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    Chuka Soba Shu

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    Ground Intel & Counter Rules

    Queue Protocol

    Line Up First

    Join the line outside. Staff will direct you inside to buy your ticket when seats open up.

    Payment Acceptance
    ¥1,000 Notes Only

    The ticket machine rejects ¥10,000 and ¥5,000 notes. Break large notes at a convenience store before arriving.

    Typical Wait

    Usually under 15 minutes

    Peak rush runs 11:45 to 13:15 on weekdays. Arrive 15 minutes before opening for shorter waits.

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    Chuka Soba Shu in Onomichi, Hiroshima serves shoyu ramen near Onomichi station. Prices up to ¥999 for both lunch and dinner; closed Thursdays.

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    Shoyu

    Shoyu
    Ramen
    Up to ¥999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Closed on Thursdays.

    Operational note: Founded by family of historic pioneer Shukaen; authentic Onomichi iriko broth with hand-cut pork back-fat; in-person queue only

    Location

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    4-14 Hatchōbori, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0013, Japan

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen

    Broth

    Shoyu

    Typical price

    Up to ¥999

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    Recommended order

    Shoyu

    食券

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    Getting there

    4-14 Hatchōbori, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0013, Japan

    Near Onomichi

    Hours

    Opening hours are not yet confirmed.

    Closed: Thursday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Closed on Thursdays.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Founded by family of historic pioneer Shukaen; authentic Onomichi iriko broth with hand-cut pork back-fat; in-person queue only

    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

    醤油ラーメンをください

    Shoyu ramen o kudasai

    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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    Questions about Chuka Soba Shu

    What is the nearest station to Chuka Soba Shu?
    Onomichi, a short walk away.
    What should I order at Chuka Soba Shu?
    Shoyu. Noodles: ramen.
    How much does ramen cost at Chuka Soba Shu?
    A bowl runs Up to ¥999.
    When is Chuka Soba Shu open?
    Closed Thursday.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Chuka Soba Shu?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Chuka Soba Shu accept?
    Cash is recommended. Keep ¥1,000 notes ready for the ticket machine.