Fuuki Seimen Kenkyujo Kikuyo Branch | Savor Silky Noodles in Kombu Broth on Your Aso Touring Route

Basic Information

• Shop Name: Fuuki Seimen Kenkyujo (Kikuyo Branch)
• Address: 2417-3 Tsukure, Kikuyo-machi, Kikuchi-gun, Kumamoto, Japan
• Access: Approx. 40 min by car or motorbike from central Aso via Route 57
• Parking: Available (spacious, bike-friendly)
• Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Last Order 9:30 PM) May close early if sold out
• Closed: Open year-round
• Visit Date: November 2024
• Website: Fuuki Seimen Kenkyujo Official Site

Map（Google Maps)

Highlights

• Katsuobushi & Kombu Broth × Handmade Flat Noodles
  Fuuki Seimen Kenkyujo’s signature “Nodogoshi Nama-men” (smooth-sliding raw noodles) are made with pure spring water from Aso. The noodles are soaked in umami-rich katsuobushi and kombu broth, creating a smooth, slurp-worthy texture that’s unlike anything you’ve tried.
• A Layered Flavor Experience
  Start by enjoying the noodles as-is, then add a pinch of seaweed salt, and finally dip them into a savory tsuke-jiru (dipping sauce) with a splash of sudachi citrus. The evolving flavors feel like a hands-on lesson in ramen craftsmanship.
• Perfect Mid-Tour Pit Stop
  Conveniently located along Route 57, the Kikuyo branch is easily accessible from both Aso and Kumamoto City. The wide parking area makes it ideal for touring riders seeking a delicious break.

Quick Impression

I started with a simple bite of the noodles soaked only in the kombu broth — light, clean, and surprisingly flavorful. A touch of seaweed salt brought out even more depth, and the final dip into the tsuke-jiru made each bite more addictive. It was like tasting ramen theory in action — one slurp at a time.

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• What I Ordered (as of Nov 2024)
  Nodogoshi Nama-men (300g) with Half Chashu Bowl Set – ¥1,320

Note: This branch uses a mobile ordering system, but cash is also accepted.

Fuuki Seimen Kenkyujo’s main store in Mashiki Town is one of the most popular ramen spots in Kumamoto, often with lines out the door. In contrast, the Kikuyo branch is less crowded and offers a more relaxed experience — perfect for touring bikers.