Food & specialties・Hakata

Hakata UdonHakata Udon

Also known as: 博多うどん

A style of udon originating in Hakata characterized by soft, pillowy noodles — the opposite of the firm, chewy noodles prized in other regions. The broth is a delicate dashi made from kelp and dried sardines. Classic toppings include gobō-ten (burdock root tempura) and maru-ten (round fish cake). Hakata is traditionally credited as the birthplace of udon in Japan.

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