HYPER LOCAL NAGOYA
Welcome to “My Hyperlocal Memory”, where we take a trip down memory lane and revisit the shops that are deeply rooted in our childhoods. In this episode, we join Mr. Takahashi as he reminisces about his childhood memories at the beloved udon shop “Mibu Udon” in Tempaku-ku, Nagoya. Join us as we explore the hyperlocal charm and nostalgia of this hometown gem, and relive the flavors and memories that have been etched in Takahashi’s heart for nearly 20 years.
*Please note that the opinions expressed in this article are solely our own!
After 20 years, I’ve finally returned and it’s time to indulge!
– Hi! Thank you for joining us again on Hyperlocal Nagoya! his time, we’ll be talking about “Mibu Udon”. Thank you for being here.
Nice to be here. It’s been a while since I came last, probably around 18 years old…
– How do you feel being back at “Mibu Udon” after 20 years?
It’s been so long that I got a little lost on the way, but when I saw the park in front of me, I shouted in my mind, “This is it!” I’ve finally returned and it’s time to indulge!
– You seem to be very excited today.
This is a really memorable restaurant for me. My grandparents used to bring our whole family here often. The Takahashi family’s udon and soba dishes are based on Mibu Udon!
– It’s the perfect place for a Saturday lunch!
Yeah to me it’s perfect for Saturday lunch! It’s a super local restaurant, so I think the regulars each have their own “Mibu stories”.
– It’s a place loved by locals and appears as a page in their life stories.
Exactly. I can imagine local couples shoulder-to-shoulder enjoying “Kishimen” together in Mibu. It’s a restaurant that suits such hyper-local romances and youth! Haha.
– I see. I can feel the hyper-local atmosphere where various life stories intersect. By the way, what are you going to order today?
I was thinking of ordering “Korokishimen”, which I used to have a lot, but the staff kindly said, “It’s rainy and cold today.” So, I’m going to have warm “Kishimen” with “onion tempura” on top!
– How’s your first sip after so many years?
The broth is heavenly. It reminds me of memories from the local area and the warmth of family that I sometimes forget. It’s a bowl that makes me feel my roots. For me, “Mibu Udon” is all about “memories with family.
– Everyone has that kind of “bowl” that holds precious memories in their hearts.
I now realize how much “Mibu” means to me. Of course, the taste is important, but the “memories” are the best broth.
– It’s good to look back on the past once in a while.
Taking time to look back on the past like this is also important. Remembering forgotten emotions made me feel very positive! I hope to find a wonderful woman soon, share some “Kishimen” shoulder-to-shoulder and come back to Mibu Udon.
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