Niboshi Chuka Soba Senmon Niboshi Maru

Niboshimaru, selected as a 2025 Ramen Hyakumeiten, is a popular specialty shop for rich niboshi (dried sardine) Chinese soba, conveniently located just a minute's walk from Omiya Station's West Exit. Their acclaimed soup is packed with robust niboshi umami yet is surprisingly easy to eat, lacking any harsh bitterness. It pairs perfectly with their thin, firm noodles. This cash-only establishment, primarily with counter seating, is known for its addictive taste and consistently draws crowds.