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    Chuka Soba Haru

    中華そば 晴

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    Chuka Soba Haru operates one minute from Iriya Station and seven minutes from JR Uguisudani Station in northern Taito ward. Founded by a direct disciple of Tokyo dried sardine temple Ibuki, the kitchen extracts clean, intense marine umami from Ibuki iriko sardines and kelp without bitterness. Diners choose between the lighter standard Chuka Soba and the opaque, gray-toned Noko Niboshi bowl. Murakamiya Seimen produces the signature toothsome, low-hydration noodles.

    Tokusei Chuka Soba (特製中華そば) & Noko Niboshi Soba at Chuka Soba Haru
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    Tokusei Chuka Soba (特製中華そば) & Noko Niboshi Soba

    Niboshi
    Shoyu
    Thin straight firm low-hydration noodles (Murakamiya Seimen)
    Ticket machine
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Order a seasoned replacement noodle ball (Aedama) when you are halfway through your bowl. The Aedama comes coated in sardine oil, shoyu tare, and minced pork, and can be eaten dry or dipped into the remaining soup. Cash only.

    Operational note: Daily morning tweets detailing dried sardine blend ratios and soup density.
    Live announcements:𝕏@men_haru
    Counter seating

    Location

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    東京都台東区下谷1-11-7

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Thin straight firm low-hydration noodles (Murakamiya Seimen)

    Broth

    Niboshi
    Shoyu

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Tokusei Chuka Soba (特製中華そば) & Noko Niboshi Soba

    Getting there

    東京都台東区下谷1-11-7

    1 min from Iriya

    Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, JR Yamanote Line

    Hours

    11:00–15:00, 18:00–21:00 daily (Sunday closes at 17:00). Open seven days a week.

    Queue & entry protocol

    Order a seasoned replacement noodle ball (Aedama) when you are halfway through your bowl. The Aedama comes coated in sardine oil, shoyu tare, and minced pork, and can be eaten dry or dipped into the remaining soup. Cash only.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Daily morning tweets detailing dried sardine blend ratios and soup density.

    Check official accounts before heading over for unscheduled closures or early soup cutoffs:

    𝕏@men_haru

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    This shop likely uses a ticket machine (食券機 / kenbaiki). Buy your ticket before sitting down.

    Order your bowl

    これをください

    Kore o kudasai (This one, please)

    Customise your noodles
    麺かためでMen katame de (firm noodles)
    麺やわらかめでMen yawarakame de (soft noodles)
    替え玉くださいKaedama kudasai (extra noodles)
    Useful phrases
    おいしい！Oishii! — Delicious!
    お会計お願いしますOkaikei onegai shimasu — Check, please
    ごちそうさまでしたGochisousama deshita — Thank you for the meal (said when leaving)
    大盛りでOomori de — Large portion, please
    少なめでSukuname de — Smaller portion, please

    Allergy card

    Select your restrictions. Show the generated card to restaurant staff.

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    Questions about Chuka Soba Haru

    What is the nearest station to Chuka Soba Haru?
    Iriya, about a 1-minute walk away. Iriya is served by Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line and JR Yamanote Line.
    What should I order at Chuka Soba Haru?
    Tokusei Chuka Soba (特製中華そば) & Noko Niboshi Soba. The kitchen works in Shoyu. Noodles: thin straight firm low-hydration noodles (murakamiya seimen).
    How much does ramen cost at Chuka Soba Haru?
    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 Haru open?
    11:00–15:00, 18:00–21:00 daily (Sunday closes at 17:00). Open seven days a week.
    What should I know before visiting Chuka Soba Haru?
    Expect a queue at peak hours and seating is at the counter.