Located on the first floor of a building across from Senken Zen Temple along Takatori-Meiji Street in Sawara Ward, Fukuoka City, is "Udon Kichi," a popular udon restaurant. Established in 1977, it is the oldest udon shop in the area. The owner, Shoichi Ogata, and the always cheerful proprietress, Mitsuyo, run the shop together. They are known for their freshly made, cut, and boiled homemade noodles that are delightfully chewy. While the classic "Gobo Tempura Udon" and "Maru Tempura Udon" are popular choices, the spicy "Curry Udon" has also received rave reviews. The owner is often seen diligently preparing ingredients early in the morning, a sight that commands respect. The restaurant used to offer delivery service, but now only serves customers in the shop. On this visit, I arrived for lunch as the first customer. I ordered the highly recommended "Handmade Curry Udon." The curry broth had a spicy aroma, and it was served with boiled egg and plenty of chopped green onions on top. The broth was not too thick and had a blend of spices and dashi stock without using starch. The noodles were slightly thin, flat, and chewy, typical of Hakata-style udon. At first, it didn't seem too spicy, but as I continued eating, I could feel a gentle sweat forming on my forehead. It was delicious and satisfying. The portion was generous, and I left feeling full and content. I will definitely be back for more. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a boom in "takeout" sales, and Udon Kichi also offers this service. Although only the "donburi" menu is displayed outside, the proprietress assured me that udon is also available for takeout.

I knew of this udon restaurant in Fukuoka's Fujisaki area for a long time, but had never actually been there. I saw on Tabelog that their katsudon was delicious, so I decided to give it a try. The restaurant is small with about 7-8 counter seats and 3 two-person tables, but you can feel the long history rooted in the local community. The restaurant is run by a middle-aged couple, and their warm greetings like "Welcome" and "Thank you for waiting" add a nice touch. I ordered the katsudon set for ¥980. The mini udon had a gentle and refined flavor in its broth, and the homemade noodles were chewy. The katsudon had freshly fried pork cutlet, a sweet and savory sauce, and perfectly thickened egg - it was truly authentic. I found a great restaurant in the neighborhood. They have a variety of set menus, and the curry rice bowl is also popular, so I'll try that next time. This udon restaurant run by a sincere and diligent couple is the kind of place you want to support.笑.

Located in the area of 2-18-16 Takatori, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City, just a 2-minute walk from Futsukaichi Station on the subway line, this udon restaurant has been in business since 1977 and is a popular spot among locals in the Nishijin Futsuzaki area. The exterior has a retro feel, while the interior is filled with a nostalgic Showa era atmosphere, with counter seats and table seats along the walls. The staff, consisting of the owner and his wife, work together seamlessly, showcasing their years of experience. I tried the Maruten Udon, which was delicious. The soup, made with kombu and dried bonito broth, was gentle and flavorful. The freshly made, hand-cut, and boiled noodles took a bit of time to be served, but they were chewy and had a great texture. The menu is extensive, offering value sets and unique options like Spicy Curry Udon. This is a udon restaurant worth visiting regularly. Enjoy your udon life!

When looking for a quick udon meal around Fujisaki Station, I remembered a place I had visited once before and decided to revisit. The name of the restaurant is "Kichi," not "Yoshi." It has a retro Showa-era style, with a small counter and two small tables. I ordered kake udon and katsu don, zaru udon and oyakodon. Kake udon had a gentle and soothing soup with a subtle kelp flavor. Despite having a soft image of Hakata udon, this udon had a chewy texture as well. The tempura bits were available at the counter, and I quickly added some after noticing other customers taking them. The katsu don had a pleasant aroma from the udon broth. The thin katsu had a firm texture, and the slightly firm egg was used to top the dish. Personally, I prefer the katsu and egg to be softer, but you may enjoy the meaty texture. Zaru udon had a slightly chewy texture, as it was soaked in cold water to give it a refreshing taste. The oyakodon had a firm egg as well, with chicken breast meat providing a good bite. Overall, this restaurant in Fujisaki serves comforting udon with a gentle broth that warms the body.

Udon Kichi Momoyaki Toko Ogata's Instagram caught my attention with their meat udon. When I checked on Tabelog, I saw that a charismatic Tabelog reviewer highly praised their katsudon. Of course, they offer sets like katsudon with udon, meat topping udon with mini donburi, or a set with a regular-sized bowl and mini udon, but having a set with both a regular-sized bowl and udon is truly impressive! The umami flavor of dried fish and kelp permeates the broth. The udon is soft and truly embodies Hakata udon. Udon from places like Makino Udon or Miyake Udon can be too soft, while Shisan has a strong texture among Hakata udon. The sweetly cooked meat is delicious and brings happiness. And the katsudon. This is it! Why don't other udon or soba shops do this? Many udon or soba shops are wasting their treasure. It's all about the broth! Many udon or soba shops don't use the carefully crafted broth for their katsudon, instead using it as a hidden flavor or just using soy sauce, sugar, or granulated dashi. A katsudon that brings out the umami of udon or soba broth is the true charm of these shops, and a katsudon made with real dashi is what sets them apart from regular diners. A crispy katsudon is good, but a katsudon soaked in broth is also good. My favorite katsudon is from Tokyoan in Kokura, which perfectly infuses the flavor of the broth into the crispy coating. Is the pork shoulder loin used for the meat? It has a unique texture and flavor. The egg is perfectly runny, creating the ideal katsudon from an udon shop.

Fujisaki Station's 4th exit is right next to a udon restaurant called "Udon Kichi". It is located in the middle of three shops, with a curry restaurant on the right and a tonkatsu restaurant on the left. The restaurant is run by a mature couple. I ordered the "Maruten Udon" (500 yen). The noodles are made in-house and boiled in a pot. The presentation is simple and beautiful. The noodles are medium-thick, with a sharp square shape and a smooth texture. They have a good chewiness and are not overly soft. The hot broth is flavorful with a hint of acidity and bitterness. The maruten, a fried fish paste, complements the noodles and broth well. It is a delicious combination. Overall, it was a satisfying and enjoyable meal.

I have known about this udon restaurant for a while. It's right after you come up from the subway at Fujisaki. It's a small udon shop. When I visited during lunchtime, the small shop was bustling with customers. [I ordered the Katsudon set with soup for 700 yen] In conclusion, this is the ideal Katsudon at an udon restaurant! ★ The egg shines beautifully and has a perfect half-cooked texture! ★ The pork cutlet is not too thick or too thin, just the right thickness for a regular pork cutlet, which is the best for Katsudon! ★ The sweetness and amount of the broth are just right, not too much or too little! Yes! I finished it all in one go!! Ah, ideal! Ideal! So delicious! I'll definitely come back for more!

When you enter the store, you can smell the delicious broth. The smell makes you hungry, right? I had the Kombu Udon for 480 yen. The soft udon from Hakata tastes even better after absorbing the broth. The topping of kelp adds more flavor and makes it even more delicious. Next time, I want to try the Burdock Tempura Udon.

Today I had some errands in Fujisaki and visited a small, traditional shop. The atmosphere inside was calm, with a radio playing in the background. The menu mainly consisted of udon noodles and rice bowl sets, as well as izakaya dishes. For lunch, I had a mini tamago-don and udon set for 600 yen. On a cold day, warm tea was a nice touch. The udon and rice bowl had a nostalgic taste and were delicious. For those who prefer soba noodles, you can substitute them for the udon. The owners, the master and the mistress, seemed a bit tired or not as lively as usual.

I ordered the Pork Cutlet Bowl and Mini Udon Set for 980 yen. First, the homemade udon noodles were firm and delicious. The soup had a strong and rich broth. The Pork Cutlet Bowl had a sweet and light taste, which I enjoyed.

I received the Set Menu 6 (Homemade Curry Rice Bowl, Udon) for 880 yen and the Oboro Tsuki Udon for 530 yen (all prices include tax). It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

It's a traditional and cozy restaurant - thank you to the chef and the hostess for the delicious meal!

I forgot to take a photo, but I had the Nabeyaki Udon for 600 yen. It had a light-colored, soft broth that paired well with the handmade udon noodles from the restaurant, and it was delicious. Next time, I want to try the Curry Udon.

I felt a certain aura from this udon restaurant located near Fukuoka City's Sawara Ward and Futsuzaki Subway Station, so I decided to go in. The shop is run by what seems to be a couple, and I took a seat at the counter and ordered the Maruten Udon for 500 yen (Maruten is a round-shaped Satsuma-age, similar to a fish cake). The husband, who appeared older than me, was cooking. The udon that was served had a beautiful visual appeal. I tried the noodles and they were delicious, with a light golden broth and soft udon. I enjoyed it. I tried adding some shichimi spice and free tenkasu from the table to change the flavor a bit, but everything was delicious. I finished it soon after. I heard that they use homemade noodles, and Fukuoka's udon was really good. I later saw on Tabelog that their curry udon is also delicious. I thought the Maruten Udon was really tasty this time, so I'm glad I tried it. I don't know when, but I definitely want to try their curry udon next time. Thank you for the meal.

I suddenly wanted to eat curry soba... so I went to "Udon Kichi" in front of Fujisaki Station! When I entered the restaurant, there were no customers... but I couldn't turn back now. The owner brought me cold tea right away, so I made up my mind. I decided to order the handmade curry soba set with onigiri. The couple who ran the restaurant seemed to be the only ones working. When I placed my order, the owner blended what seemed to be homemade curry powder and dashi. The husband also carefully prepared the curry soba set for a single customer. The onigiri was soft and comforting, and the sesame salt was a nice touch. The presentation was fantastic, with a half-boiled egg on top of the curry soba. The dashi was slightly firmer than it looked, but it was within my preference. The blend of the delicious homemade curry powder and kombu dashi gave off a light, appetizing aroma. Recently, there are many chain udon restaurants, but I always find that family-run establishments like this one offer delicious food. Thank you for the meal!

This is a shop that I didn't notice before because it was slightly off the main street within the lunch area. It has a very traditional atmosphere and serves homemade udon noodles. Despite the many cheap chain restaurants around, I find comfort in places like this. Even though I visited during a slightly off-peak time for lunch, the fact that there were other customers inside made me feel like this place is a well-established local favorite. Since udon is easy to digest and a single serving may not last until the end of the day, I always order a set meal. The taste and portion size are consistently good and safe, not exceeding my expectations. I look forward to trying their nabe (hot pot) udon when winter comes. It's a modest but good shop that I hope will continue for a long time, making me think, "Oh, this place is still here?!"

I usually eat at "Daisuke Udon Fujisaki Branch" around here, but I wanted to try something new as always going to the same place gets boring. I saw a sign saying "Homemade Noodles" in front of this shop, so I decided to give it a try. It's a small shop with counter seats and tables. I ordered the Tempura Udon for 450 yen. The broth is clear with a hint of kelp flavor. The noodles are chewy and delicious. The tempura is thinly sliced and crispy. Overall, it's a light and tasty udon.

Udon Kichi - Takatori, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City - October 26, 2011 NEW! Theme: Katsudon in Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City For the 92nd review, we visited "Udon Kichi" located near Fujisaki Station. I have been to this place several times before, but this time I brought my camera for the first time, so I naturally ordered the katsudon. The udon here has a rich broth and is delicious. The katsudon is simmered to perfection, with a fluffy and creamy texture. I also ordered a mini udon set to enjoy both dishes. The photos turned out looking delicious, which was great. It's a bit difficult to take photos in udon shops because the lighting is usually dim. Katsudon Mini Udon Set 800 yen (Katsudon alone 650 yen) Udon Kichi (Yoshi) 2-18-16 Takatori, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City 092-844-0779 Closed on Sundays 11:00-22:30 (approximately) No parking available