Menkobou Muguruma
Founded in 1926, this is a nearly 100-year-old udon restaurant in Higashikagawa City. Features chewy mochi-like noodles made with an unusually high 54% hydration. Signature kamanuki udon puts freshly boiled noodles directly in the bowl with boiled egg, bonito flakes, and soy sauce — an addictive classic. Listed in Sanuki Udon Henro and Shikoku Shimbun, a locally recognized institution.
Multiple media praise it: 'Nearly 100-year history but prices unchanged,' 'the chewy texture is completely different from other shops,' 'the origin of Sanuki udon.' Featured in Shikoku Shimbun and Sanuki Udon Henro. Listed on Higashikagawa City tourism site.