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Ganso Tamaruya

Rating90SCORE
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。
Tabelog 3.62 with 1,920 reviews.
Founded in 1582, this is the originator of Mizusawa Udon, one of Japan's three great udon varieties.
The score slightly below 3.7 reflects the harsher reviews mixed in from tourist destination visitors; the overwhelming accumulation of 1,920 reviews and 440+ years of history as 'THE Mizusawa udon place' speak for themselves.
Numerous genuine visit posts on X and blogs.
No PR involvement.
No fake reviews (a 440-year-old institution has no need for them).
Popular Dishes
Mizusawa Udon (cold/chilled, with soy sauce or sesame dipping sauce)
水沢うどん（ざる・醤油つゆ・胡麻つゆ）
Tempura Platter
天ぷら盛り合わせ
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Founded in 1582 (Tensho 10), this legendary shop is recognized as the originator of Mizusawa Udon, one of Japan's three great udon noodles. Tabelog 3.62 with 1,920 reviews, the oldest shop on the Mizusawa Udon Street in Ikaho Onsen. The translucent noodles—made only with Mizusawa spring water, domestic wheat, and natural salt—have an extraordinary firm, smooth texture. Located right beside the Mizusawa Kanzeon Temple gate.

Reviews say: 'The original home of Mizusawa Udon,' 'The history since 1582 is embedded in every bite,' 'A must-visit when in Ikaho,' 'The noodle quality is on a different level compared to other Mizusawa udon shops.' Tabelog 3.62 with 1,920 reviews.

Business Hours
Mon・Tue09:00-15:00
WedClosed
Thu – Sun09:00-15:00
Regular Holiday：Wednesday（売り切れ次第終了）
Phone0279-72-3019Call
Access
Near Mizusawa Kanzeon Temple in Ikaho Onsen. Best accessed by car (parking available). Also accessible by bus from Ikaho Bus Terminal. Closes when sold out (often before afternoon).
206-1 Mizusawa, Ikahomachi, Shibukawa City, Gunma
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
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Ganso Tamaruya

Rating90SCORE
Popular Dishes
Mizusawa Udon (cold/chilled, with soy sauce or sesame dipping sauce)
水沢うどん（ざる・醤油つゆ・胡麻つゆ）
Tempura Platter
天ぷら盛り合わせ
Business Hours
Mon・Tue09:00-15:00
WedClosed
Thu – Sun09:00-15:00
Regular Holiday：Wednesday（売り切れ次第終了）
Access
Near Mizusawa Kanzeon Temple in Ikaho Onsen. Best accessed by car (parking available). Also accessible by bus from Ikaho Bus Terminal. Closes when sold out (often before afternoon).
206-1 Mizusawa, Ikahomachi, Shibukawa City, Gunma
Phone0279-72-3019
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
View larger map
Reserve on Hot PepperOpen in Google MapsView on TabelogOfficial Website
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。
Tabelog 3.62 with 1,920 reviews.
Founded in 1582, this is the originator of Mizusawa Udon, one of Japan's three great udon varieties.
The score slightly below 3.7 reflects the harsher reviews mixed in from tourist destination visitors; the overwhelming accumulation of 1,920 reviews and 440+ years of history as 'THE Mizusawa udon place' speak for themselves.
Numerous genuine visit posts on X and blogs.
No PR involvement.
No fake reviews (a 440-year-old institution has no need for them).
90SCORE
What a score of 90 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

Founded in 1582 (Tensho 10), this legendary shop is recognized as the originator of Mizusawa Udon, one of Japan's three great udon noodles. Tabelog 3.62 with 1,920 reviews, the oldest shop on the Mizusawa Udon Street in Ikaho Onsen. The translucent noodles—made only with Mizusawa spring water, domestic wheat, and natural salt—have an extraordinary firm, smooth texture. Located right beside the Mizusawa Kanzeon Temple gate.

Reviews say: 'The original home of Mizusawa Udon,' 'The history since 1582 is embedded in every bite,' 'A must-visit when in Ikaho,' 'The noodle quality is on a different level compared to other Mizusawa udon shops.' Tabelog 3.62 with 1,920 reviews.

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