Maruike Seimensho

Maruike Seimensho is a udon specialty restaurant in Itano District, Tokushima Prefecture. Its focus is on serving 100% fresh noodles. The udon is characterized by a smooth, stretchy texture with both suppleness and chew. Using traditional methods, the restaurant pursues its ideal Sanuki udon day after day. It draws both locals and tourists every day.

To order, tell the staff what you want at the counter, then choose your toppings while you wait for your meal to be prepared. The restaurant’s signature dish is bukkake udon. It is a simple bowl that lets you fully enjoy noodles that are freshly made, freshly boiled, and freshly chilled. Popular as “udon with a texture and flavor unlike any other,” the menu also features classics such as kama-tama udon and meat udon, as well as unique options like Calpis Butter Kama-tama.

There are 31 seats in total, including indoor seating and covered outdoor seats. The staff is well known for cheerful and courteous service. There is also a vending machine in front of the shop selling “UDON Dashi,” a bottled soup stock concentrate that is three times concentrated. Fresh udon noodles for takeout are also available. Many people buy them as souvenirs from their trip.