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    Chuka Soba Mugen

    中華そば 無限

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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

    A multi-year Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient two minutes from JR Ebie Station Exit 1, Mugen prepares small-batch ramen for eight counter diners. The broth blends whole Nagoya-kochin, Aomori Shamo-rock, and Hinai-jidori chickens with seasonal dried seafood and aged artisanal soy sauces. In-house kneaded flat noodles pair with tender roast pork shoulder and thick menma.

    Order This

    Chuka Soba (中華そば) / Shio Soba (塩そば)

    Shoyu
    Shio
    Niboshi
    Flat in-house handmade straight noodles
    ¥1,000–¥1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Two minutes from Ebie Station Exit 1 or three minutes from Noda-hanshin Station. Operates on a waiting list sign-up ledger at the front door; write your name upon arrival.

    Operational note: Pure natural dashi shoyu broth; posts daily noodle batch volumes, sell-out warnings, and monthly operating schedules.
    Live announcements:𝕏@mugen_chukasoba@chukasoba_mugen

    Location

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    大阪府大阪市福島区海老江5-5-10

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Flat in-house handmade straight noodles

    Broth

    Shoyu
    Shio
    Niboshi

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–¥1,999

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    Recommended order

    Chuka Soba (中華そば) / Shio Soba (塩そば)

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    Getting there

    大阪府大阪市福島区海老江5-5-10

    2 min from Ebie

    JR Tozai Line, Osaka Metro Sennichimae Line, Hanshin Main Line

    Hours

    11:00–15:00, 18:00–21:00 (Wed–Sun); 11:00–15:00 (Mon). Closed Tuesdays.

    Closed: Tuesday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Two minutes from Ebie Station Exit 1 or three minutes from Noda-hanshin Station. Operates on a waiting list sign-up ledger at the front door; write your name upon arrival.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Pure natural dashi shoyu broth; posts daily noodle batch volumes, sell-out warnings, and monthly operating schedules.

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

    𝕏@mugen_chukasoba@chukasoba_mugen

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

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    Questions about Chuka Soba Mugen

    What is the nearest station to Chuka Soba Mugen?
    Ebie, about a 2-minute walk away. Ebie is served by JR Tozai Line, Osaka Metro Sennichimae Line and Hanshin Main Line.
    What should I order at Chuka Soba Mugen?
    Chuka Soba (中華そば) / Shio Soba (塩そば). The kitchen works in Shoyu and Niboshi. Noodles: flat in-house handmade straight noodles.
    How much does ramen cost at Chuka Soba Mugen?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–¥1,999.
    When is Chuka Soba Mugen open?
    11:00–15:00, 18:00–21:00 (Wed–Sun); 11:00–15:00 (Mon). Closed Tuesdays. Closed Tuesday.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Chuka Soba Mugen?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Chuka Soba Mugen accept?
    Cash is recommended. Keep ¥1,000 notes ready for the ticket machine.