Moon0417
Today, on November 6, 2021 (Saturday), I visited this restaurant that I had been curious about for a while as my second stop of the day. I arrived at 12:21, and there were a few empty seats inside the restaurant. I purchased a ticket for the "shoyu ramen" and handed it over when I sat down, and my long-awaited ramen arrived in about 3 minutes. In the transparent broth, a large amount of fish powder danced, and on top of the light-colored medium-thin noodles were chashu, menma, chopped green onions, and seaweed. When I tried the soup, I could taste the gentle flavor of soy sauce, along with a rich and tangy umami taste spreading in my mouth. The broth seemed to consist of chicken, pork, dried seafood, and root vegetables, with the seafood flavor and a sweet taste resembling onions standing out. However, the dominant flavors were the fish powder aroma and added sweetness, with the broth playing a supporting role. The umami from animal ingredients seemed to be mainly provided by lard, while the broth added viscosity by supplementing collagen. As for the acidity, it was somewhat strong, considering it was mainly from dried seafood. Moving on to the noodles, the low hydration medium-thin noodles were slightly firm and had a sticky texture, with a vivid wheat flavor. The noodles lightly coated with the soup combined the sweetness of the noodles with the richness of the soup, adding depth to the flavor. The chashu, vacuum-cooked and thinly sliced pork shoulder, had a tender texture and a clear taste of lean meat and sweet fat. Overall, it was a very impressive bowl with a unique and strong flavor profile in the seafood-influenced category, fitting my personal taste perfectly. However, due to its highly original flavor, opinions may vary depending on individual preferences. If I have the chance to visit again, I would definitely like to try the "tsukemen" next time. Thank you for the meal.