Ramen Sand
Ranked #1 among Iwate Prefecture ramen shops on Tabelog. The chef makes only 3 bowls at a time, hand-making noodles fresh daily and blending broth from Hinai Jidori and Shamorock chicken. Located in a residential neighborhood — a true favorite of local ramen enthusiasts.
Tabelog 3.66 with 417 reviews — ranked #1 for Iwate ramen. Frequent praise for 'highly refined soy ramen' and 'the best in Morioka.' High marks on Yahoo Maps too. The residential location and local-centered clientele confirm this is genuine popularity, not tourist-targeted.