Mendokoro Issei
A udon and soba shop directly operated by a noodle factory, located right beside Saga Castle ruins. Known for homemade noodles using 100% Saga Prefecture wheat and additive-free dashi. 377 Google reviews at 4.0 stars—a regular on Saga City udon rankings. Tenzaru udon is the #1 menu item. Conveniently close to Saga Castle Honmaru Museum and the prefectural museum, it is a long-loved lunch spot for locals. Takeout is also available, making it ideal for a meal after visiting Saga Castle.
'I always stop here when visiting Saga Castle. The handmade noodles have a bite unlike anywhere else.' 'You can taste the care behind using 100% Saga wheat.' 'Tenzaru udon is my summer staple—the dashi is refined and never tiring.' 'Operated directly by the noodle factory means unmatched noodle freshness. Coming back for sure.'
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