This is a shop located a 5-minute walk from Ikeda-shi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line. I visited before at lunchtime, but there was already a line, so I had to give up. However, this time, perhaps due to the consecutive holidays, when I arrived just before the evening opening, there was one person waiting and I was able to be second in line. I decided to try the speciality, the "Takehashi Black" rich soy sauce ramen for 950 yen. The soup of the Takehashi Black is surprisingly dark for those of us from the Kansai region where dashi culture is strong. The soup is not overly salty, but has a strong and delicious flavor. The noodles were slightly firm, which I personally enjoyed. The chashu was like roast pork and had a good texture. Despite the high competition, I would like to visit again if the timing is right. In a world where four-digit ramen shops are common, I thought the quality of this three-digit ramen was quite good. It was delicious!

I visited during lunchtime. I arrived a little after 12:30 and was able to be seated right away, although the restaurant was almost full. It is inspired by "Asu Nagare" in Takatsuki City. The interior has 8 counter seats with no dividers between them, and the spacing between seats is wide. The atmosphere is calm with dim lighting, and the place is very clean. I ordered the "Shoyu Ramen for 900 yen". It arrived in about 8 minutes. The soup has a pleasant flavor of fish and shellfish essence with a base of chicken broth, creating a well-balanced and deep taste. The whole wheat noodles are cooked to the right firmness, with a unique flavor and texture similar to soba, complementing the soup well. Toppings include rare pork shoulder, seaweed, menma, sprouts, and green onions. The pork shoulder is tender with a rich meaty flavor, and it comes with 3 slices by default. It was a much better bowl of ramen than I expected. I would love to visit again to try other menu items. Thank you for the meal!

#Menya Ikei #Takehashi Black Chashu Ramen #Takehashi Set #Salt Chashu Ramen I missed the previous menu and forgot to see it. This time, I remembered that you can change the noodles to thick noodles! Excited!! The soup is delicious! A sharp and flavorful soy sauce base. The gentle acidity of the fish broth complements the richness of the soup. The thick noodles deliver the soup well! However, if you don't forget to chew the noodles thoroughly, the aroma of wheat will come rushing in. The only unique black ramen that changes with every bite. If you want to fully enjoy the Takehashi Black, go for the Takehashi Set. Before mixing in the soft-boiled egg and wasabi, the soup already has a gentle taste. The sweetness of the rice blends with the soup in a mysterious way. The crispy Matsuyama tempura and fresh Mitsuba are doing a great job. Almost forgot to hand over the bowl to Abe-san. The recommended Salt Chashu Ramen has a heartwarming soup, not light and gentle. Rather, it has a solid flavor that seems just within reach but remains elusive. The Chashu is moist and tender as always. Can you do a face mask with this Chashu every night? Thank you for the meal. #Ramen #OsakaRamen #ramen #ramenlovers #ramenclub #rameninstagrammer #ramenlife #noodlegram #KansaiRamenClub #OsakaLunch #OsakaGourmet #noodle #yummy #foodie #JapaneseFood #IbarakiCityGourmet #IbarakiCityRamen #IbarakiCityLunch #IbarakiGourmet #IbarakiRamen #IbarakiLunch #Ikei

#Menya Ikei #Special Bamboo Bridge Black Char Siu Noodles #Salt Char Siu Noodles #Char Siu Bowl When you enter the restaurant, the aroma of Bamboo Bridge Black soy sauce is delightful ( *¯ ꒳¯*)ｸﾝｸﾝ♡♡ The Bamboo Bridge Black has been enhanced! Ψ(///òó///)Ψ It has a strong flavor! Yet, the saltiness is comforting in this heat ✨ The hint of black pepper that hits you with the first bite is also nice, right? The large pork belly char siu is seared in a frying pan, and the sweetness of the fatty part pairs perfectly with the soy sauce. Mindlessly moving the spoon and chopsticks I˙꒳​˙) Mr. Abe's gaze is on me It's about time to try that dish as well (ー"ー ) The silent pressure Salt Char Siu Noodles also have a slightly elevated saltiness for the summer, with a bit less oil ☝‪‪Oh no, can't stop eating itヾ(>д< ) Mindlessly eating this one tooŧ‹"ŧ"( 'ч' )ŧ‹"ŧ‹" The pork loin char siu becomes tender in the soup due to the temperature... becoming tender, but maintaining its desirable meat texture, I devour 6 slices (๑ᵒ̴̶̷ ༥ ᵒ̴̶̷๑)ﾊﾟｸｯ The Bamboo Bridge Black and the salt ramen each have their own unique characteristics Σ(˙꒳​˙ =͟͟͞)➳♡ Exciting! The Char Siu Bowl, served in a real bowl instead of a teacup, as always, is impressively large. The chunky, diced char siu with plenty of sesame oil and a slightly sweet sauce stimulates the appetite:,('ω' ))ﾑｼｬﾑｼｬ(/ *・ω・*)/ Phew!! I ate it with full concentration (*¯꒳¯*)(`･ω･´)ﾅﾇｯ!? The Bamboo Bridge Black can also go well with thick noodles! Later, I realize after looking at the menu that we should try it with thick noodles next time! I also want to try the Bamboo Bridge Set and the Pork Belly Char Siu Bowl. Thank you for the meal ( ･ᴗ･ ) #Ramen #OsakaRamen #ramen #RamenLovers #RamenClub #RamenInstagrammer #RamenActivity #Noodlestagram #KansaiRamenClub #OsakaLunch #OsakaGourmet #noodle #yummy #foodie #JapaneseFood #IbarakiCityGourmet #IbarakiCityRamen #IbarakiCityLunch #IbarakiGourmet #IbarakiRamen #IbarakiLunch #Ikei

Order: Salt ramen at a popular restaurant in Toyonaka City. I arrived around 1 pm and was able to get in without waiting. The ramen had thin whole wheat noodles. They went well with the refreshing soup, and I could eat them smoothly like soba noodles. I also ordered a chashu rice bowl, but it seemed to have been forgotten (cries). The staff seemed busy with washing dishes, so I thought, "Oh well," and didn't say anything. The service was extremely polite, so it was totally fine. The taste of the ramen was similar to Torafuku's and personally, I liked it, so I would like to come back again.

Hello♪ This is Ramen Walking❗️ Today, I had the "Salt Chashu Ramen" at Menya Ikei in Ibaraki City. I decided to visit this highly rated shop in the Ibaraki area as part of my exploration for the next top 100 shops. It's a bit of a walk from the station, but still within walking distance. I arrived at 19:45 and there were already customers inside, no waiting required for me. However, it quickly became full after that. [Order] Salt Chashu Ramen for 1,120 yen. Soup: A gentle taste of salt and bonito base. It's so easy to drink that you could easily keep drinking it endlessly. Noodles: Whole wheat flat thin straight noodles. The texture is firm, and with the appearance of whole wheat, the noodles resemble soba. The deep flavor of the noodles and the gentle taste of the soup sometimes make the noodles' flavor a bit overpowering. Toppings: Chashu, white onions, kaiware radish, seaweed, and bamboo shoots. Since I ordered the Chashu Ramen, I got 6 slices of rare pork shoulder loin chashu. It was tender and of good quality! The seaweed also pairs well with seafood flavors. Instead of menma, there were bamboo shoots. They are like a parent-child relationship, but the bamboo shoots are younger, so they are soft and flavorful, making them a great addition. Finished eating and drinking everything. Thank you, Menya Ikei! Today's step count: 15,726 steps. Calories burned: 605kcal.

#Menya Ikei #Soy-based dipping noodles #Takebashi Black #Takebashi Set A soy-based dipping noodles with plenty of cabbage and lots of garlic in the soup. The natural aroma of garlic increases your appetite. The sweetness of cabbage blends perfectly with the soup, creating a delicious combination. The subtle acidity stimulates your taste buds. The generous amount of soup and noodles make it hard to leave any behind. The black soup of Takebashi Black is visually stunning, with a gentle blend of soy sauce, saltiness, and a soft sweetness. To fully enjoy this delicious soup, the Takebashi Set is a must! The warm egg adds a new dimension to the soup, and the crispy fried tempura is simply delightful. The fine texture of the tempura melts in your mouth, absorbing the flavorful soup. The menu on the table also mentions Twitter and Instagram, so be sure to check out the interesting posts by the amusing restaurant owner on Instagram. Next week, they will be serving a weekday lunch special of "Hoki Soba," and I can't wait to try it. But what exactly is Hoki Soba? It's not Soki Soba, and it's not Hoki Building... I'm eagerly looking forward to finding out. Thank you for the meal! #Ramen #OsakaRamen #ramen #RamenLovers #RamenClub #RamenInstagrammer #RamenLife #Noodlestagram #KansaiRamenEnthusiasts #OsakaLunch #OsakaFood #noodle #yummy #foodie #JapaneseFood #IbarakiRamen #IbarakiLunch #IbarakiFood #IbarakiCityRamen #IbarakiCityLunch #IbarakiCityFood #Ikei

I went to my favorite ramen shop in Ibaraki and tried their new menu! I had the Takahashi Black Chashu Noodles for 1190 yen, with an additional 50 yen for thick noodles. The impact of the chashu was amazing. The pitch-black soup had a rich soy sauce flavor packed with umami, and it was delicious. The chewy thick noodles matched perfectly. The rare chashu was consistently delicious, and I couldn't resist eating all six slices. Personally, I highly recommend it!

Salt Ramen 880 yen This time, the noodles are from "Menya Ikkei" in Ibaraki... no, Ibaraki. The shop was opened by someone who trained at "Asunagare" in Takatsuki in 2009 (from the review by the follow reviewer). I just had ramen at Asunagare earlier, so I made a joke about having a master-disciple consecutive meal. When I visited right after the shop opened on a weekday, there were 4 customers ahead of me. Soon after, there were 3 more customers waiting, and the shop quickly became full. It seemed like customers were coming in as soon as others left, creating a busy atmosphere. Even on weekdays, having a few people waiting in line during the lunch hour is not uncommon here. Now, for the order. Just like the shop where the owner trained, they recommend the salt ramen, and they also have tsukemen available only at night. They also had a limited-time "Takehashi Black" on offer. I decided to play it safe and ordered the "Salt Ramen." You order verbally and pay at the register near the entrance after eating. When I placed my order, they were preparing the ramen for the customers ahead of me, but my order was served in less than 10 minutes. Now, let's eat! Soup: You can taste various types of dashi, but the main flavor is clam... I think? The subtle sweetness of the clam broth permeates gently. There's also a good amount of chicken oil, giving it a rich flavor. The saltiness is tightly balanced, not too salty, but just right... A high-level salt soup that doesn't lose to the training shop! Noodles: The thin noodles contain whole wheat flour. They are cooked al dente by default, with a strong chewiness! The flavor is also very strong! It's delicious, but this strong flavor may be a bit too assertive... Hmm, I sound quite picky even to myself. Toppings: The rare chashu is moist and flavorful. Not only does the pink color stand out, but the meat inside is also of good quality. The crunchy bamboo shoot, almost like menma, was also good. The thinly sliced onion adds a light and fluffy texture with no spiciness. The spicy flavor of kaiware was a nice touch. Thank you for the meal. It's a bowl that rivals the quality of the master's, no doubt, but personally, I felt a bit bothered by the strong presence of the noodles, falling slightly short. However, many people might say, "But these noodles are great!" ===========

I visited this restaurant because it had high ratings. It was full before noon on Sunday. No waiting list, so I was asked to wait outside for the time being. I was able to go inside after waiting for about 20 minutes. I ordered the salt ramen. The soup was clear and looked delicious. The soup was light. Instead of menma, there was bamboo shoots in the ramen. The rare chashu was soft and tasty. The noodles were thin and straight. They were delicious as they soaked up the soup. Thank you for the meal ⭐︎

It is a 7-8 minute walk from Hankyu Kyoto Line Ibaraki-shi Station. I noticed the high ratings that rival those of famous restaurants and decided to visit. There was a line of young people, but I saw one older man enter the shop. I originally planned to try the salt ramen, but I was intrigued by the limited quantity "Takehashi Black" soy sauce ramen, so I ordered that instead. It was delicious. The smooth noodles, rich and flavorful soup, and the exquisite low-temperature cooked chashu! The fact that you get so much chashu for under 1,000 yen is amazing. I didn't order any rice dishes this time because I wanted to try multiple items, but I will definitely try them next time!

I visited around 12 o'clock. The restaurant was full, so I had to wait a few minutes. I ordered the salt ramen (880 yen). It was a light soup with a delicious flavor of chicken and seafood. The noodles were made from whole wheat flour, which added a nice flavor. The chashu topping was cooked perfectly and had a moist and tender texture with just the right amount of saltiness. The amount of toppings and the taste for this price was amazing. It was a bowl of ramen that I would be willing to pay more for. Thank you for the meal.

Located a 6-minute walk from Hankyu Ibaraki-shi Station, this popular restaurant often has a line from opening time. Their "Salt Ramen" for 880 yen features a clear soup rich in the flavors of chicken and seafood, paired with straight, medium-thin noodles that are chewy and delicious. The surprise addition of bamboo shoots as menma is also tasty! Another must-try is their limited quantity "Rare Chashu Don" for 470 yen, a satisfying bowl filled with plenty of chashu. The onion jelly and sweet-savory sauce similar to ponzu are incredibly delicious!

Today, I was finally able to visit "Menya Ikei" in Ibaraki for a ramen tour. This place has been on my radar for a while and it's even been selected in the top 5000 on Tabelog. I expected it to be crowded, so I aimed for the pole position and was able to enter without waiting. I quickly ordered the "Shio Ramen" and the "Ikei Set" and it arrived in 9 minutes. ■■■Soup■■■ The soup is a double soup made with chicken and seafood. The shiny soup with chicken oil on the surface has a mellow salt base without any sharp edges. When you take a sip, the seafood flavor hits your nose first, followed by the richness of the chicken. The saltiness is a bit strong, but the umami is balanced, making it easy to drink. The lingering umami in your mouth is a nice touch. □□□Noodles□□□ The noodles are thin straight noodles made with Menya Taei's noodles. The default is whole grain noodles, but I was able to switch to "vacuum noodles" this time. The smooth, chewy noodles with a good bite are a perfect match for the soup. You can enjoy the sweetness of wheat and the elegant aroma of the soup. ■■■Chashu■■■ The chashu is pork shoulder loin chashu. The thinly sliced, large chashu pieces are moist and packed with flavor, with a good chewy texture that is easy to bite through. □□□Summary□□□ The topping of bamboo shoots was also excellent. After finishing the meal, I ordered the "Ikei Set." It comes with rice topped with mitsuba, bonito flakes, seaweed, and wasabi. I was surprised by the amount of food that came in the bowl. Pouring the leftover soup over the rice and enjoying it like a tea-flavored rice dish was a delightful experience. The refined soup and the umami of the bonito enhanced my appetite. I quickly devoured it. The salt ramen by the owner, who used to work at "Asura," is the best.

#Menya Ikei #Takebashi Black Chashu Ramen #Salt Chashu Ramen #Chashu Rice Bowl Finally went to eat the long-awaited Takebashi Black Ramen! (*･ω･)o( _* ॑꒳ ॑*)_ Chon♪(*˙꒫˙* )Ooh!! The soup is jet black like soot! ( Ꙭ)ꙭ҉Slurp slurp(˘ω˘ ) The fragrant aroma, along with the noodles, is delightful. The thin noodles are slightly chewy and smooth, reminiscent of vacuum-packed noodles. The wider noodles pair perfectly with the saltiness of the black soup, and the savory soy sauce flavor hits you hard rather than acidity. Just when you think it's over, the Ikei fish and chicken soup flavor comes in strong later on. The two-stage flavor experience of the Black Ramen is irresistible! (っ'ヮ'c) Delicious! The bottom of the bowl is sprinkled with coarse ground black pepper to finish off the Salt Chashu Ramen. This time, the fish flavor steps up a notch. The moment you sip the soup, the deliciousness sparkles. The aroma of whole wheat flour in the noodles gradually intensifies. The thickly sliced chashu is just right, and you can eat as many slices as you want. The Chashu Rice Bowl, with its meticulously prepared ingredients, is a real treat. The stewed chashu pieces are generously served, along with white and green onions, nori, and sesame oil. As I was leaving, Abe-san mentioned that even though the default comes with 3 slices of chashu, if you order the Chashu Ramen, you can add an extra 5 slices for only 290 yen. The cost performance is amazing! And instead of rounding it up to 300 yen, they charge 290 yen. This must be because "meat" is pronounced as "niku" in Japanese, and it sounds like "290 yen"! Absolutely! Another delicious ramen experience, thank you very much! #Ramen #OsakaRamen #ramen #RamenLovers #RamenClub #RamenInstagrammer #RamenLife #Noodlestagram #KansaiRamenClub #OsakaLunch #OsakaFood #noodle #yummy #foodie #JapaneseFood #Ikei #IbarakiRamen #IbarakiFood #IbarakiLunch #IbarakiCityRamen #IbarakiCityFood #IbarakiCityLunch

I visited for lunch and tried the ramen. The restaurant had many positive reviews and high ratings, so I had high expectations. I arrived around 11:30 on a weekday and had to wait a bit. The interior was very clean with only a counter seating. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I ordered the salt char siu ramen, which was light and tasty with rare char siu. I enjoyed it and will definitely visit again!

I was expecting heavy rain from the morning, but it turned out to be a light drizzle. For lunch, I went to a popular ramen shop near Ibaraki Station via the golf practice range. Since I had a disappointing experience on Monday, I wanted to give it another try. I parked my car at a nearby coin parking lot and arrived at the shop just 10 minutes before opening. There was already a line of four people. The kind owners opened the shop five minutes earlier than planned at 11:25. The shop had a chic atmosphere with a black ceiling and around 10 counter seats. It quickly filled up with customers. I ordered the "Salt Ramen" and "Rice". Surprisingly, many people ordered the limited "Miso Ramen". The ramen arrived promptly and looked simple yet delicious. The carefully prepared soup had a clear appearance and a refined taste with the rich flavor of chicken and a subtle saltiness. The whole wheat straight noodles were gentle on the palate and complemented the soup well. The tender red meat chashu had a good thickness and added a meaty texture. The bamboo shoot was an interesting "boiled bamboo shoot" variety, soft and tasty. What surprised me was the seaweed! I haven't noticed seaweed in ramen much before, but today, when I dipped the seaweed in the soup as I ate the noodles, the seaweed released a fragrant aroma that added a nice touch. This refined and gentle soup naturally paired well with the white rice. I finished every last drop of the soup and was very satisfied. It was a popular shop that I would definitely like to visit again.

Today I came to Osaka! On the second day, I decided to visit the Ibaraki to Hirakata area, starting with a stop in Ibaraki and then visiting two places in Hirakata. However, the fourth place I planned to visit in Takatsuki was unexpectedly closed. So, I decided to go to the fifth place on my list, "Menya Ikkei," earlier than planned. "Menya Ikkei" is a popular restaurant in Ibaraki founded by a former chef from the famous and popular "Asura" restaurant in 2009. I had heard good things about this place and was looking forward to trying it. The restaurant is located on the first floor of a building with other tenants, and it has a narrow entrance with a wooden sign and sliding doors, giving it a clean and inviting look. The interior of the restaurant has a café-bar atmosphere, with a long counter as the only seating option. When I visited around 6:30 pm, the place was almost full. I decided to order the highly recommended salt ramen (880 yen) without even looking at the menu beforehand. The salt ramen arrived shortly after I ordered. The hot soup had a nice chicken oil flavor with a hint of seafood and dried ingredients, giving it a rich and deep taste. The salt seasoning added a sharp and savory kick to the soup, making it very enjoyable to drink. The medium-thin noodles, similar to those from Menya Togoshi, were smooth and had a good chewiness, complementing the soup well. The three slices of chashu were tender and flavorful, with a ham-like texture and a sprinkle of black pepper enhancing the meat's taste. The bamboo shoots added a crunchy texture and a light flavor that paired well with the broth. The seaweed soaked in the soup and wrapped around the noodles added a nice touch to the dish. Overall, the salt ramen at Menya Ikkei was satisfying and had a good balance of flavors. The price range was reasonable, and I would love to come back to try their soy sauce ramen or tsukemen in the future. I regret not visiting this place sooner, but I'm glad I finally got to enjoy a delicious bowl of ramen here.

Hankyu Ibaraki "Menya Ikei" I wandered around the Hankyu Ibaraki area from the morning. I decided to have a quick ramen at "Menya Ikei" without knowing that it is a very popular shop. It was still full even though I arrived early! With only 8 counter seats, there was a waiting line even on weekdays. Pork belly chashu bowl for 280 yen (lunch price) Thick and tender pork belly! The rice soaked in sauce was also delicious. This is a great deal for 280 yen. Soy sauce chashu ramen for 1170 yen If you order the chashu ramen, the chashu is served separately. Personally, I was expecting a luxurious visual with chashu spread out, but... The soy sauce broth has a rich flavor with a subtle chicken and fish broth. The whole wheat noodles have a nice aroma. I dipped the thick rare chashu in the soup until the fat melted slightly, then took a bite. It was delicious. Salt ramen for 880 yen Light yet flavorful. It has a depth of flavor from chicken and seafood. Personally, I prefer the salt broth. It's no wonder it's popular. There was also an "Ikei Set" where you can make a tea-infused dish with the remaining soup, but I was too full to try it. Ramen is good once in a while.

The restaurant had high ratings on Tabelog and the ramen looked delicious in the photos, so I definitely wanted to try it. Even on a weekday, there was a line, but since it was counter seating only, I was able to get in quickly. I couldn't decide if I wanted shoyu or shio ramen, so I asked a female staff member. She bluntly told me that if the soup was dark, it was shoyu, and if it was light, it was shio, without even looking at the photos. The ramen itself was very refined, but the attitude of the staff didn't sit well with me.

[Date] January 15, 2023 (Sunday) 7:14 PM [Foodlog rating] 3.71 [Wait time] 2 people (17 minutes) [Service] Excellent [Would visit again] Yes [Payment method] Cash [Turnover] Yes [Soy Sauce Ramen] [Noodles] Thin straight noodles (whole wheat) [Toppings] Pork chashu (3 slices), bamboo shoots (2 pieces), bean sprouts, white chopped green onions, seaweed (1 sheet) [Soup] Soy sauce [Preparation time] 7 minutes The soup is gently sweet with a savory aroma. The noodles have a nice texture. Normally made with whole wheat noodles, but can be changed to vacuum-packed noodles. The chashu and bamboo shoots were delicious. Overall, it was simply delicious. Excellent. [Miso Ramen] [Noodles] Thin straight noodles (150g) [Toppings] Pork chashu (3 slices), bean sprouts, white and green chopped green onions, seaweed (1 sheet), red pickled ginger [Soup] Miso (with sake kasu) [Preparation time] 7 minutes Only available for dinner with limited noodles. The miso soup is sweet with a sake kasu aroma that is incredibly delicious!