🍜 Chuka Men Ki-raku (中華麺店 喜楽)

About an 8-minute walk from Shibuya Station's Hachiko Square, there is a Chinese restaurant that has been operating for over 70 years along the bustling street full of Showa-era atmosphere, "Shibuya Hyakkendai Shoten". The restaurant is famous for its various noodle dishes, selling around 400 bowls a day. The signature dish, "中華麺" (Chūka-men), features a rich soy sauce-based broth infused with aromatic fried shallots. The thick, straight noodles come topped with substantial slices of char siu pork, bean sprouts, and soy-braised eggs, making for a very filling meal. Another popular option is the "もやしワンタン" (Moyashi Wonton), which includes six plump wontons along with stir-fried bean sprouts, carrots, and chives, offering a nostalgic Taiwanese ramen flavor. In addition to noodle dishes, there are also fried rice, Chinese-style rice bowls, dumplings, and a variety of stir-fried dishes. A few stir-fried items paired with white rice and Chinese soup can be enjoyed as a set meal. Being a popular eatery, there is often a long line during operating hours; however, with quick turnover, it usually takes around 10 minutes to be seated for a group of five. If you want to enjoy Chinese cuisine, especially ramen, in Shibuya, this place is highly recommended, though it's advised to be prepared for a wait.

A Chinese restaurant in Shibuya that has been operating for over 70 years. It is famous for its noodles, selling up to 400 bowls a day. The signature dish is "中華麵" (Chūka Men), with a soy sauce broth topped with fried scallions. In addition to noodles, there is a rich selection of fried rice, Chinese-style rice bowls, dumplings, and stir-fried dishes. Although there is often a long line, the quick table turnover means you won't have to wait long.