Chukasoba Dateya

Chukasoba Dateya

Located in a quiet suburban residential neighborhood of Fukushima City, Chukasoba Dateya draws ceaseless queues of eager ramen lovers from across Japan before the doors even open. Repeatedly awarded a spot in the prestigious Tabelog Hyakumeiten (Top 100 Ramen Shops) , Dateya is revered among connoisseurs as the undisputed treasure of Tohoku ramen.

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Operated with genuine warmth and impeccable hospitality by the founding husband-and-wife team, Dateya serves an artistic bowl of ramen that extracts every ounce of delicate umami from Fukushima’s pride—the celebrated local brand poultry known as Date chicken (Date-jidori) .

Liquid Gold: Exquisite Shio Broth Packed with Pure Date Chicken Umami

Dateya’s undisputed signature dish is its acclaimed Shio Ramen (Salt Ramen) .

The moment the bowl arrives at your counter seat, an intoxicating aroma of fresh chicken broth wafts through the air. The soup’s surface glistens with shimmering golden chicken oil ( chiyu ). Taking a first sip reveals an impeccably clean, crystal-clear flavor that harmoniously combines the natural sweetness and deep savory depth of Date chicken without any unwanted bitterness or heaviness.

The broth is patiently simmered over gentle low heat using whole Date chickens and bones, subtly accented with aromatic vegetables, pork bone, and select seafood dashi. A mellow, rounded specialty salt tare enhances the chicken’s innate flavor profile, delivering unforgettable elegance.

Heavenly Melt-in-the-Mouth Pork Belly Chashu & Springy Thin Curly Noodles

Another defining highlight of Dateya is its exquisitely braised pork chashu.

Cooked until remarkably tender, the thick-cut rolled pork belly slices literally melt the second they touch your tongue. The balance between sweet melting fat and rich savory lean pork creates a luxurious texture complemented by subtle notes of fragrant soy sauce.

Pairing flawlessly with the golden broth are custom medium-thin curly noodles. Boasting resilient springiness and a silky smooth finish, each strand effortlessly catches the broth and glistening chicken oil, providing absolute satisfaction in every bite.

Restaurant Information

Online Mail Order & Instant Noodles

Currently, Chukasoba Dateya does not offer an official online store or commercially licensed instant ramen products. To experience this legendary bowl crafted with genuine dedication, visit their welcoming shop in Fukushima City.