Shinkyo-tei
Founded 1967. A celebrated Iida ramen shop near Iida Station (relocated to Chuo-dori 4-chome; previously at the station entrance for over 60 years). Soft noodles (made with baking soda) and clear pork-chicken bone broth – the hallmark of Iida ramen – starting from just ¥600. The owner trained at Shangharo before going independent, creating one of Iida's two iconic ramen institutions beloved by locals. Tabelog 3.50, 192 reviews. Google Maps 4.1.
Reviews note: 'classic Chinese noodle shop near Iida Station, easy drop-in,' 'soft noodles with gentle broth,' 'stir-fried noodles also excellent,' 'unchanged value for money since Showa era,' 'soul food for those who grew up here,' 'the wonton is superb.' 4,715 Tabelog saves. Jalan Iida ramen #1.