Menya Kotetu
Founded 2010. Ramen shop right by Nagahama Station, with a matured soup continuously replenished since opening. The Rich Chicken Soba using domestic and locally-sourced Nagahama ingredients won the chicken paitan grand prix. Known among Kansai ramen enthusiasts as the representative ramen of Nagahama, listed on the official Shiga tourism website. Tabelog 3.51 (171 reviews). Relocated to 6-31 Motohamacho in 2020.
Regulars say the matured soup, continuously replenished since opening, creates incredible depth. Won the chicken paitan grand prix in Kansai ramen magazines. Tabelog 3.51 (171 reviews). The convenient 2-minute walk from Nagahama Station makes it popular for local business lunches.