[Kitsune Udon] A Noodle Dish Originating in Osaka

Among them, "Kitsune Udon" features sweet and salty simmered fried tofu, loved by both children and adults.

Speaking of udon, the most famous is from Kagawa Prefecture in Japan, but Osaka's is not inferior either.

Osaka has long valued "dashi" (broth), and takes udon seriously.

According to various accounts, the pioneering shop that served hot udon topped with fried tofu is said to be in Osaka.

I heard that shop still exists today, so I decided to go and try it!

The authentic "Kitsune Udon" shop is located about a 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station in Osaka.

Exit from the north exit of Shinsaibashi Subway Station and head toward Shinsaibashi Shopping Street.

This is the genuine "Kitsune Udon" shop, "Usamitei Matsubaya."

Tracing its history, in 1893 (Meiji 26), "Matsubaya Honten" first opened. Initially, the sweet and salty fried tofu was served as a side dish for udon on a separate plate.

However, seeing many customers directly putting it into the udon, they began placing the fried tofu on top of the udon. That is the origin of "Kitsune Udon."

The shop is filled with the enticing aroma of broth, and all the menu items are in Japanese.

Udon is 600 yen at the top right.

After waiting a few minutes, the Kitsune Udon was served. It had a large piece of fried tofu on top!

Taking a bite, the sweet and salty broth filled my mouth. The noodles were soft, smooth, and easy to eat.

There was also a subtle yuzu fragrance, which was elegant.

By the way, it is said that this fried tofu has maintained the same quality since the shop's founding. It feels quite historical.

Since the people around me were ordering "Ojiya Udon," I ended up ordering that as well.

This udon cost 820 yen. Actually, the pot contains not only udon but also rice, and the portion is very large.

Because it is in an iron pot, it is very hot. It also includes ingredients like conger eel, shiitake mushrooms, and chicken, which add to its appeal.

If you crush the egg yolk halfway through, the flavor becomes richer.

It is said that "Ojiya Udon" originated during the post-war food shortage era, based on the idea that "half noodles and half rice would be enough." It is a menu item full of history.

This is a shop where you can feel the historical food culture of Osaka. If you are in the area, please give it a try.

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Travel Diary Contents: 1. Among Japanese noodle dishes, there is simple and delicious udon. 2. At Usamitei Matsubaya in Osaka's Shinsaibashi. 3. I ordered another specialty, "Ojiya Udon"! Travel Info: Hotel Index, Guide Index, Airfare Index, Website Navigation, Travel Index, Cruise Index, Corporate Travel Index, Affiliate Cooperation, Distribution Alliance, Friendship Links, Corporate Gift Card Procurement, Insurance Agency, Agent Cooperation, Hotel Partnership, Destination & Attraction Cooperation, More Cooperation, About Ctrip, About Ctrip, Ctrip Highlights, Contact Us, Careers, User Agreement, Privacy Policy, Business License, Security Center, Ctrip Content Center, Intellectual Property, Trip.com Group Algorithm Announcement