Marushin Ramen Ekimaeten
Traveler's Quick Ramen Guide
🔰 4 Simple Steps to Enjoy Ramen in Japan
- 1. Buy Ticket (食券): Choose your bowl & extra toppings at the vending machine.
- 2. Hand Ticket: Sit down and place your ticket on the raised counter for the chef.
- 3. Customization: When asked for preferences, "Futsuu" means normal/standard taste.
- 4. Courtesy: Place your empty bowl on the upper counter and wipe your space with the cloth.
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Marushin Ramen Ekimaeten
Conveniently situated right outside the East Exit of JR Fukushima Station, Marushin Ramen Ekimaeten is a cherished culinary landmark that has nourished local commuters, business travelers, and tourists for decades. Stepping inside reveals a nostalgic Showa-era counter atmosphere where guests enjoy an utterly unique and historic bowl of ramen.
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The star attraction is their classic Shoyu Ramen (Soy Sauce Ramen) , celebrated across Japan for its ingenious “two-layer broth” (dual-layer soup) design that delivers two distinct flavor experiences in one single bowl.
The Magic Two-Layer Broth: A Flavor Symphony from Light Shio to Rich Shoyu
The hallmark of Marushin Ramen is the visual and gastronomic contrast crafted into every bowl.
When your ramen is served, the soup initially appears nearly clear, resembling a light salt ramen. This upper layer is a pristine, crystal-clear consomme patiently brewed from chicken bones, pork, and sweet aromatic vegetables. Sipping the surface broth provides an invigorating, clean taste brimming with gentle dashi notes.
At the bottom of the bowl, however, lies a rich layer of aged artisanal soy sauce tare ( kaeshi ). As you gently stir the noodles from the bottom upward, the golden soup gradually transforms into a warm, aromatic amber shoyu broth. This seamless transition from refreshing salt to deep, comforting soy umami makes every spoonful an adventure.
Bountiful Diced Pork Belly Chashu & Springy Hand-Kneaded Flat Noodles
Complementing the clever soup is an exceptionally generous portion of savory toppings.
A bountiful scattering of bite-sized, tender braised pork belly chashu cubes covers the noodles, melting gently and releasing sweet, savory pork juices throughout the broth. Piled atop is a hearty mountain of finely shredded crisp white scallions, providing a refreshing crunch and pleasant mild bite that offsets the richness of the pork.
The noodles are wide, wavy flat noodles kneaded with high water content, reminiscent of the traditional noodle craft seen in Kitakata and Shirakawa. Wonderfully bouncy and springy ( piro-piro texture), they grip both layers of broth impeccably from the first bite to the last.
Restaurant Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Marushin Ramen Ekimaeten |
| Address | 12-25 Sakaemachi, Fukushima-shi, Fukushima |
| Access | 3-minute walk from JR Fukushima Station (East Exit) |
| Hours | 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Continuous service) |
| Closed | Mondays (Next weekday if Monday is a holiday) |
| Signature Dishes | Shoyu Ramen, Chashu-men, Shio Ramen, Tsukemen |
Online Mail Order & Instant Noodles
Currently, Marushin Ramen Ekimaeten does not sell official mail order products or licensed retail instant noodles. Located just steps from Fukushima Station, it is the ultimate convenient stop for travelers looking to experience authentic local culinary heritage.
