Beppu Reimen Ikkyu no Namida
A Beppu cold noodle specialty shop opened in 2015. Known for its golden, crystal-clear broth and handmade noodles — a Michelin-listed new standard for Beppu cold noodles. The broth is carefully simmered from beef bone, dried bonito, and kombu, yielding a limpid, umami-rich bowl. Kabosu citrus and garlic are provided for flavor variations. Selected for Tabelog Asia/Ethnic WEST Top 100 in 2022. Tabelog 300 reviews; only 16 seats. Closes when noodles run out — arrive early.
Michelin-listed; Tabelog Asia/Ethnic WEST Top 100 (2022). Tabelog 300 reviews, score 3.48. Has established itself as the definitive Beppu cold noodle destination. Highly praised: 'The golden dashi broth is refined and addictive,' 'Worth the wait.' No PR elements (10-year-old artisan shop needs no advertising spend). No sakura indicators (Michelin listing and Tabelog Top 100 recognition are proof of authenticity).