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Thursday, September 12, 2024

Hakata’s Udon Gems: Two Must-Try Udon Restaurants in Hakata, Fukuoka

My husband and I are planning to stay in Hakata, Fukuoka for our next trip to Japan. Since Fukuoka is our hometown, we’re excited to visit and indulge in its popular local foods. Fukuoka is renowned for its rich culinary culture, offering a variety of delicious dishes such as tonkotsu ramen, mentaiko, and fresh seafood1. I’ve already created a list of restaurants we want to try, and we’re looking forward to savoring the unique flavors that Fukuoka has to offer.

The List of Foods I Want to Enjoy in Fukuoka

・Tempura

・Udon Noodles with Burdock Root Tempura

・Fresh Seafood

Today, my article will be all about udon noodle restaurants.

Udon Noodles (うどん)

When you think of famous noodles in Hakata, Hakata tonkotsu ramen probably comes to mind first. However, some locals suggest that when you visit Fukuoka, you should try udon noodles instead. Interestingly, udon is believed to have originated in Hakata, Fukuoka. The unique feature of udon noodles in Fukuoka is their incredible tenderness. Some restaurants even serve noodles with large pieces of burdock root tempura, known as gobo ten (ごぼう天) in Japanese. Today, I’ll introduce you to two of the most renowned udon restaurants in Hakata.

1. Daichi No Udon (大地のうどん)

Daichi No Udon (大地のうどん) is famous for its thin, translucent noodles, attracting both tourists and locals alike. They have eight branches, one of which is conveniently located just a three-minute walk from JR Hakata Station.

Daichi No Udon (大地のうどん)

2nd Basement Floor Asahi Building

2-1-1 Hakata Ekimae

Hakata Ward, Fukuoka

Open: 10:30 am to 4 pm and 5 pm to 9 pm

Daichi No Udon Official Website: https://daichinoudon.com/

This is the Link for This Restaurant on Tabelog:　https://tabelog.com/fukuoka/A4001/A400101/40035066/

Udon Noodles with Simmered Beef and Burdock Root Tempura (肉ごぼう天うどん)

I’m really looking forward to trying their udon noodles, especially with the massive burdock root tempura.

2. Hagakure Udon (葉隠れうどん)

Hagakure Udon (葉隠れうどん) is renowned for its handcrafted, flat, and tender udon noodles. This popular restaurant has earned top ratings on Tabelog (食べログ), a well-known Japanese restaurant review site. Additionally, it has been featured in the prestigious Michelin Guide, which is globally recognized for its star-based restaurant rankings. Conveniently located close to JR Hakata Station, it’s just a 12-minute walk from the station.

Hagakure Udon (葉隠れうどん)

2-3-32 Hakataekiminami

Hakata Ward, Fukuoka

Open: 11 am through 3 pm and 5 pm through 9 pm

This is the Link for This Restaurant on Tabelog:　https://tabelog.com/fukuoka/A4001/A400101/40004342/

Watch this YouTube video to see how udon noodles are crafted and served at Hagakure Udon. I would love to try their udon noodles with shrimp kakiage tempura (えびかき揚げうどん).

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Thursday, September 5, 2024

A Tempura Lover’s Guide to Hakata: Two Must-Try Restaurants in Fukuoka, Japan

The List of Foods I Want to Enjoy in Fukuoka

・Tempura

・Udon Noodles with Burdock Root Tempura

・Fresh Seafood

Today, my article will be all about tempura restaurants.

Tempura (天ぷら, てんぷら, 天婦羅)

Tempura

Did you know that tempura is a favorite dish among both tourists and locals in Hakata? Fukuoka city is home to many tempura restaurants. A unique aspect of these specialty restaurants is their serving style—they bring out a few pieces of freshly fried tempura at a time, ensuring you enjoy them hot and fresh. I’ll introduce you to two of the most well-known restaurants.

1. Tempura Hirao (天ぷらひらお)

Tempura Hirao offers their special salted squid, known as ika shiokara (いか塩辛) in Japanese, for free with the meal. There are many branches, and I am planning to visit the Tempura Hirao Main Store, which is located very close to Fukuoka Airport.

Tempura Hirao Main Store (天ぷらひらお本店)

2 Chome-4-1 Higashihirao

Hakata Ward, Fukuoka

Open: 10:30 am through 9:30 pm

Tempura Hirao Official Website https://www.hirao-foods.net/

This is the Link for This Restaurant on Tabelog:　https://tabelog.com/fukuoka/A4001/A400107/40000033/

After watching this YouTube video, I feel like I have to visit this restaurant.

2. Hakata Tempura Takao (博多天ぷらたかお)

At Hakata Tempura Takao, you can savor their special Kombu Mentaiko (昆布明太子), spicy cod roe with kelp, and pickled vegetables, all included with your meal at no extra cost. They also offer Black Oolong Tea for free. There are several branches of Hakata Tempura Takao, one of which can be found in Canal City Hakata, a vast shopping and entertainment complex in Fukuoka city.

Hakta Tempura Takao

4th Floor Canal City Hakata

1-2-1 Sumiyoshi

Hakata Ward, Fukuoka Japan

Open: 11 am through 10 pm

Hakata Tempura Takao Offical Website: https://tempura-takao.jp/

This is the Link for This Restaurant on Tabelog:　https://tabelog.com/fukuoka/A4001/A400101/40019565/