The Second Mataichi

Ramen Mataichi 2

Ramen restaurant • 1-chōme-4-6 Tsurugata, Kurashiki, Okayama 710-0056, Japan

3.6(260 reviews)

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A deep, black flavor lingers in the long-established establishment of Kurashiki

"The Second Mataichi", standing in the streets of Kurashiki, is a long-established ramen shop with a history of over 50 years. Upon stepping into the store, one is enveloped in a retro atmosphere. The wooden structure and aged furniture and decorations seem to have brought the past back to life, transcending time and space.

When the 'Mataichi Ramen' is served, thick noodles float in the dark, rich soup. With one sip, the rich umami of the chicken broth base spreads in the mouth. The soy sauce colored soup has a thick texture and a unique flavor that cannot be found elsewhere.

The noodles are medium-thick straight, with a chewy texture. The chashu is soft and juicy, with plenty of meat and ingredients. The price is reasonable at 700 yen.

'The Second Mataichi' pursues a innovative flavor while retaining the dignity of the long-established shop. When sightseeing in Kurashiki, why not stop by? You should encounter a dedicated bowl that coexists with nostalgia and freshness.

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Reviews

4(2 months ago)

mary requiem

A long-established local ramen shop in Kurashiki that has been in business for over 50 years. The inside of the store has a nice atmosphere that gives you a real sense of history and it feels like an old-fashioned ramen shop. There are many stylish ramen shops like cafes in Tokyo, but I prefer the unpretentious atmosphere of this food stall. Order Mataichi Ramen (700 yen) It's a pitch-black soup that reflects the color of the soy sauce, and has a thick, thick chicken bone (?) flavor.It actually has a strong flavor, but it's addictive. It was ramen that I had never tasted anywhere else. There's plenty of chashu and toppings, and it's cheap at 700 yen. It might not be to everyone's taste, but I like it

2(a month ago)

lantern

Traditional chicken stock soup, soy sauce is dark in color and the noodles are a little hard. Characterized by a richly flavored chashu. 7 seats at the counter, tables next to the wall? The restaurant only has about 4 seats, so it may not be suitable for families with small children. For the male staff, it is hygienic for them to cook or slice the chashu with their hands after touching a smartphone or IQOS. The store started opening after opening time, so I almost had to leave.

4(2 weeks ago)

もーさん

Kurashiki's famous ramen shop has been around for a long time. The ramen is so dark that you might think it's made from soy sauce, but when you eat it, it's easier to eat than it looks and it's delicious.

1(9 months ago)

つぼじい

I don't write bad reviews, but... First of all, the store wasn't open even at opening time. When I visited again around 12:00, it was open and I went in, but the seats were nearly 70% occupied, so I got the impression that it was popular. I order and get some water myself, but the water is cloudy, or rather, it has sediment. That alone made me lose the desire to eat. The Mataichi soba I ordered came and I ate it, but personally I didn't really like it. Is the base Ninja-kei in Hamamatsu? I thought the soup was reasonably delicious, but maybe it was because the water tasted bad? When I visited, there were young people working alone, and I think it's difficult, but they're pretty okay with dirty restaurants, but I personally can't handle it when hygiene is the most important aspect of a restaurant.

3(6 months ago)

Jax

It's a popular store in Kurashiki, but I feel like the counter and the seasoning bottles aren't kept well-cleaned. I usually don't mind a place being a little dirty as long as it's lively and has a good atmosphere, but this time it really bothered me. Partly because I was concerned about the cleanliness, I also became skeptical about the taste. I don't think I'll go here again.

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