One Zero is written and pronounced as Strong Style, right? This is a metaphysical standing soba shop that inherits the lineage of the authentic dark soy sauce from a ramen shop in Tokyo. It is located in a back alley about a 3-minute walk from Komagome Station. Despite being in the midst of Golden Week, the shop was open from 5:30 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon (they consider this as shortened hours), and except for the New Year's and Obon holidays, they are open every day like a reliable shop. Perfect for those who, like me, want to play with dark soy sauce anytime without choosing the time and place. When I arrived in front of the shop around noon, the inside was just full. I looked at the menu filled with various fried foods that I had seen many times and simulated my order. When a seat became available, I ordered "Thick soba with tempura, red pickled ginger, half wakame, half." The tempura consisted of garlic sprouts, garlic, onion, carrot, and chicken. Quite a cool choice, even if I say so myself. I paid in cash first, then sat down, and a bowl was handed to me when it was ready. The thick soba sinking in the dark soy sauce broth was truly dark soy sauce. It felt like it could suck you in as you stared at it. There was a fist-sized tempura. The attractive red pickled ginger tempura had a sour taste. Wakame was also served on the side. Slurping the soba with a strong bite, which is often found in recent one-yu-style shops, was quite satisfying. That's why I often end up eating it. The broth was not as spicy as it looked, but it had a strong umami flavor. The spiciness of the sliced ​​chili pepper was perfect with it. The tempura had a garlic flavor, but the balance between the batter and the ingredients was good, and it went well with the sour red pickled ginger tempura when soaked in the broth. The wakame had a crunchy texture, which was pleasing. Although it is considered a standing soba shop, there are stools available at the counter seats, and only small tables for one person. The tempura is plentiful, and the way to eat the noodles depends on your preference. A multi-use type of Strong Style where you can enjoy a bowl in various combinations. Personally, I think it is more refined and user-friendly than the original Ichiyuu.

I used it for lunch on Monday. It's about a 5-minute walk from Komagome Station, but it's hard to find because you can't see it from the main street. I ordered thick soba with chicken tempura and squid tempura. It came out quickly. Despite the cheap price, the chicken tempura and squid tempura were very large and delicious. The thick soba is quite a lot in the regular size, so next time I think I'll order a small size.

In any case, the main squid leg tempura and chicken tempura at this place are amazing. I'm satisfied with just half a squid leg tempura, but they only have jumbo or normal sizes. The squid leg tempura is quite filling, and as someone who goes to the gym, I feel guilty about it. They also have mixed tempura with red pickled ginger tempura, squid leg tempura, and onion tempura, but personally, I feel like there's not enough red pickled ginger. The squid leg tempura in the mixed tempura is okay though. Next time, I want to try pouring Yamagata soup over cold soba noodles, but it's difficult because they close at 3 pm.

The soba noodles were thick and delicious. The large portion cost 510 yen and was worth it, highly recommended. The tempura was pre-made so it wasn't piping hot, but still had a crispy texture and was tasty! This soba restaurant seems to be popular among locals as there was quite a line.

Entered the restaurant at 2:00 PM on a regular day. Six people left the restaurant at 2:11 PM. A rotation of six people finished eating soba noodles and chicken tempura in 10 minutes. The meal was delicious and satisfying, with the soup being not too spicy and easy to drink, and the chicken tempura being large and having a strong flavor of salt and pepper. The tempura had a substantial amount, possibly over 100g, and was thick and square, providing a satisfying chewy texture. All of this for only 470 yen. Once you try this, you won't want to eat station soba anymore. Thank you for the meal, I look forward to visiting again someday.

Sunday, revisited at 7:40 AM. On weekends and holidays, I ordered a big size five-ingredient mixed tempura soba, which was delicious! The tempura had various flavors and was very tasty. The broth here is really addictive and the soba noodles are easy to slurp, so personally I will be coming back again!

Visited after 7:30 in the morning feeling a bit sleep-deprived. I wanted to warm up my body in the morning, so I was thinking about what to have until I opened the entrance, and then I saw garlic soy sauce tempura in the showcase! I quickly decided and ordered a small portion of soba noodles with garlic soy sauce tempura and half a portion of seaweed, along with the tempura sushi that always disappears quickly, for 410 yen. The garlic soy sauce tempura has a rich flavor that doesn't lose to the broth, and it's delicious. The seaweed serves as a palate cleanser and helps reset your taste buds, so you can keep eating more! As always, I'm hooked on this soba noodles, it goes perfectly with the broth. The pitch-black broth really woke me up, haha. The tempura has a gentle flavor and is easy to eat, and I finished it in no time.

Located in a back alley a short walk from Komagome Station, this soba restaurant was packed when I visited around 1pm on a weekend, with a line of people waiting. It's a popular spot where customers keep coming in. The atmosphere is quiet, and the owner doesn't talk much, so I was a bit nervous about ordering, but the owner takes orders one by one, so you just have to wait. You pay upfront after ordering. I ordered the thick soba noodles and the specialty toriten (chicken tempura), which was large and flavorful. The dipping sauce was dark and rich in flavor, typical of Kanto style, and very delicious. After finishing your meal, you bring your dishes to the dish return area yourself. Many customers were also getting just the tempura to go.

On a hot day in late summer, I walked a few minutes from Komagome Station to a noodle shop. It was just past 1 PM and there were about 4 people waiting in line. I ordered the thick soba noodles in a small size, served warm, with squid tempura, chicken tempura, and GTO (squid and chicken meatball) topped with plenty of green onions. It cost 550 yen. The soup was as dark as rumored, but surprisingly light in flavor, with a classic taste of bonito and kelp. The thick noodles had a satisfying chewy texture. The squid tempura had chunks of squid legs inside, and the crispy coating gradually melted into the soup, creating a nice combination. The chicken tempura was generous in portion, and the GTO had a hint of spice that added a nice touch to the simple broth. Despite ordering a small size, I left feeling fully satisfied. This place is a reliable choice for both your wallet and your taste buds if you happen to be nearby.

For breakfast today, I went to the standing soba shop called Ichimaru in Komagome. I had heard good things about it and wanted to try it out. I stopped by before heading to work on Saturday. Surprisingly, there were seats available instead of just standing. I ordered the Jumbo Geso Tempura with thick soba noodles. The broth was on the richer side, which I like. The Jumbo Geso Tempura was delicious, just as the reviews said. The tempura squid was cut into bite-sized pieces, making it easy to eat. The shop is not very big, so there was a line forming. I will definitely visit again.

I often go to Ichiryu Soba to eat, and I was curious about this branch with a different nameplate. I finally had the chance to visit when I had some business in Komagome. The restaurant has more chairs, and it's more of a sit-down place rather than a stand-and-eat place like the original. My go-to order at Ichiryu Soba is the thick soba noodles served cold with tempura B and half wakame seaweed. When I asked for half wakame, they mentioned that it's already a generous portion. The tempura B was crispy on the outside and tasted almost the same as at Ichiryu Soba. It seemed less crowded than Ichiryu Soba, so I could enjoy my meal in a more relaxed atmosphere. Thank you for the meal.

I stopped by this soba restaurant on my way from Nippori to Azabu-Juban, where I had to transfer to the Namboku Line at Komagome. Despite being a standing soba shop, they also have seating available. Just like the reviews I read, I found the soba here to be delicious and very reasonably priced. The soba noodles were thick and dark, reminiscent of the country-style soba you might find in Nagano. I ordered a regular size with less noodles and a side of fried squid for only 330 yen! It felt like I was dining at a popular udon shop in Kagawa. The fried squid was also similar to the ones served at famous shops in Kagawa. I would love to have a place like this in my neighborhood. Thank you for the meal.

I visited for an early lunch and had the Jumbo Thick Soba with Chicken Tempura and a raw egg. The buckwheat noodles had a satisfying chewiness, making it a bit difficult to slurp them up. Eating them on a hot day while sweating felt refreshing. I just kept eating without thinking about anything else. When I left the restaurant, I felt a sense of exhilaration.

[Location] 3 minutes walk from Komagome Station [Date/Time] August 19, 2023 (Saturday) 9:30 AM [Dishes/Prices] - Thick Soba Noodles (Hot) - 320 yen - Jumbo Tempura Geoduck - 200 yen - Half portion of Pickled Ginger Tempura - 70 yen Total: 590 yen (including tax) [Impressions] Located in a back alley near Komagome Station, this soba restaurant is affiliated with the popular Ichiryu Soba in Nishi-Nippori. I visited with a friend who recommended Ichiryu Soba from Kansai. Despite it being a weekday during the Bon holiday, we were able to enter without waiting in line. Although it is a soba restaurant, there were chairs available for seating. We ordered the popular Jumbo Tempura Geoduck and a half portion of Pickled Ginger Tempura along with the Hot Thick Soba Noodles. The thick soba noodles were chewy and had a nice texture. The broth, despite its dark and rich appearance, was slightly sweet and easy to drink. The Jumbo Tempura Geoduck, a specialty, was huge, crispy, and delicious with the broth soaked in. The Pickled Ginger Tempura was also large and crispy, which was great. Overall, the food was quite delicious. Considering the amount we ate, the price of 590 yen was excellent value for money and we left very satisfied. I also felt like visiting Ichiryu Soba someday.

Thick soba noodles with kakiage tempura, raw egg, at Tachigui Soba Club in Komagome. The large serving of thick soba noodles costs 480 yen, kakiage tempura is 160 yen, and raw egg is 90 yen. The thick soba noodles go well with the jet-black sweet and savory dipping sauce, offering a chewy and satisfying texture. Be careful with the sliced red chili pepper as it is spicy! Thank you for the delicious meal.

While wandering around Sugamo and Komagome, I stumbled upon a soba restaurant with an exterior that just screamed delicious. After checking on Tabelog and seeing the high reviews, I decided to give it a try. I ordered their specialty thick soba noodles and squid tempura. The regular size soba was only 320 yen and the squid tempura was 160 yen, which was unbelievably cheap! The prices for other menu items were also very reasonable considering the location. The portion sizes were generous, making this place a true gem in terms of cost performance. I will definitely visit again if I'm in the area. Thank you for the meal!

After the Obon holiday, I went to a soba restaurant! I ordered thick soba noodles, normal size, with half portions of pickled ginger and chrysanthemum tempura. It arrived in about 2 minutes, piping hot! The broth was hot and delicious! The thick soba noodles had a nice chewy texture and the saltiness was just right. The pickled ginger tempura had a great flavor, but the chrysanthemum tempura was a bit of a letdown - I should have ordered a whole piece instead of half. Be careful with the sliced red pepper - it's really spicy! Unfortunately, they were cleaning the ventilation fan next to where they were cooking, which was not good. The cold water they served was lukewarm. The chairs were uncomfortable with sharp edges. The soba was tasty, but the lack of hygiene during cooking and cleaning was disappointing. Thank you for the meal. I will not be visiting again! Frustrating!

Thank you for the delicious meal as always. I came to Ichimaru Soba in Komagome. I ordered the specialty Futo Soba with Gomoku Kakiage and a bite-sized garlic soy sauce chicken tempura topping (570 yen). The Futo Soba has a stronger texture than regular soba, with a distinct wheat aroma that I really like.

Recently, the restaurant closes at 3 o'clock, so I arrived just after noon. Luckily, there was a seat available and I didn't have to wait. I ordered the warm soba noodles in a regular size, as well as the East and West Yokozuna (deep-fried squid and chicken). I also added a half order of red ginger tempura for 650 yen. The deep-fried squid had large pieces that were connected with batter, and it was delicious as always. The chicken tempura was thick, big, and super tasty! I might become a fan of the chicken tempura. Thank you for the meal!

Visited Jumbo Geso Tempura around 11:40 on Friday. Had Garlic Soy Sauce Chicken Tempura, Spring Chrysanthemum Tempura, and Half-size Soba. Also had a salmon rice ball. The total cost was 780 yen. The geso tempura had a good volume and nice texture as always. The Garlic Soy Sauce Chicken Tempura had a strong garlic soy sauce flavor that paired well with the dipping sauce. The Spring Chrysanthemum Tempura had a pleasant bitterness to it.

I visited during a regular lunch break. It was just past 12 o'clock, but I was seated right away. It was a hot day, so I ordered the chilled soba noodles. Chilled soba noodles (regular) for 350 yen, Yamagata dashi for 200 yen, and spring chrysanthemum tempura for 130 yen. It was served in 2-3 minutes. The thick soba noodles had a satisfying texture, and the cold dipping sauce was delicious, especially with the Yamagata dashi. The spring chrysanthemum tempura was crispy and I finished it quickly. Personally, I also like the curry and hot soba noodles set. I prefer thinner noodles, but overall, it was a delicious meal. Thank you for the meal.