Namie Yakisoba

Namie yakisoba is a local fried noodle dish long loved in the town of Namie in the Hamadori coastal area of Fukushima. Above all, its defining trait is the extra thick noodle, said to be about three times the usual width.

Highlights

Noodles as thick as udon are combined with a simple filling of just pork and bean sprouts and coated in a rich sauce. Remarkably filling, it is said to have been created to keep laborers satisfied. Sprinkling seven spice chili is the connoisseur way to enjoy it, and it has earned high praise at B grade gourmet festivals.

Enjoying the Seasons

It is an everyday taste to enjoy year round. A staple at food stalls during local festivals and events, a mouthful of the piping hot noodles restores your energy. It also makes a fine lunch while driving along the coast.

Access and Basic Information

It can be enjoyed at eateries in Namie and at the Michi no Eki Namie roadside station. The thick noodles are also sold dried or fresh, so you can recreate the dish at home. It is a taste rooted in the community as a symbol of recovery.

A Quick Tip

The trick is to fry the thick noodles thoroughly. Keep the crunch of the bean sprouts while coating everything in sauce to come close to the shop flavor.