Shellfish broth soy sauce ramen｜Sekai-ichi himana ramen-ya

I went to eat the much talked about “Witch’s red” (Shellfish broth soy sauce ramen) at the “Sekai-ichi himana ramen-ya” located in Kita-ku, Osaka City. The restaurant is known for its unique name and highly rated ramen, which we experienced for ourselves.

Fascinating Ramen Soup

“Witch’s red” (Shellfish broth soy sauce ramen) is an exquisite dish of soy sauce-based soup with the flavor of shellfish. First of all, you will be surprised by the deep flavor of the soup. The sweetness of the soy sauce is well expressed, and the delicious taste of the shellfish spreads out behind the sweetness. It has an elegance like that of Japanese soup stock or French soup, and is beyond the boundaries of ramen. A hint of fat floats on the surface of the soup, adding to its richness, but it is not cloying at all, making it a delicious dish that can be consumed all the way through to the end.

Medium-thick straight noodles and excellent toppings

Another attraction of this ramen is the noodles and toppings. The medium-thick, straight noodles have a high water content and are characterized by their sticky texture. Over time, they absorb the broth and change their flavor, making each bite a new pleasure. The char siu pork is thinly sliced and cooked to a rare, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. The ajitama (seasoned egg) has a rich orange yolk that goes perfectly with the soup. In addition, there are a variety of toppings such as bamboo shoots, green onions, and kaiware (white radish sprouts), all of which are carefully prepared.

Very nice atmosphere and service in the restaurant.

The interior of “Sekai-ichi himana ramen-ya” has only L-shaped counter seats, creating a very homey atmosphere. Upon entering the restaurant, you can purchase a meal ticket from the ticket machine and wait while watching the owner carefully prepare each ramen one by one. The wait staff is polite and attentive, and even first-time visitors can enjoy the restaurant with peace of mind.

【 UMAMECCA Editor’s voice 】

“Witch’s red” (Shellfish broth soy sauce ramen) at the “Sekai-ichi himana ramen-ya” is a perfect combination of a soy sauce-based soup with the flavor of shellfish and sticky, medium-thick, straight noodles. The toppings are also extensive, all of which are of high quality and highly satisfying, and despite the name “Sekai-ichi himana ramen-ya”, you will be able to enjoy one of the most delicious soy sauce ramen in the world.