Gincho
A 2-minute walk from Mizusawa Station East Exit. This Showa-era shop serves the famous 'Mizusawa Black Ramen'. At just 530 yen for a bowl, the carefully made soup and noodles shine. A longstanding local favorite where regulars say 'I crave it out of nowhere.' Counted among 'the 3 greatest Iwate chuka soba' by enthusiasts.
Yahoo rating 3.67 (40 reviews). Tabelog 3.46 (197 reviews). Visited as recently as March 2025. Reviews from local regulars: 'Genuine quality at 530 yen.' 'A classic long-loved local spot.' 'Run by an elderly lady, great value.' Also featured on TikTok as one of 'Iwate's 3 great chuka soba.'