Kumamoto Ramen Buddagaya
A long-established Kumamoto ramen restaurant in Odawara, founded in 1978, known for refusing media coverage. Tabelog 3.63, 491 reviews of long-standing high ratings. The signature is the tonkotsu soup with ma-yu oil and braised pork belly (tarou) inherited from the owner's training at Keika Ramen. A hidden gem run by an elderly couple.
Many say 'I always stop here when I come to Odawara' and 'authentic Kumamoto ramen with old Showa atmosphere.' The ma-yu fragrant soup and tender tarou have been beloved by local regulars for 40+ years.