Onomichi Ramen

Onomichi ramen features a soy based broth flavored with stock from small Seto Inland Sea fish, topped with rich bits of pork back fat. The light dashi and the mellow fat harmonize beautifully, clinging to the flat, medium thin noodles. It is a flavor rooted in the hillside port town of Onomichi.

Highlights

The droplets of pork fat floating on the clear soy broth look as tempting as they taste. The broth, deep with seafood umami, makes you want to drink it to the last drop. Simple toppings of sliced pork, bamboo shoots, and green onion let the soup and noodles shine.

Enjoying the Seasons

A warm bowl is especially comforting in the cold season. It is perfect for warming up after wandering Onomichis slopes, temples, and shrines. Even in summer its light flavor tempts the appetite, enjoyed year round as a bowl to follow the Seto Inland Sea views.

Access and Basic Information

Renowned shops are scattered around JR Onomichi Station and the retro shopping arcade. Known as the starting point for cycling the Shimanami Kaido, Onomichi is an easy stop along a journey. Popular shops can draw lines at lunchtime.

A Quick Tip

The amount of pork fat shapes the broths richness, so choosing a shop to match your taste is part of the fun. Enjoyed after a tiring stroll, the umami soaks in even more deeply. Local takeaway noodle kits let you recreate the taste at home.