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“Marunaka,” a highly popular ramen shop in Shizuoka’s culinary scene, is a beloved local classic. The shop has a warm, homey atmosphere, making it easy to drop by with family or friends. In particular, their ramen—where deep, flavorful soup perfectly pairs with homemade noodles—offers an unforgettable taste from the very first bite.
Features
Marunaka is a popular ramen restaurant in Shizuoka that continues to be cherished by locals. The interior has a simple, peaceful, and welcoming atmosphere.
Founded in 1919 with a long history, Marunaka is celebrated as the birthplace of Japan’s “Morning Ramen” (Asa-Ramen) culture. Marunaka’s signature dish is classic Chuka Soba (ramen), light enough to enjoy even early in the morning. Marunaka takes great pride in its soup base, carefully preparing it from scratch every single day.
The soup features a Japanese-style dashi stock made from bonito flakes and kelp, simmered with pork leg meat and finished with dark soy sauce.
The noodles are homemade medium-thick straight noodles crafted with minimal alkaline water (kansui), giving them a chewy, udon-like texture. With a smooth surface and light taste, it goes down easily and makes a perfect breakfast.
The chashu (roast pork) uses lean pork leg meat. Because it utilizes the same cut used to simmer the broth, the entire bowl achieves a perfectly unified and harmonious flavor.
Recommended Ways to Enjoy
Marunaka started serving morning ramen in response to the unique lifestyles of people in Fujieda. Since many local residents, such as tea farmers and fishermen, started work early in the morning, the shop gradually shifted its opening hours earlier to cater to them.
When traveling, do you ever find yourself wanting to get an early start to the day, only to find no open restaurants? Charging your energy with a warm bowl of Marunaka ramen at the start of your day will surely fill you with vitality for your journey.
Even if you think “ramen for breakfast might be too heavy,” give it a try—you won’t be disappointed. The delicious ramen and the heartwarming hospitality of the shop are sure to melt your heart.
Basic Information
・Spot Name: Marunaka
・Business Hours: 8:30 AM – 1:20 PM
・Closed: Sundays, Public Holidays, 2nd & 4th Saturdays (*subject to irregular closings)
・Price Range: From 650 JPY
・Parking: Available
Access
・Address: 3-1-24 Shida, Fujieda City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Directions
・By Car: Approx. 20 minutes from Yaizu IC (Tomei Expressway); Approx. 10 minutes from Yainaba IC (Fujieda Bypass)
・By Public Transport: Approx. 5 minutes on foot from “Shida Onsen Iriguchi” bus stop toward Seto River
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