Osakaya
Founded in 1949, widely regarded as the birthplace of Ube-style ramen. The founder trained in Kurume, Fukuoka, then set up a food stall in Ube. The aged pork bone soup with thick noodles is the very origin of Ube ramen culture. Now run by the 3rd generation, the 550-yen bowl is beloved as 'the root of Ube ramen'.
Tabelog 113 reviews / 1,685 saves. Yahoo Maps 4.29 / 30 reviews. 'Never get tired of it', 'the origin of Ube ramen' — common phrases from regulars. A tiny shop (6 counter, 2 tables) that still fills up. Extraordinary value at 550 yen. Called 'a flavor you never tire of', sustaining 76 years of loyal customers.