Chuka Soba Uezu
Showa-cho, Nakakoma-gun
Restaurant in Nakakoma-gun, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
Why go
Counter-only ramen shop in Showa that earned Tabelog 100 Ramen EAST recognition four consecutive years (2022–2025) at under ¥2,000 per head. The 12-seat space serves chuka soba and tsukemen descended from Chiba's Tomita lineage, with lunch under ¥1,000 and brief evening hours Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday. Reserve ahead for Saturday's extended afternoon service.
About Chuka Soba Uezu
Chuka Soba Uezu is a Nakakoma-gun venue with a price range around ¥999 to ¥1,999. It is included in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - EAST - 2025 list.
Hours and Planning Notes
The schedule is specific and somewhat irregular: Monday 11 AM–3 PM and 8–9 PM; Tuesday 11 AM–3 PM and 7–9 PM; Wednesday closed; Thursday 11 AM–3 PM; Friday 11 AM–3 PM and 7–9 PM; Saturday 11 AM–5 PM; and Sunday closed. Those hours make timing important, especially because some days have no evening service and the venue is closed on Wednesday and Sunday.
The Ramen Recognition and Price Range
Chuka Soba Uezu appears in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - EAST - 2025 recognition. The price information places it in a relatively accessible range, around ¥999 to ¥1,999. Travelers comparing it with other named Pearl venues such as Restaurant Molière or Torikado should treat those as separate dining choices rather than assume a shared format or neighborhood context.
For location, plan around Nakakoma-gun. If street-level directions, seating, booking, parking, payment, dietary accommodations, take-out, delivery, or detailed menu information matter for your visit, check directly before going.
Planning details
- Location
- 59-1 Shimizuarai, Showa, Nakakoma District, Yamanashi 409-3867, Japan
- Website
- sites.google.com/view/wez-kofu
- Phone
- +81 55-287-8894
Venue details
Ambiance
A small counter-only ramen shop with a casual, functional feel where guests focus on the bowl; it can feel bustling at lunch with a steady line of ramen fans but remains relaxed and unpretentious.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Noko tonkotsu-gyokai tsukemen
- Chuka soba (ramen)
Planning details
Location
59-1 Shimizuarai, Showa, Nakakoma District, Yamanashi 409-3867, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- chainizu dainingu masamune, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
- Yakitori 58, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
- Torikado, Yakitori, Yakitori
- Kitchen Umagoya, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Restaurant Molière, French, French
Restaurant context
At under ¥2,000 per head, Chuka Soba Uezu delivers Tabelog-verified ramen at roughly one-fifth the cost of Chainizu Dainingu Masamune and half the price of Yakitori 58. The counter-only format and limited parking mean this is best for solo diners or pairs who can book a weekday lunch slot, when the shop is least crowded and the full menu is available. Groups of three or more should consider Kitchen Umagoya, which offers table seating at a comparable price tier, or Torikado for yakitori in a more flexible layout.
Booking difficulty is low compared to Tokyo's Tabelog-ranked ramen shops, where walk-ins often mean hour-long waits. The shop accepts reservations and closes two days a week (Wednesday and Sunday), so timing matters more than advance planning. For travelers prioritizing award recognition and value, this is the most accessible entry point into Nakakoma-gun's dining scene. If French technique or Chinese banquet service appeals more than ramen, Restaurant Molière and Masamune offer structured tasting menus at higher price points but with more ceremony. The ramen here is straightforward, low-risk, well-regarded, ideal for a quick, high-quality lunch between visits to Yamanashi's wineries or regional experiences.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chuka Soba Uezu good for a special occasion?
Special-occasion fit depends on room style, seating, reservation policy, service format. For planning, note its Nakakoma-gun location, approximate ¥999–¥1,999 price range, Tabelog 100 - Ramen - EAST - 2025 recognition.
How far ahead should I book Chuka Soba Uezu?
Is Chuka Soba Uezu worth the price?
It may be, if you are looking for a Nakakoma-gun venue in the ¥999–¥1,999 range with Tabelog 100 - Ramen - EAST - 2025 recognition. Value depends on the dishes, seating, payment methods, other operational details that matter to your visit, so check directly before going.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Chuka Soba Uezu?
Plan around the approximate ¥999–¥1,999 range rather than assuming a multi-course tasting-menu format.
