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Teuchi Chuka Yatabe

Rating80SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Trained at Tora Shokudo; established distinct Yatabe style.
Tabelog 3.52/152 reviews.
3.52
TripAdvisor 4.2/5, #14 of 104 in Shirakawa.
4.2
Yahoo!
Maps 4.35.
Listed in Shirakawa tourism guides.
'Complimentary chicken-bone broth while waiting' unique hospitality creates loyal regulars.
No PR campaign traces.
Independently confirmed actual August 2025 visit record (6 groups waiting before opening) via Tabelog.
No closure information.
Popular Dishes
Hand-made Chuka Soba
手打中華そば
Wonton Ramen
ワンタンメン
Chashu Ramen
チャーシューメン
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A celebrated Shirakawa ramen shop near Shirakawa no Seki, run by a chef who trained at Tora Shokudo. Known as the 'Yatabe style,' the shop distinguishes itself by serving complimentary chicken-bone broth as a welcome drink while you wait. The hand-made flat noodles have a distinctive chewy texture different from Tora Shokudo. Tabelog 3.52/152 reviews, TripAdvisor 4.2. Yahoo! Maps 4.35. Cash only, under 1,000 JPY.

Reviews consistently mention: 'The chicken-bone soup served while waiting is the best appetizer,' 'Love the originality of the Yatabe style,' 'A bowl enjoyed near the historical Shirakawa Barrier.' Confirmed 6 groups waiting before opening in August 2025. Locals have been visiting for years. Yahoo! Maps rating of 4.35 reflects strong local support.

Business Hours
Mon – Wed11:00-18:00
ThuClosed
Fri – Sun11:00-18:00
Regular Holiday：Thursday・第3Friday
Phone0248-32-2007Call
Access
Parking available. Cash only. Near Shirakawa no Seki historical site. 1 min walk from 'Shirakawa no Seki' bus stop.
74-1 Hatajuku Hirodai, Shirakawa, Fukushima
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Teuchi Chuka Yatabe

Rating80SCORE
Popular Dishes
Hand-made Chuka Soba
手打中華そば
Wonton Ramen
ワンタンメン
Chashu Ramen
チャーシューメン
Business Hours
Mon – Wed11:00-18:00
ThuClosed
Fri – Sun11:00-18:00
Regular Holiday：Thursday・第3Friday
Access
Parking available. Cash only. Near Shirakawa no Seki historical site. 1 min walk from 'Shirakawa no Seki' bus stop.
74-1 Hatajuku Hirodai, Shirakawa, Fukushima
Phone0248-32-2007
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not Available
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Open in Google MapsView on Tabelog
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Trained at Tora Shokudo; established distinct Yatabe style.
Tabelog 3.52/152 reviews.
3.52
TripAdvisor 4.2/5, #14 of 104 in Shirakawa.
4.2
Yahoo!
Maps 4.35.
Listed in Shirakawa tourism guides.
'Complimentary chicken-bone broth while waiting' unique hospitality creates loyal regulars.
No PR campaign traces.
Independently confirmed actual August 2025 visit record (6 groups waiting before opening) via Tabelog.
No closure information.
80SCORE
What a score of 80 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

A celebrated Shirakawa ramen shop near Shirakawa no Seki, run by a chef who trained at Tora Shokudo. Known as the 'Yatabe style,' the shop distinguishes itself by serving complimentary chicken-bone broth as a welcome drink while you wait. The hand-made flat noodles have a distinctive chewy texture different from Tora Shokudo. Tabelog 3.52/152 reviews, TripAdvisor 4.2. Yahoo! Maps 4.35. Cash only, under 1,000 JPY.

Reviews consistently mention: 'The chicken-bone soup served while waiting is the best appetizer,' 'Love the originality of the Yatabe style,' 'A bowl enjoyed near the historical Shirakawa Barrier.' Confirmed 6 groups waiting before opening in August 2025. Locals have been visiting for years. Yahoo! Maps rating of 4.35 reflects strong local support.

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