Soy sauce ramen｜Strike-ken

I have tasted “Straight”（Soy sauce ramen） at “Strike-ken”, a ramen restaurant located near Tenjinbashisuji-Rokuchome Station in Kita-ku, Osaka City. This restaurant has gained popularity among ramen fans, and we have enjoyed its charms to the fullest.

Retro atmosphere and famous celebrity autographs

“Strike-ken”, a few minutes’ walk from Tenjinbashisuji-Rokuchome Station in Osaka City, has a nostalgic atmosphere from the outside. Upon entering the restaurant, the walls are decorated with celebrity autographs, which gives a sense of the restaurant’s popularity. The interior of the restaurant, which mainly consists of counter seats, is simple and clean, making it easy to visit even by yourself.

Seafood and chicken broth shines in the soup

“Straight” (Soy sauce ramen) soup is impressive first of all for the clear color of its broth. The soup, based on seafood and chicken broth, has a strong soy sauce flavor and is reminiscent of old-fashioned Chinese soba noodles. As you take a sip, its gentle flavor and deep umami spread in your mouth, giving you a taste that is both nostalgic and new at the same time. The sour accent is also exquisite, and you will not be able to stop drinking the soup.

Medium-thick straight noodles and simple toppings

This “Straight”‘s noodle is characterized by its medium-thick straight noodles. The noodles have a sticky texture and are perfectly intertwined with the soup. The noodles glide smoothly down your throat, and you can enjoy their deliciousness with every mouthful. Toppings include char siu pork, green onion, naruto, komatsuna (Japanese mustard spinach), nori (seaweed), and boiled egg. The char siu pork, in particular, has a perfect balance of thickness and fat, and its juicy flavor goes perfectly with the soup. The boiled egg, although small in size, is gently seasoned to maintain the harmony of the entire dish.

Simple yet satisfying ramen

The charm of “Straight” (Soy sauce ramen) lies in its simplicity. The soup is devoid of superfluous embellishments, and the quality of the ingredients is enhanced. The crunchy texture of the green onions and the freshness of the komatsuna (Japanese komatsuna greens) accentuate the flavor of the ramen and keep you coming back for more. While the ramen is in the nostalgic style of Chinese soba noodles, it is also highly accomplished as a modern ramen and leaves you with a very satisfied feeling after finishing it.

【 UMAMECCA Editor’s voice 】

“Strike-ken”‘s “Straight” (Soy sauce ramen) is an exquisite combination of a nostalgic tasting soup with seafood and chicken broth and medium-thick straight noodles. This simple yet deeply flavored ramen is worth trying at least once for ramen fans. If you visit the Tenjinbashisuji-Rokuchome Station neighborhood in Osaka, please enjoy this “Straight” ramen at “Strike-ken” (Soy sauce ramen). It will surely be a memorable ramen experience.