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    Marumi Shokudo

    丸見食堂

    Local Favorite
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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.

    Best for

    Operating for over 90 years near the train station, Marumi Shokudo is one of Kitakata's oldest surviving shokudo eateries. The clear, gentle soup draws deep flavor from pork bones, local vegetables, and aromatic soy sauce. Thick crinkled noodles are soft and comforting, served with hand-cut pork chashu and bamboo shoots.

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    Ramen (ラーメン) & Chashumen

    Kitakata Shoyu
    Chuka Soba
    Classic thick wavy Kitakata noodles
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Located only five minutes walk from Kitakata Station as an easy first stop upon arriving by train. Retro Showa-era decor with warm hospitality. Cash only.

    Operational note: Local Kitakata diner near city center. Walk-up queue, cash payment at table.
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    Location

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    福島県喜多方市字前田4963

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Classic thick wavy Kitakata noodles

    Broth

    Kitakata Shoyu
    Chuka Soba

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Ramen (ラーメン) & Chashumen

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    Getting there

    福島県喜多方市字前田4963

    5 min from Kitakata

    JR Banetsu West Line

    Hours

    10:30–18:30. Closed Tuesdays.

    Closed: Tuesday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Located only five minutes walk from Kitakata Station as an easy first stop upon arriving by train. Retro Showa-era decor with warm hospitality. Cash only.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Local Kitakata diner near city center. Walk-up queue, cash payment at table.

    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

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    Questions about Marumi Shokudo

    What is the nearest station to Marumi Shokudo?
    Kitakata, about a 5-minute walk away. Kitakata is served by JR Banetsu West Line.
    What should I order at Marumi Shokudo?
    Ramen (ラーメン) & Chashumen. The kitchen works in Kitakata Shoyu and Chuka Soba. Noodles: classic thick wavy kitakata noodles.
    How much does ramen cost at Marumi Shokudo?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999. Bring cash: the shop does not take cards.
    When is Marumi Shokudo open?
    10:30–18:30. Closed Tuesdays. Closed Tuesday.
    What should I know before visiting Marumi Shokudo?
    Seating is at the counter.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Marumi Shokudo?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Marumi Shokudo accept?
    Cash only. The ticket machine takes ¥1,000 banknotes and coins. Break ¥10,000 bills before arriving.