Houraku
A converted house-style diner tucked in the residential streets of Shimabara, locally acclaimed as 'the best champon in Shimabara.' Carefully crafted champon is served for around 1,000 yen in a warm, homey setting. Featured on BS Japan's TV show as the 'champon specialist hidden in the residential area.' Selected for Tabelog Shokudo (Diner) 100 Best 2026.
Regulars say: 'I've been coming here for years for this champon — the soul food of Nagasaki' and 'There's nowhere else to go when I visit Shimabara.' Tabelog reviewers note 'generous toppings, gentle flavors' and 'the thin sara udon noodles are exceptional.' Many describe the house-like setting as 'feeling like visiting a relative's home.'