Chūka Soba Shu
中華そば 朱
After the legendary Shukaen closed in 2019, its founder's family opened this Onomichi ramen shop, carrying on the original flavors and menu.
Opened in 2020 near the original restaurant by the wife and daughter of Shukaen's founder, the menu carries on Shukaen's offerings: chūka soba in soy-sauce broth with pork back fat bits, chashu noodles, wonton noodles, and stir-fried noodles. The stir-fried noodles were originally a limited dish and remain very popular here. Service ends once the broth runs out, and the shop sometimes serves only lunch, so expect queues at busy times. Average spend is about ¥800–1,200. Located on the west side of Onomichi City Hall in Juyokka-motomachi, about a 16-minute walk from JR Onomichi Station.
Opening hours
11:00–17:00 or 18:00 (closes when sold out); closed Thursdays and the third Wednesday of the month
Nearby sights
- Tenneiji Temple Three-storied Pagoda
- Cat Alley (Neko no Hosomichi)
- Onomichi Hondori Shopping Street
- Senkoji Temple
- Path of Literature
- Saikokuji Temple
- Jodoji Temple
- Senkoji Park & Ropeway