Lunch visit. There is a parking lot. Since it was close to the end of the 2:00 lunch, there were few people. There are many menu options! I ordered zaru soba and onigiri. The soba had a pretty good amount. It's a style where you grind the sesame yourself. The onigiri was made with a mold. I wanted to eat a hand-rolled one...

There used to be a shop in Kusunoki that has now moved to Matsuiyamate. They have a parking lot which is convenient. The shop is quite spacious. I ordered a set of tempura rice bowl and cold soba. The large shrimp tempura was delicious, with a perfectly cooked and flavorful egg. The cold soba also came with simmered shiitake mushrooms, which was a nice touch.

Beef Udon 1,150 yen Onigiri 150 yen each x 2 Total: 1,450 yen The portion of udon was quite generous. The broth for the beef udon was clear and refreshing. I usually prefer a sweeter broth, but this clear broth was also good. It was delicious. I chose pickled plums and salmon fillings for the onigiri. The onigiri was... okay. I ended up feeling a bit too full... but overall, I'm satisfied. Thank you for the meal.

Today I had lunch here. One of their specialties is tempura rice balls, with 3 pieces for 350 yen. When I looked at the menu, I found herring soba. Herring soba reminds me of when I had it as a child at the Osaka Expo, and I thought it was so delicious. It's a dish that I rarely find at soba restaurants in the Kanto region, so whenever I see it at a restaurant in the Kansai region, I can't help but order it. So, I also ordered the herring soba. The food arrived quickly, within 5 minutes. I started with the herring soba. The soba noodles were thin and had a nice texture. The soba broth had a sweet and salty Kansai-style flavor that paired perfectly with the herring. It was very delicious. They also provided some sansho pepper, which when added, gave a nice aroma to the dish. Then, I tried the tempura rice balls, which were freshly made with shrimp tempura. Eating the tempura rice balls with the herring soba broth made me very happy. I would love to visit this place again. Thank you for the meal.

I had the opportunity to enjoy "Tempura Musubi" for sale at a storefront! About 30 years ago, there used to be a shop at the entrance of the plaza with an old D51 steam train in the former Kusaba Mall area. I can't remember the name of the shop, but I vividly remember the Tempura Musubi! We used to frequent the old Kusaba Mall area as my wife and I lived along the Keihan Railway line. This shop's Tempura Musubi was our favorite. As time passed, our visits became less frequent, and the Kusaba area underwent a significant transformation. I have no idea where that shop went. Recently, I happened to visit the original shop of "Tempura Musubi" in Mie Prefecture. This led my wife to notice this shop near my parents' house on a food review website. We visited the shop right away. While I used to only get takeout due to being a broke student back then, this was my first time dining in at this shop. It seems to be a very popular place. It's a soba shop, but the prices seem high when looking at the menu! The staff, dressed in kimonos, gave off a high-class vibe! My wife, children, and I decided to also enjoy the nostalgic Tempura Musubi! I ordered the herring soba (large) and Tempura Musubi, my wife ordered the shippoku soba and Tempura Musubi, my eldest child ordered the Shingen soba and Tempura Musubi, my middle child ordered the Tencha Gozen, and my youngest ordered the Hidetsuki Udon. We also got 2 packs of Tempura Musubi to go! The herring soba was served in a deep bowl with a generous amount. The soba had a slight chewiness and a nice texture. The broth was completely different from other places. My wife said it was made from bonito. Additionally, my herring soba had a smoky aroma from being grilled once. The Tempura Musubi had a small shrimp peeking out and seemed delicious. The breading seemed to be infused with the flavor of pickled ginger. Although I couldn't remember the delicate taste from back then, I was able to reminisce about the past. This shop offers reasonably priced "takeout Tempura Musubi" for about 500 yen, which I used to buy often. Thank you for the taste of nostalgia! It was delicious! Thank you for the meal! Additional note: Herring Soba (large) 1000.0g 3 Tempura Musubi 154.5g Total 1154.5g consumed There also seems to be a "Ajiman" in the food court of Kusaba Mall! I would like to visit there as well.

Located along the Yamate main line in Matsuiyamate, this restaurant is surrounded by Costco, home centers, and various other shops. Despite passing by the front of the store many times, I had never visited before. However, I had the chance to visit for lunch this time. I arrived around 12:15 on a weekday and found about 10 parking spaces arranged in an L-shape along two sides of the store. The interior of the store was spacious and stylish. I remembered seeing this restaurant on Yomiuri TV's "Saturdays are No Good" about a year ago. There was a sign and a program sticker from the show near the register. Apparently, they visited during a shoot at a nearby home center. After being seated, I looked at the menu and was impressed by the wide variety of options, including traditional noodle dishes, rice bowls, and creative noodle dishes. They also offered set meals and hot pot dishes. I noticed they had a weekday lunch special, with Wednesday's special being a pork cutlet rice bowl for 1140 yen (100 yen cheaper than usual). I was tempted by the pork cutlet rice bowl, but ultimately decided to order the pork cutlet bowl for 1180 yen, expecting a larger portion of rice. The bowl came with a choice of small side noodle dish, and I chose warm udon. As I waited, more customers arrived, and the restaurant quickly filled up. It seemed like most of the customers were regulars from the neighborhood, with a slightly older demographic. When the meal arrived, I was surprised to see the unique cone-shaped bowl for the pork cutlet bowl. The pork cutlet was crispy, thick, and satisfying, although I wished the meat was a bit more tender. The egg was soft and flavorful, and the seasoning was just right. The udon noodles were thick and had a good chewy texture, with a strong and refreshing broth. After finishing the meal and feeling satisfied, I observed the other customers, including older individuals, enjoying their meals. The overall atmosphere was pleasant, with a slightly higher price point that seemed justified by the quality of the food and the ambiance. I left feeling full and content, already thinking about what I would try on my next visit, such as the curry udon or the braised pork belly tempura rice bowl. The attentive service from the staff in traditional Japanese attire added to the positive experience. Thank you for the meal.

Katsu donburi for 1180 yen. Before heading to Costco, I stopped by this place for a quick bite. It has a traditional atmosphere. I appreciate that they serve a bowl with a side of noodles. The udon noodles have a gentle taste with a strong bonito flavor. The noodles are easy to eat with just the right thickness. There's something comforting about having a bowl with udon on the side. Thank you as always.

I visited this restaurant for the first time, located along a well-traveled road and has caught my attention for a while. I went on a weekday around 4 pm and there was only one other group of customers at that time. As a solo diner, I was seated at the counter and ordered the "Domestic Beef Curry Udon" from the extensive menu. I chose the regular udon noodles, and the dish was served in about 10 minutes. The curry udon had a Japanese-style broth and was combined with a gentle and mellow curry flavor, with the addition of an egg making it even smoother. The thick and chewy udon noodles paired well with the mellow curry, creating a satisfying combination. I wish there was a bit more in terms of portion size, but the tender beef and generous amount of onions added great flavor to the curry. I enjoyed finishing the udon and then mixing rice into the curry for a delicious ending. Although I had some slight concerns about the portion size and value for money, I was satisfied with the taste. The calm and clean interior of the restaurant impressed me, and the attentive service provided by the female staff member was exceptional. I look forward to trying their rice bowl dishes next time, but I am also curious about their cold udon. Thank you for the meal!

I have been going to this restaurant since it was in Kuzuha a long time ago, and even though it has moved to Matsuiyamate, I still go there several times. Recently, I make sure to go there every year on a specific day. Among the various types of udon and soba on the menu, my go-to choice is the "katsu-don." When in doubt, I always choose this dish! The perfect sweetness of this dish is what I love. I prefer it over the katsu-don. I have loved it since I was a child. It has a good amount of volume, but I always manage to finish it (although it might be a lot for some women). I also recommend the creative udon dishes, but if you haven't tried the katsu-don set meal, you should definitely give it a try!

The taste is not amazing, but there are no misses and it has a calm atmosphere, making it a good place to have a leisurely meal with family or acquaintances. It could be suitable for when you want to eat out slowly, especially in contrast to Marugame Seimen nearby. ・Chashu Donburi ◆I will upload my dining records from around 2010, mainly in the Kansai region, that I have collected while eating out. Since my memories are vague about past records, the information may be uncertain, so please understand. For restaurants without ratings, my memories are particularly vague, so the records will be limited to what I remember, but all the restaurants were visited by me personally. ◇◆Rating Criteria◇ Ratings are given in increments of 0.5 points, with an average score of 3 points. 1 point: A place I never want to visit again 2 points: A place I want to avoid going to if possible 3 points: A place I want to visit a few times 4 points: A place I want to visit as many times as I want 5 points: A place that touched my soul

I finally got to visit a restaurant near my parents' house after almost 10 years. It was so delicious that I want to go there again when I come back home!

There is an elegant udon restaurant along the Yamate main street in Matsuiyamate. They offer daily set menus as well. It is a place where you will want to try various dishes.

I had a delicious meal at Kamisama Soba. I have visited multiple times. The soba noodles are thin and almost white in color. The tempura is crispy and very tasty. I had one tier of tempura and two tiers of soba.

The topping of the parent and child bowl with bonito dashi udon was excellent. The zaru soba also had a good flavor!

A locally beloved creative soba noodle restaurant that continues to be loved.