Jajamen is one of Morioka’s famous ‘three noodles’ — flat, udon-like noodles topped with a fragrant meat-miso sauce, cucumber and ginger. The local ritual is to crack a raw egg into the leftover sauce at the end, which the shop turns into a hot egg soup called ‘chitantan’. Mix, slurp, finish — a beloved Morioka comfort food.
🗓️ At a Glance
| Location | Morioka, Iwate |
| Hours | Restaurant hours |
| Admission | ~¥600–900 a bowl |
| Time needed | About 45 min |
| Best time | Year-round |
What to Try
- Flat noodles with fragrant meat-miso sauce.
- Cucumber, ginger and chili to mix in.
- The finishing ‘chitantan’ egg soup made from leftover sauce.
- Long-loved specialist shops in central Morioka.
Combine Your Visit
- Slurp wanko soba and reimen too.
- Pair with the Morioka Castle ruins .
- Chase it with a Morioka craft beer .
Getting There
- In Morioka: specialist jajamen shops near the centre.
- On foot: many are a short walk from Morioka Station.
Tips
Mix it thoroughly before eating, and don’t skip the chitantan finish — ask for a raw egg in your bowl before you’re done for the full experience.
