Shiojiri, Nagano, Japan｜Katomura Shiojiri

We found this superb wee noodle place by chance, and were unsure what ‘oil soba’ meant. However the master welcomed us in to his clean and tidy restaurant and explained it’s basically ramen without the soup, was delicious with various portion size and toppings available, highly recommended I would definitely return if I am ever in Shiojiri again.

We visited with a family of 3 children and 2 adults. When you enter the store, there are 6 to 7 counter seats. Is there a table in the back right that can fit about 4 people? He showed me to the counter. I went there just as it opened at 5pm on the last day of the three-day holiday, and it seemed to be extremely busy during lunch hours. I wasn't able to clean up and prepare in time. It takes time to serve meals... The owner said apologetically. He explained the situation. He seemed like a soft-spoken person. I ordered abura soba and boiled gyoza. Both were very delicious. The ramen had thick noodles with a strong flavor and was very filling. The gyoza was light and easy to eat. I would also like to visit you if you have a chance. Thank you for the meal.

I've been going to this store every week for about two years. This is a very delicious abura soba restaurant. When I read reviews, I often read about the attitude of the store owner, but I have never seen him behave like that. It is true that when infection control measures were being strengthened, there were times when we warned customers who were talking without masks, but it was in a general manner, not in a commanding tone. Maybe I'm writing a little too much? I will think. I am sorry if there are people who are hesitant to go because of such reviews, so I am writing this. Thank you for reading this far. It's a very delicious restaurant, so I recommend it. Also, I recommend the salted pork soup from this restaurant!