HYPER LOCAL NAGOYA
Exploring Nagoya’s kishimen is a delight! Each one has its unique flavors, from toppings to noodle thickness and broth richness, Nagoya locals have their own unconscious preferences. Recently, I visited “Teuchi Mendokoro Daigen,” a local gem of soba and udon restaurant located in Nagoya’s Naka-ku, to try their famous wide flat kishimen. Thanks to Miwa-san’s recommendation, I enjoyed quintessential Nagoya lunch experience.
Today, I’m definitely in the mood for the flat and wide kishimen from Daigen!
– Hey Miwa-san! It’s a bit of a distant area, even though it’s within walking distance from Sakae.
Yes, it’s an area that you don’t really visit unless you work or live around here!
– That’s true. Since there’s no subway running around here, it’s not a place you just happen to come by. It’s truly a local gem. Even the entrance feels like you’re going to someone’s house!
Absolutely! It might be a bit confusing at first. But today, I was really in the mood for the flat and wide kishimen from Daigen, so I wanted to introduce it to you!
– The rumored wide kishimen from Daigen!
Personally, it’s not the typical kishimen experience, but these wide noodles have a unique character. Sometimes, you just crave them. The smooth and satisfying texture is quite impressive!
– I haven’t really thought about it, but there are indeed different types of kishimen!
Yup there are!!
– So are you ordering just kishimen today?
Since it’s hot today, I’ll go for the koro-kishimen set!
– Ah, the cold kishimen!
As the season gets warmer, people in Nagoya tend to order it, haha.
Wide kishimen with a distinct handcrafted feel!
– Compared to regular kishimen I’m used to, the texture is different. It’s my first time experiencing this!
The wide noodles here have a unique deliciousness and a chewy texture, and the broth is gentle, making it perfect for lunch.
– Yeah, I noticed the broth here is more gentle. Some people might find it lacking in punch.
Yeah, that’s possible, but personally, I enjoy the variety. When I’m in the mood for a heavier, more typical kishimen broth, I go to a different kishimen place.
– That makes sense. It’s nice to have different options based on your mood and preferences.
Exactly! It’s all about finding the right balance and exploring different flavors. That’s what makes the wide kishimen here unique and enjoyable.
An exquisite lunch set with a perfect balance of portion and flavors!
– The amount in this set is incredible! Such volume and service for only 900 yen…
I know! Last time I came, the side menu was miso katsu! A quintessential Nagoya set meal, haha.
– Definitely very Nagoya! And the cost-performance is really great.
It’s not overly large, but just the right amount, making it easy for women to enjoy as well.
It’s easy to forget, but kishimen is profound!
– I never really thought about the variety in kishimen before. It’s interesting how each place has its own twist on the dish.
There might be other places with flat kishimen, but so far, this is the widest one for me! Wide noodles are likely to have mixed opinions, but this uniqueness has won me over!
– Well, it definitely added more depth to my kishimen experience!
The side dishes and other menu items are delicious too, so I highly recommend it! Definitely give it a try when you’re in Marutamachi!
Daigen （手打めん処 大源）
5-23-12 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya
