Teuchi Chuka Soba Tora Shokudo
Founded in 1969, the birthplace of Shirakawa ramen. Hand-made noodles from scratch, chemical-free broth using whole chicken and pork bones. Credited with introducing Shirakawa ramen nationwide. Tabelog 100 Best Ramen EAST for 9 consecutive years (2017–2025). Numbered tickets distributed from 8:30 AM; queues before opening are routine. Roasted Pork Ramen 1,270 JPY, with wonton 1,500 JPY. 40+ parking spaces.
Reviews consistently say: 'There's nowhere else when you're in Shirakawa,' 'Worth queuing from morning,' 'The authentic taste unchanged in over 50 years.' Over 1,700 Tabelog reviews all from genuine visitors. TripAdvisor #1 in Shirakawa (4.2/5). #1 ramen in Fukushima on Tabelog.