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    Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian

    蔵王麺処 そば梨庵

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    Perched in the mountain resort village of Zao Onsen near the ski slopes, Soba Rian operates primarily during the winter ski season and green travel periods. The shop combines buckwheat noodle dashi with ramen noodles to serve Yamagata's beloved Tori Chuka. Simmered poultry dashi, aged soy sauce, braised chicken, and crunchy tempura bits deliver warmth to skiers and hot-spring travelers.

    Sobaya no Tori Chuka (そば屋の鳥中華) / Zao Miso Ramen (蔵王味噌ラーメン) at Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian
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    Sobaya no Tori Chuka (そば屋の鳥中華) / Zao Miso Ramen (蔵王味噌ラーメン)

    Tori Chuka
    Miso
    Chewy medium curly noodles
    ¥1,000–¥1,999 lunch · None dinner

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Five minutes from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal near the Uenodai ski lift. Check seasonal opening schedules before visiting in the off-season.

    Card accepted

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Chewy medium curly noodles

    Broth

    Tori Chuka
    Miso

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–¥1,999 lunch · None dinner

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    Recommended order

    Sobaya no Tori Chuka (そば屋の鳥中華) / Zao Miso Ramen (蔵王味噌ラーメン)

    Getting there

    山形県山形市蔵王温泉上ノ代83

    45 min from Yamagata

    JR Yamagata Shinkansen (bus connection)

    Hours

    11:00–15:00 (primarily winter season and seasonal holiday periods). Irregular holidays.

    Queue & entry protocol

    Five minutes from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal near the Uenodai ski lift. Check seasonal opening schedules before visiting in the off-season.

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    Point at the menu or use the phrases below.

    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

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

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    Questions about Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian

    What is the nearest station to Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian?
    Yamagata, about a 45-minute walk away. Yamagata is served by JR Yamagata Shinkansen (bus connection).
    What should I order at Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian?
    Sobaya no Tori Chuka (そば屋の鳥中華) / Zao Miso Ramen (蔵王味噌ラーメン). Noodles: chewy medium curly noodles.
    How much does ramen cost at Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian?
    Lunch runs ¥1,000–¥1,999 and dinner None. Cards are accepted.
    When is Zao Mendokoro Soba Rian open?
    11:00–15:00 (primarily winter season and seasonal holiday periods). Irregular holidays.