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Yunodai Shokudo

Rating92SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Dominant across all metrics: Yahoo 4.19 (75 reviews), Tabelog 3.56 (255 reviews), Ramen DB 83.6 (Akita #1).
Established brand with mail-order on Takumen.com and active official X account.
Confirmed background training at Michelin Bib Gourmand shop.
Latest visit report from autumn 2025 confirms ongoing operation.
No PR deals.
Many shocked reviews calling it 'abnormally good for a regional shop.' Nationally recognized as one of Akita's finest ramen shops.
Popular Dishes
Shoyu Chuka Soba (No Additives, Handmade Noodles) 900 yen
中華そば醤油（無化調・自家製麺）900円
Cold Niboshi Chuka
冷やし煮干し中華
Niku Soba Large 1
肉そば（大）1
450 yen
450円
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Reopened in 2017 by an owner trained at Tokyo's Michelin Bib Gourmand 'Menya Nanairo.' Despite its remote mountain location at the foot of Mt. Chokai, ramen enthusiasts gather from across Japan. Ranked #1 in Akita Prefecture on Ramen DB (83.6 points). Additive-free, handmade noodles, seasonal ingredients—reviewers call it 'abnormally good for a regional shop.' Mail-order ramen available on Takumen.com. Weekend lines of over 1 hour.

Yahoo rating 4.19 (75 reviews). Tabelog 3.56 (255 reviews). Ramen DB score 83.6, #1 in Akita. Reviews from locals and out-of-prefecture visitors: 'I eat here at least once a week.' 'Rivals Tokyo's best ramen shops.' 'Abnormal quality for a mountain location.' 'Mail-order ramen also popular.' Visits confirmed as recently as autumn 2025.

Business Hours
MonClosed
Tue – Sun11:00-15:00
Regular Holiday：Monday, 第3Tuesday
Access
5-10 minutes by car from Kisakata IC toward the mountains. Right in front of Yunodai Onsen. Parking available. Arrive before opening on weekends to avoid a long wait. Closed Mondays and 3rd Tuesdays. Community bus from Kisakata Station on weekdays.
1 Manukiyachi, Yokooka, Kisakata-cho, Nikaho, Akita
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Yunodai Shokudo

Rating92SCORE
Popular Dishes
Shoyu Chuka Soba (No Additives, Handmade Noodles) 900 yen
中華そば醤油（無化調・自家製麺）900円
Cold Niboshi Chuka
冷やし煮干し中華
Niku Soba Large 1
肉そば（大）1
450 yen
450円
Business Hours
MonClosed
Tue – Sun11:00-15:00
Regular Holiday：Monday, 第3Tuesday
Access
5-10 minutes by car from Kisakata IC toward the mountains. Right in front of Yunodai Onsen. Parking available. Arrive before opening on weekends to avoid a long wait. Closed Mondays and 3rd Tuesdays. Community bus from Kisakata Station on weekdays.
1 Manukiyachi, Yokooka, Kisakata-cho, Nikaho, Akita
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not Available
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Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Dominant across all metrics: Yahoo 4.19 (75 reviews), Tabelog 3.56 (255 reviews), Ramen DB 83.6 (Akita #1).
Established brand with mail-order on Takumen.com and active official X account.
Confirmed background training at Michelin Bib Gourmand shop.
Latest visit report from autumn 2025 confirms ongoing operation.
No PR deals.
Many shocked reviews calling it 'abnormally good for a regional shop.' Nationally recognized as one of Akita's finest ramen shops.
92SCORE
What a score of 92 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

Reopened in 2017 by an owner trained at Tokyo's Michelin Bib Gourmand 'Menya Nanairo.' Despite its remote mountain location at the foot of Mt. Chokai, ramen enthusiasts gather from across Japan. Ranked #1 in Akita Prefecture on Ramen DB (83.6 points). Additive-free, handmade noodles, seasonal ingredients—reviewers call it 'abnormally good for a regional shop.' Mail-order ramen available on Takumen.com. Weekend lines of over 1 hour.

Yahoo rating 4.19 (75 reviews). Tabelog 3.56 (255 reviews). Ramen DB score 83.6, #1 in Akita. Reviews from locals and out-of-prefecture visitors: 'I eat here at least once a week.' 'Rivals Tokyo's best ramen shops.' 'Abnormal quality for a mountain location.' 'Mail-order ramen also popular.' Visits confirmed as recently as autumn 2025.

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