Imanami Udon
Kokuraminami-ku, Kitakyushu
Restaurant in Kitakyushu, Japan
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Price
$1–10per person
Why go
A house-converted udon shop in Kitakyushu's Kokuraminami ward, recognized in Tabelog 100 - Udon - WEST - 2024. At under JPY 1,000 per bowl, it delivers counter-seat noodle-making visibility and technical consistency without formality. Early opening hours (8:30 AM), 17-car parking, and no-reservation walk-in service suit return visits more than special occasions.
About Imanami Udon
Imanami Udon is a Kitakyushu venue with a price band of up to JPY 999. For visitors comparing casual dining options in the city, the essentials are simple: it is an affordable stop, it keeps daytime hours, and it is closed on Wednesdays.
The venue is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Udon - WEST - 2024 selection. That recognition is its clearest accolade, and it places Imanami Udon within a western Japan udon category rather than a broader fine-dining frame.
Planning Your Visit
Specific seating details, kitchen views, and service format are not available. It is safest to approach Imanami Udon as a straightforward, low-price option in Kitakyushu.
Pricing, Hours, and What to Expect
Hours are 8:30 AM to 3 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The venue is closed on Wednesday. The price band is up to JPY 999, making it one of the lower-cost options to consider when planning a Kitakyushu meal.
Details such as reservations, payment methods, seat count, smoking policy, family accommodations, and peak-time waits are not available. Plan with the hours and price in mind, and check current operating details before making a special trip.
For context, Kitakyushu has other dining options across different styles and budgets, including comparable venue venues such as Gyoran Tei Honten, Nikaku, Spice & Dining KĀLA, Tsudaya Shokudo, and 江戸前鮨 二鶴. For a fuller view of the city's dining landscape, see our full Kitakyushu restaurants guide.
Imanami Udon is most compelling if you want a low-price option in Kitakyushu with daytime hours and a Tabelog 100 - Udon - WEST - 2024 listing. It is less useful as a planning anchor if you need seating, reservation, payment, or detailed menu information in advance.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Chome-49-29 Kitagata, Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 802-0841, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/fukuoka/A4004/A400502/40005789
- Phone
- +81 93-931-1864
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, homey, and unpretentious, with a hideout-like standalone house restaurant feel that fits a bustling local udon spot.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Opened
- 1970
Signature Dishes
- Niku Niku Udon
- Udon with Pork Soup
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3 Chome-49-29 Kitagata, Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 802-0841, Japan
Planning details
Location
3 Chome-49-29 Kitagata, Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 802-0841, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Gyoran Tei Honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Nikaku, Notable alternative
- 江戸前鮨 二鶴, Notable alternative
- Spice & Dining KĀLA, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Tsudaya Shokudo, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
At under JPY 1,000, this shop and Gyoran Tei Honten anchor Kitakyushu's value-focused udon tier, both earned Tabelog recognition, both deliver technical execution at daily-meal pricing. The counter seating here offers better craft visibility, while Gyoran Tei's location may suit travelers centered in other districts. Tsudaya Shokudo steps up to JPY 1,000–1,999 with a broader menu but less noodle specialization; choose it if you want variety in a single meal rather than depth in one category.
Spice & Dining KĀLA occupies a different price and format universe entirely at JPY 20,000–29,999, delivering multi-course progression rather than quick-service noodles. If your budget allows one splurge meal in Kitakyushu, KĀLA offers more ceremony and ambiance; if you're eating multiple meals and want to understand regional udon craft, this shop and Gyoran Tei are the pair to compare. The residential setting and 17-car parking lot make this the easier choice for drivers, while Gyoran Tei's train-station proximity favors JR Pass itineraries.
For solo diners prioritizing counter seating and noodle-making observation, this venue edges ahead of the. Groups of four or more should consider Tsudaya Shokudo for table flexibility, though the eight-seat communal table here technically accommodates larger parties. Walk-in waits are comparable across all three budget options; none accept reservations, so timing your arrival before noon on weekends applies universally.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Imanami Udon worth the price?
With a price band of up to ¥999, Imanami Udon is a low-cost Kitakyushu option. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Udon - WEST - 2024 selection, which gives it a point of recognition.
Is Imanami Udon good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability, seating layout, and service style are not available. The planning details are its Kitakyushu location, daytime hours, Wednesday closure, and price band of up to ¥999.
Is Imanami Udon good for a special occasion?
The information points to an affordable venue rather than a formal special-occasion restaurant. Specifics such as private rooms, seating, reservations, or ceremony of service are not available.
What should a first-timer know about Imanami Udon?
First-timers should know the hours: 8:30 AM–3 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. The price band is up to ¥999. Check current details directly for payment, seating, and ordering specifics.
Can I eat at the bar at Imanami Udon?
Is daytime or dinner better at Imanami Udon?
Dinner is not listed in the hours. The operating window is 8:30 AM–3 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Imanami Udon?
A tasting menu is not available. The facts are the Kitakyushu location, up-to-¥999 price band, daytime hours, Wednesday closure, and Tabelog 100 - Udon - WEST - 2024 listing.
