The History of Chinese Soba Noodles
Chuka-soba (Chinese soba noodles) is a type of Japanese ramen that evolved from Chinese cuisine. The following is a brief history of chuka-soba.
Origin: Chuka-soba is thought to have evolved from ramen, which was introduced to Japan from China as part of Chinese cuisine. It was not until the late Meiji and early Taisho periods that ramen became widely eaten in Japan. In the process, ramen became ingrained in Japanese food culture.
Development: During the Showa period (1926-1989), ramen developed into different styles in different regions. Among them, chuka-soba became particularly popular in the Kanto region. Chuka-soba is characterized by a Chinese-style soup base combined with thin noodles and decorated with a variety of ingredients.
Characteristics of Chuka-soba: Chuka-soba is usually served in a soy sauce-based or salt-based broth, and toppings such as boiled pork, green onions, bamboo shoots, and naruto (a roll with a distinctive pattern made of fish paste) are used. Medium-thin noodles are usually used.
Postwar development: After World War II, ramen became increasingly popular, and variations with local characteristics emerged in different regions. Chuka-soba is one of these variations, with different styles developing in different regions.
Modern: Even today, chuka-soba is very popular and widely served in ramen restaurants. Each region has its own unique flavors and toppings, and each restaurant has its own unique arrangement.
Chuka-soba is part of Japan’s ramen culture, and a variety of styles have developed throughout its history.
Attraction of Kyoraku
Simple and true to the basics, our Chuka-Soba is just like the textbook. The atmosphere passed down through three generations is the charm of Kyoraku, a Chinese noodle restaurant.
Located in the heart of modern Ginza, the style of the restaurant is modern, but the service is reminiscent of the Showa period. The human-like service tells you that Kyoraku is a family business, even if you don’t ask. Feeling reassured that the same old ways have been, are, and will continue to be followed.
In fact, the taste seems to have changed little by little. They have made some improvements to make it tastier. It is only for Japanese people, but in my opinion, foreigners are the ones who should have a taste of it. Here is a traditional Japanese ramen shop.
2-10-12 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Business Hours: 11:00-18:00 (11:00-16:00 Sat.)
Closed on Sunday and public holidays
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