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[Gunma Prefecture ]Famous B-Grade Gourmet - Ota Yakisoba Noodles

[Gunma Prefecture ]Famous B-Grade Gourmet - Ota Yakisoba Noodles
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2025-02-07

Gunma Prefecture is shaped like a crane with its wings spread.
Ota City is located just around the neck of the crane.
Ota City is famous for its "yakisoba" (fried noodles), and there are many restaurants in the city.
In recent years, it has been increasingly featured in the media, so perhaps some of you have heard of it.
"It is a B-class gourmet food characterized by its cheap price and generous "volume, and each restaurant has its own seasoning and ingredients.
In this issue, we have compiled a list of recommended stores carefully selected from among those selling "Ota Yakisoba ".
From famous restaurants introduced on TV to long-established establishments loved by locals, we will introduce you to a wide range of restaurants.

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Table of Contents

  1. 1.
    Iwasaki Restaurant
  3. 2.
    Shimizuya Honten
  5. 3.
    Yamaguchiya (name)
  7. 4.
    Chirin Village
  9. 5.
    Yakisoba Specialty Restaurant Mominoki
  11. 6.
    Oimeya
  13. 7.
    Aika Wa
  15. 8.
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Iwasaki Restaurant



When it comes to Ota yakisoba, this restaurant cannot be missed.
Whenever Ota Yakisoba is featured on TV, it is almost always a very famous restaurant.
The restaurant has been selling yakisoba long before Ota yakisoba became a specialty, and it is a "familiar taste" to the locals.
It is one of the most visited restaurants not only by Ota residents but also by tourists.

The most distinctive feature of this yakisoba is the sauce.
As you can see, the "pitch-black" color is quite astonishing.
"Many people may have the impression that it looks very dense ...... ", but it is not.
Surprisingly, it tastes just right, not too salty or too salty.
The only ingredient is cabbage.
Its sweetness and texture are a nice accent.

The size range is very extensive, with small, medium (this is for one person), and large, as well as extra-large to triple (roughly 4 servings), with the option to increase the amount to your liking.
Incidentally, there is also a super-large menu called "above no particular name or no particular name," so those who are proud of their stomach bukuro may want to give it a try.
You may have heard that Ota yakisoba is defined by its "black sauce," but this is a misunderstanding.
The sauce at this most famous restaurant in Ota was completely black, thus establishing the image of the restaurant.


"Store Information "
Name of the store: Iwasakiya
Address: 697-8 Terai-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma 373-0052
Access: 5-6 minutes on foot from Jiromonbashi Station
Phone number: 0276-37-0258
Business hours: 11:00-18:00
Closed: Tuesday
Budget: ³,000
No Smoking/Eating: No Smoking at the Table
Space and Facilities：There is a tatami room

Shimizuya Honten

This store has been operating in Ota City for a long time.
The exterior of the building also has a nostalgic atmosphere, retaining the air of the Showa to early Heisei period.
It is so deeply rooted in the local community that some locals have been going there for three or more generations of their families.
In addition to the famous yakisoba noodles, the chubby "taiyaki" and "shumai" are also popular.
Avoid visiting just before closing time, as the restaurant closes when the food is sold out.

There are no strict rules on how to make yakisoba in Ota City, which is not a ten-color "ten-men ten-color ", but a ten-color yakisoba, with no strict rules on how to make it or the ingredients.
However, in Ota City, where dishes that are "filling" are often preferred, many restaurants use thicker noodles.
Among them, Shimizuya's yakisoba noodles are thin.
It is also rather close to ultra-fine, a type that is quite rare in the city.
The only ingredient is cabbage, as in Iwasaki-ya.



If you want meat, you can have it added for 50 yen more.
It is stir-fried in lard and then seasoned with Japanese soup stock and sauce, making it a simple yet flavorful dish.
There are four sizes to choose from: small, medium, large, and special.


"Store Information "
Store name: Shimizuya Honten
Address: 41-10 Hachiman-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma 373-0056
Access: 20 minutes on foot from Sanmaibashi Station, close to Ota Memorial Hospital.
Phone number: 0276-26-1209
Business hours: 10:00-19:00 (close when sold out)
Closed: Tuesdays (other irregular holidays may apply)
Budget: ³,000
Smoking/eating: Unknown
Space & Facilities: Counter seating available

Yamaguchiya (name)

Yellow walls and red roof.
This prominent building along Route 407 is Yamaguchiya.
This restaurant also has a long history in Ota City, and the interior has the atmosphere of an old-fashioned teishoku-ya.
There are also magazines and comics in the restaurant, and people can be seen reading them while waiting for their food.
It has previously been featured on television and is a popular restaurant that attracts many visitors from both inside and outside of the prefecture.
The restaurant is also known for its tasty motsu-ni and karaage (fried chicken), so why not try them together?
Original yakisoba sauces and other items are available for sale near the cash register.
Please note that the restaurant is open only from 11:00 to 14:00 (last order 13:30).



Yamaguchiya offers four types of yakisoba.
They do not differ in terms of the seasoning of the sauce, etc., but are distinguished by the type of ingredients.
"yakisoba with cabbage only ", "meat yakisoba with pork ", "jaga yakisoba with potatoes ", and "mixed yakisoba with all ingredients ".
Among these, I would like to recommend the Jaga Yakisoba.
The large potatoes are riddled with sweet and spicy sauce that goes perfectly with the dish.
I think it is a rare combination of potatoes in yakisoba ingredients in Japan, so please try it.
The yakisoba is actually a specialty of the neighboring city of Ashikaga in Tochigi Prefecture.
It was then introduced to the neighboring city of Ota, where it was mixed with the food culture of each city and served in restaurants.
So it is a collaboration of Ashikaga City and Ota City's specialties.


"Store Information "
Name of store: Yamaguchiya
Address: 1350-1 Higashinagaoka-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma 373-0812
Access: 15 minutes on foot from Nirikawa Station
Phone number: 0276-22-2538
Hours of operation: 11:00 - 14:00
Regular holiday: no holiday
Budget: ³,000
No Smoking/Eating: No Smoking at the Table
Space and Facilities：There is a tatami room

Chirin Village

Chirorinmura, a store with a cute name.
It is a small prefabricated building located near the Ota City Sports Park and basically specializes in takeout.
However, during business hours, simple benches and tables will be provided in front of the store, so you can eat your purchases there.
There is also a vending machine for drinks in front of the restaurant.
This restaurant is always full of orders.
Experience the taste of a popular restaurant deeply loved by local regulars.



Chirorinmura's yakisoba is made with thick noodles and original sauce.
This original sauce is popular for its delicious taste.
It blends well with thick noodles and has a savory flavor.
The ingredients are cabbage and pork.
The red ginger on the side is just right for a chopstick rest and makes a pleasant presence.
The original sauce is also sold in the store.


"Store Information "
Name: Chirorinmura
Address: 319-1 Uchikeshima-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma 373-0813
Access: 15-16 minutes on foot from Tatsumai Station, close to Ota City Athletic Park
Phone number: 0276-45-9273
Business hours: 11:00-17:00
Regular holiday: no holiday
Budget: ³,000
Smoking and Eating: Prohibition of Smoking
Space and Facilities: Specialized in take-out, tables and chairs available

Yakisoba Specialty Restaurant Mominoki

It is one of the most famous restaurants that have appeared on TV.
The open kitchen, where you can watch the food being prepared on a large griddle, is a distinctive feature.
In particular, sitting at the counter in front of the kitchen allows you to feel the cooking process up close and personal.
There is also tatami room seating in the back of the restaurant, making it easy for anyone to enter, from individuals to families.
In addition to yakisoba, there are also rice dishes, karaage (fried chicken), stewed motsu, and a few sweet treats.

Gunma's yuru-chara is "Gunma-chan ".
Fir Tree has yakisoba noodles inspired by this Gunma-chan.
The name is "and it is called Gunma-chan Yakisoba ".
It is filled with plenty of shredded cabbage and ground meat, and is topped with sweet carrots.
The rich sauce is well mixed with the noodles and ingredients, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
"It can be set with Gunma-chan Potage " (carrot potage).
If you eat in, you will receive one illustration card called "Gunma-chan card ".
This is great for Gunma-chan fans.
Other popular items include "Karaage Yakisoba ", which is served with delicious Karaage (fried bean curd).


"Store Information "
Name: Yakisoba Specialty Restaurant Mominoki
Address: 35-4, Hamacho, Ota-shi, Gunma 373-0853
Access: 15 minutes on foot from Ota Station
Phone number: 0276-45-2720
Business hours: 10:00-19:00
Regular holiday: no holiday
Budget: ³,000
No Smoking/Eating: No Smoking at the Table
Space & Facilities: Counter seating available, tatami room available

Oimeya

A restaurant selling yakisoba and yakitori.
Specializes in takeout.
This one is for those who want to take their purchases home to eat, as there is no space to eat them.
Why not take a souvenir home or dine at your hotel?
If you can drive your own car, you may have the option of eating in the car.
A vending machine for beverages is also available by the store.

Saimeya's yakisoba is a strong-flavored, cart-style dish.
Noodles cooked on a hot griddle have a chewy texture.
There are four sizes: small, medium, large, and extra-large.
The only garnish is cabbage, but it can be ordered with meat for an additional charge.
The yakisoba is quite large for a small portion, but if you still feel like you could eat more, we recommend ordering the yakitori together.
There are chicken meat, negima (chicken meat and green onion), tori- (chicken meat and skin), torikawa (chicken skin), motsu (pork cutlet), liver, and tsukune (chicken meat), and all types are priced at a flat rate.
You can choose between tare (sauce) and shio (salt).


"Store Information "
Name of the store: Chae Nui House
Address: 377-9 Arai-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma 373-0852
Access: 25 minutes on foot from Ota Station
Phone number: 0276-46-6267
Business hours: 10:30 - 20:00
Closed: Wednesday
Budget: ³,000
Smoking/eating: Unknown
Spaces and facilities: Specialized in take-out

Aika Wa

This one is located somewhat outside of downtown Ota.
The nearest station, Kisaki Station, is roughly a 7-minute drive away.
The surrounding area is a peaceful residential area "and the store is located here ......? "but there are signs and notices on the premises, so please use them as landmarks.
The building is a prefabricated structure and looks cozy.
A small number of seats are available in the restaurant for eat-in.



Ai Ie Wa's yakisoba has a distinctive sauce.
They mix five different spices at the restaurant during cooking.
This creates a unique aroma and a taste that is hard to get tired of.
The spices are not a prominent flavor, but my impression is that they play a role in the overall deliciousness of the yakisoba.
The ingredients are cabbage, red ginger and green laver for chopstick rest.
You can choose with meat for an additional charge.
Sizes are small, medium and large.
There are also "extra-large" sizes of 1 kilo and 2 kilo.
The heavy taiyaki are also delicious and popular.


"Store Information "
Store：Ai Jia He
Address：〒370-0332 Gunma Prefecture, Tonefoot Shinden, Nakaeeda-cho 1003-9
Access: Approximately 7 minutes by car via National Route 354
Phone number: 0276-56-6174
Office hours：10:30～17:30
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Budget: ³,000
Smoking/eating: Unknown
Space & Facilities: Eat-in space available

summary

We have compiled a list of recommended restaurants in Gunma Prefecture's famous B-Grade Gourmet, "Ota Yakisoba ".
The yakisoba of Ota City is, in any case, inexpensive and plentiful.
Each restaurant has its own particular flavor, so we encourage you to compare yakisoba from different restaurants.

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