet soy sauce flavor. The noodles were great, and they paired well with the light soup. The green onions and bamboo shoots were crunchy, and the chicken pieces in the soup added a nice touch. The seaweed added a good flavor, and the chicken chashu was tender. The rare chashu had a nice chewy texture and was delicious. I also tried the Menma Don, which had grilled thinly sliced chashu, green onions, seaweed, and bamboo shoots with well-seasoned rice. Since there was no soup to dip, I enjoyed it as it was. It was a delicious meal at Tsumugu, my first time trying it.

Visit date: September 2023 "Menyaspin" " Aged tsukemen extra-large with seasoned egg" Finally found another hidden gem tsukemen that I haven't tried yet, so I have to go, right? 😊 Just looking at the bowl makes my mouth water. The whole wheat noodles are exceptionally delicious. The rich broth with a velvety texture envelops the noodles, making all the tiredness of the week disappear. The chashu was also incredibly tasty. Location: 2-1-24 Unobe, Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture 8 minutes walk from Unobe Station on the Osaka Monorail, 21 minutes walk from Ibaraki Station on JR, 16 minutes walk from Minami Ibaraki Station on Hankyu/Osaka Monorail Business hours: [Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri] 11:00-15:00 Closed on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays ※Occasional Saturday openings Order: Aged tsukemen extra-large - 1400 yen Seasoned egg - 100 yen Total: 1500 yen #Ramen #Chinese noodles #Kansai ramen #Kansai gourmet #Kansai lunch #Osaka ramen #Osaka gourmet #Osaka lunch #Ibaraki ramen #Ibaraki gourmet #Ibaraki lunch #Ibaraki #Noodle enthusiast #Ramen lover #Ramen enthusiast #Menyaspin #Unobe #Ibaraki City gourmet #Ibaraki City ramen #Ibaraki City lunch #Osaka Ramen Club #Aged ramen #Aged tsukemen #Aged tsukemen

It had been about 3 years since my last visit to the second floor of this restaurant. I had planned to try the light broth this time, but every time I passed by the restaurant, I was discouraged by the long line and ended up giving up for 3 years. Suddenly, I felt like going, so I finished my work in the morning and decided to go for it. I arrived at 12:40 PM and there were 23 people waiting ahead of me... I waited for 70 minutes playing a mobile game, and finally made it inside the restaurant. I was going to order the light broth ramen, but I couldn't resist the temptation of the limited edition, so I ordered the light broth dipping noodles "Reiwa version". The shiny whole wheat noodles were beautiful, and I tried the noodles without the dipping sauce first. Yes, it was delicious on its own. There was one piece of pork chashu and two pieces of chicken chashu, and there were plenty of chashu in the dipping sauce as well. The chicken chashu was particularly excellent, with a hint of herbs and a crispy texture that was irresistible. The soup was also made with care, with plenty of rich chicken flavor. Even though mixing the soup was not allowed, I ended up drinking it all. In the end, it took me almost 2 hours from lining up to leaving the restaurant, but if I have the time again, I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal!

Arrived around 1:20 PM on a regular day and there was a line of about twenty people. The wait time was about an hour, but the ramen was truly delicious and vibrant. The chashu was beautiful and appetizing. It may be difficult to visit due to their operating hours, but it is definitely worth it.

X now informs customers in advance whether they have tsukemen or not. I arrived before 10 am and there were already 15 people waiting in line... I wonder if everyone is here for the aged tsukemen... I hope I can get to eat it... I pray for it as I wait. Today, the temperature is lower than usual, so waiting is not too bad, it's actually helpful... I managed to eat the tsukemen! Just a couple more groups behind me and it would have been sold out... Everyone in front of me also ordered the tsukemen... It was too risky... Without realizing it, there were about 30 people behind me... When the owner signaled that the tsukemen was sold out, some people suddenly left. Were there really that many people here for the tsukemen... I underestimated the situation... Even though it's a weekday... I don't know how many hours in advance you need to line up! Two hours before? (Just a guess) The store opened at 11 am and we waited for about an hour to enter the shop... We had already placed our order outside, so we just waited inside. After about 15 minutes, the tsukemen arrived. Is this... the aged tsukemen... Looks delicious... I took a bite... The rich flavor of chicken and seafood is incredibly intense... It has a smooth taste with a sourness that ties everything together... This is unbelievably delicious... I was blown away by how good it was... The noodles also had whole wheat mixed in, giving it a firm texture and a rich wheat flavor that pairs perfectly with the dipping sauce... The pork belly chashu, marinated in the dipping sauce, is juicy and complements the sauce perfectly... The low-temperature cooked pork shoulder has a moist texture that is irresistible... The chicken chashu has a pre-seasoned flavor, the seasoned egg is like a side dish on its own, and everything is just flawless... I'm so glad I woke up early to come here... Even though it was a close call... It was an amazing noodle experience. Bon appétit!

The "Let's Keep Going Until We Can Eat Tsukemen" Club - Day 2 and a Big Victory! I arrived at 10:30 AM and there were 4 customers ahead of me. As I approached the restaurant, I couldn't believe it - I won! The third part is complete! So, the activities of the "Let's Keep Going Until We Can Eat Tsukemen" Club have come to an end! Now it's time to enjoy the rumored delicious tsukemen. The restaurant had a different atmosphere with music playing, and at 10:53 AM, the doors opened. I ordered the Asari Tsukemen and a Kimchi Don. This completes my conquest of the regular menu! The tsukemen arrived after about 15 minutes, and I couldn't wait to try it. The appearance was appetizing, and the first slurp was unbelievably delicious. The broth, made from chicken carcass, seafood, and aromatic vegetables, had a stronger flavor punch than the Asari Ramen. The acidity, which I personally find the most umami in, was even more pronounced. The noodles, made with whole wheat flour, were thick and chewy, with a refreshing aroma. They complemented the broth well, making it easy to eat. The chashu pork was tender and flavorful, and the marinated chashu under the broth was a knockout of umami. I felt like a umami punch drunkard, it was so satisfying! The chicken chashu was moist and chewy, and the pork shoulder chashu was juicy and had a good bite. The Kimchi Don, with sliced chashu on top, had a perfect balance of tangy kimchi and spicy chashu, creating a heavenly combination. The whole experience was pure bliss, and I couldn't help but finish every last drop of the broth. It was a moment of pure happiness. The price may be higher, but the incredibly delicious tsukemen is definitely worth it. Grazie mille!

Last Saturday at X, I saw information about a limited-time offer of tsukemen at Menya Tsumugu. I was so distracted by it that I didn't notice. What a mistake! I won't give up... I won't give up! So, starting today, I will do my best to visit Menya Tsumugu until I can eat the tsukemen. Today's record: no tsukemen. As usual, the aged soup has a tangy flavor that is incredibly delicious. The Menma Don, with its crunchy Menma and the savory aroma of the seared sliced chashu, paired with the tangy sauce, is amazing! I'm so excited by the delicious food that I'm determined to go back tomorrow. But I don't know... I'm scared because I don't know how often they offer it as a limited-time item. Will I be able to get the tsukemen in the end?

Matured ramen (rich flavor) extra large portion for 900 yen. Visited around 2 pm with no wait. On this day, they were not serving tsukemen, as indicated by a notice posted outside the shop. The ramen comes with two types of chashu, both very delicious. I was advised to mix the noodles before eating, but when I tried them as they were, they were quite salty. Mixing them is recommended.

"Noodle and Tsumugi" - "Light Asari Tsukemen Reiwa version, extra-large serving with seasoned egg" The long-sealed legendary tsukemen, known as a phantom, unexpectedly encountered. The soup is rich in flavor with chewy flat noodles. It's so delicious that the feeling of happiness is overwhelming. The chashu toppings are all tasty, but the chicken chashu is outstanding. I will be immersed in the aftertaste for a while. - Location: 2-1-24 Unobe, Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture. 8 minutes walk from Osaka Monorail Unobe Station, 21 minutes walk from JR Ibaraki Station, 16 minutes walk from Hankyu/Osaka Monorail Minami-Ibaraki Station. 528m from Unobe Station. - Hours: [Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri] 11:00-15:00 - Closed: Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays (occasionally open on Saturdays) Order: Light Asari Tsukemen, extra-large serving for 1400 yen, seasoned egg for 100 yen. Total: 1500 yen. #Ramen #ChineseNoodles #KansaiRamen #KansaiGourmet #KansaiLunch #OsakaRamen #OsakaGourmet #OsakaLunch #IbarakiRamen #IbarakiGourmet #IbarakiLunch #Ibaraki #NoodleLover #RamenLover #RamenEnthusiast #NoodleandTsumugi #Unobe #IbarakiCityGourmet #IbarakiCityRamen #IbarakiCityLunch #OsakaRamenClub #AsariRamen #MaturedRamen #LightAsariTsukemen"

Large serving of Tansei Ramen (200g) for 900 yen (normally 130g), additional chashu for 300 yen, flavored egg for 100 yen, and a small bowl of rice for 100 yen. 10:45 Arrived at the restaurant before opening, 13th in line. 11:00 Second round of opening, 6th in line. 11:15 Placed order. 11:37 Entered the restaurant and seated. 11:54 Ramen served with homemade noodles, no artificial seasoning, and thin noodles. This restaurant is only open for lunch on weekdays, making it a challenge for a working man like myself. However, they have recently started announcing special Saturday openings, which I appreciate. This was my second visit, and unlike last time when I didn't add any toppings, this time I added extra chashu and was very satisfied.

The aged ramen had a very rich soup with a hint of chicken broth aroma as soon as it touched my lips, which was delightful. I couldn't help but finish it all in one go. The noodles and soup complemented each other perfectly, and before I knew it, I had cleaned my bowl. The Menma rice bowl was also delicious, with finely chopped char siu on top of the menma. It was a perfect combination. This ramen shop is definitely one of the best I've been to!

I received 1,200 yen. I added extra chashu for 300 yen, and when it arrived, I couldn't help but smile. First, I tried the soup! It was a seafood soup, and the flavor was rich and delicious! Next, the chashu! There were three types, and they were all tender and tasty! But, but, but...the noodles...up to this point were...the noodles were described as "chewy," but they were actually soft and felt more like simmered noodles...the noodles were a big disappointment. There was a big fan at the waiting area, and the seats were spacious! The restaurant was clean and everything was perfect except for the noodles...I waited a bit today, but next time I won't wait in line...

On the last night of the evening business, I revisited the restaurant with my junior colleague. We arrived after 6 pm and found the place full, but there was no waiting line so we sat on the chairs outside and waited for a while. It was cloudy today, so we didn't have to deal with the setting sun and the wait was relatively comfortable. The owner brought us the menu and we discussed whether we should order a second round since there were only a few customers besides us. When the owner came to take our order, we asked if we could order a second round, and it was allowed! We also ordered a Chashu rice bowl on top of that. After about 3 minutes, we were seated. My junior colleague, who was deeply impressed by the ramen here before, was looking forward to revisiting the restaurant. I watched him with a calm expression, like Wang Qi from the live-action Kingdom, as we enjoyed this peaceful time together. In about 10 minutes, the Tansei ramen arrived! Just like the last time I had it, the light but satisfying soup was exquisite, not lacking in any way compared to the Aged ramen. My junior colleague, having the Tansei ramen for the first time, was also impressed and finished every drop of the soup. Then, in about 5 minutes, the Aged ramen arrived! The Chashu rice bowl was also (whisper) unbelievably delicious... The Chashu had a firm texture and a rich sweetness from the searing, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness, complemented by the tangy sauce that matched perfectly with the rice! It was so delicious! The Aged ramen was finished, the soup was completely consumed, and the Chashu rice bowl was also eaten clean to the last grain of rice! Thank you for the meal! On our way back, we saw a line forming in front of the restaurant... It was a close call. After a satisfying dinner with my junior colleague, we headed home, reflecting on the high level of satisfaction. I also noticed from my review that the number of Chashu slices in ramen can vary...

Diluted Ramen 6th bowl (Seafood + Chicken Broth 700 yen) ★★★★★ The soup is a chicken broth-based seafood soy sauce flavor with no added chemicals. The noodles are medium-thin straight noodles. The toppings include pork belly chashu, white negi (Japanese leeks), menma (seasoned bamboo shoots), naruto (fish cake), and seaweed. The clear broth soup made from chicken broth and seafood is enhanced with a blend of chicken oil and white sesame oil, resulting in a light yet flavorful broth with a rich depth. The noodles are homemade, made with wheat germ and egg white, offering a supple chewiness and a glossy surface with a rich wheat flavor. The large piece of seared chashu pork is well-seasoned and incredibly delicious. Enjoy the change in flavor with the provided pepper and shichimi (Japanese seven spice). (Recommended for soup and noodles) Date: August 21, 2023 Restaurant: Menya Tsumugu [Main Menu] Aged Ramen: 700 yen Diluted Ramen: 700 yen Extra Large Portion: +200 yen Extra Chashu: +300 yen Flavored Egg: +100 yen Restaurant: Menya Tsumugu Source: http://toyotune.blog107.fc2.com/blog-entry-1765.html

Long-awaited revisit, finally made it this week for the second time, after cycling for a long time only to find out it was closed... But on the third attempt, finally... finally revisited... overwhelming joy. Starting this month, they have changed to evening hours from 5 pm to 9 pm, making it easier to visit, which is a great change. The format is expected to continue for a while, so it's a great opportunity for those who can visit in the evening! Also, they have started using Twitter again, so it's easier to confirm if they are open or not. The address is https://twitter.com/tsumugu_0817. I arrived around 5:20 pm, and there were already about 4 people waiting... as expected, it's a popular place. The location of the restaurant is directly hit by the setting sun, so it's extremely hot this season. There is a sunshade for some shade, but the sunlight still comes in through the gaps, so it's not very effective. Be careful of heatstroke when you go! The staff also warns about this. I ordered the light and aged ramen that I had decided on before. After ordering, the staff informed me that they would decide the order of serving, to which I cheerfully agreed. About 15 minutes later, I was seated in the back. Finally, the ramen arrived! First, I tried the light ramen... it was delicious. The soup made from chicken and seafood was light yet incredibly flavorful... the soy sauce acidity was just right... the perfect balance of flavors. This one bite made all the efforts worth it! From here on, it was just a time to be happy! The noodles were clean and thin, with a unique texture that was between chewy and firm, making it hard to describe but incredibly delicious. The chashu was juicy and packed with flavor, despite being pork, it was incredibly flavorful. I quickly finished the soup. And then the aged ramen! Incredibly delicious aged ramen! I had been looking forward to this moment... I couldn't contain my excitement and quickly drank the soup... heavenly. The combination of chicken and seafood umami with soy sauce saltiness and acidity in perfect balance, creating a rich and savory soup. The noodles were medium-thick, with a chewy texture that slid down the throat smoothly. It was a miraculous noodle. I couldn't resist and drank the soup to the last drop... it was amazing... The total cost was 1400 yen. What!?! All that amazing ramen for 1400 yen!? Is that even possible!? It was incredible! On my way out, there was already a line forming in front of the restaurant... be careful of heatstroke!

"I visited 'Menya Tsumugu' in Ibaraki and tried their 'Aged Ramen' (3 servings) for 700 yen. The broth is a combination of chicken and animal-based stock with added seafood broth, creating a slightly thick soy sauce soup with a mellow soy sauce base that enhances the condensed umami of the chicken broth, balanced well with the seafood flavor. The noodles are homemade, slightly wavy, medium-thick straight noodles that have a good texture and a rich wheat flavor with a chewy elasticity. The chashu pork is tender with a delicious seasoning, allowing the meat's umami to shine through. You can also adjust the flavor using the pepper and shichimi on the table."