🍜 Chūka Ramen Haruki-ya Ogikubo Main Store

A traditional ramen shop that has been passing down its flavors for generations has been serving exquisite ramen for over 70 years. The restaurant remains unaffected by trends, and its seemingly simple yet meticulously crafted flavors are beloved by customers. There is even a family that has been regulars for three generations, and it has attracted renowned foodies as well. The shop uses homemade noodles, crafted from a blend of various flours mixed with alkaline water and kneaded. The proportions are adjusted according to the day's climate and humidity, striving to create noodles that are chewy and have the aroma of fresh flour. Another meticulous method involves hand-pressing the noodles in the final step, giving them a slight wavy shape to better hold the broth. The refreshing Japanese-style broth is made by simmering vegetables and chicken bones, then blending in dried fish and bonito flakes for depth. The shop's unique soy sauce is the key to enriching the broth's layers and enhancing its flavor. In addition to the original shop in Ogikubo, there are now branches located in the food courts of JR Kichijoji Station and LAZONA Kawasaki Shopping Center.

A long-established shop with over 70 years of heritage, this traditional ramen attracts even the most discerning foodies. They use homemade noodles that are chewy and carry the aroma of fresh flour. The broth, flavored with soy sauce and enhanced with a rich dashi, offers a refreshing taste.