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    Chuka Soba Shibata

    中華そば しば田

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    Chuka Soba Shibata sits in a quiet residential neighborhood in Chofu, twelve minutes south of Sengawa Station on the Keio Line. Founded in 2013 by master Takahiro Shibata, the shop stands among Tokyo's benchmark chintan destinations with a 4.03 Tabelog rating. The signature shoyu broth balances aromatic free-range chicken stock from Tamba Kurodori and Hinai-jidori with Aomori duck, finished with an eight-variety raw soy sauce tare. Mikawaya Seimen crafts the medium-thin straight noodles for a smooth slurp and clean snap. Toppings include pink slow-cooked pork shoulder, house-cured menma bamboo shoots, and thin scallion rounds.

    Order this: Chuka Soba (中華そば) & Niboshi Soba (煮干しそば)

    Good to know: Queue along the residential building wall without blocking neighboring doorways. Enter the shop to buy a ticket from the vending machine only when instructed by staff. Cash only with bills up to 1,000 yen. Plan for 30 to 50 minute waits during peak lunch hours.

    Kids welcome
    Counter seating

    Location

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    東京都調布市若葉町2-25-20

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Medium-thin straight noodles (Mikawaya Seimen)

    Broth

    Shoyu
    Niboshi
    Shio

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

    Recommended order

    Chuka Soba (中華そば) & Niboshi Soba (煮干しそば)

    Exceptionally well-rated. Located in suburban Komae, away from tourist areas. Pilgrimage-worthy for serious ramen fans. Chuka soba style is a nostalgic Tokyo classic.

    Getting there

    東京都調布市若葉町2-25-20

    12 min from Sengawa

    Keio Line

    Hours

    11:00–15:00, 17:30–21:00. Closed Tuesdays. Check official X (https://x.com/takashi5746) for schedule updates.

    Closed: Tuesday

    Questions about Chuka Soba Shibata

    What is the nearest station to Chuka Soba Shibata?
    Sengawa, about a 12-minute walk away. Sengawa is served by Keio Line.
    What should I order at Chuka Soba Shibata?
    Chuka Soba (中華そば) & Niboshi Soba (煮干しそば). The kitchen works in Shoyu and Shio. Noodles: medium-thin straight noodles (mikawaya seimen).
    How much does ramen cost at Chuka Soba Shibata?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999. Bring cash: the shop does not take cards. Order from the ticket machine by the door before sitting down.
    When is Chuka Soba Shibata open?
    11:00–15:00, 17:30–21:00. Closed Tuesdays. Check official X (https://x.com/takashi5746) for schedule updates. Closed Tuesday.
    What should I know before visiting Chuka Soba Shibata?
    Expect a queue at peak hours, seating is at the counter and children are welcome.