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Kishimen

Also written: きしめん · 棊子面

Kishimen are flat, wide udon noodles unique to Nagoya; they form a beloved everyday noodle culture and are popular with international visitors.

Aichi Chubu Life & Daily

About this place

Kishimen in Aichi – Kishimen are flat, wide udon noodles unique to Nagoya; they form a beloved everyday noodle culture and are popular with international visitors. In Tokyo/Kanto, big chains and independents coexist, price from ¥100 to luxury. Seasonal twist: cherry blossoms, summer matsuri, winter illum, pedestrian paradise on weekends. 2h walk yields shopping + rest. Etiquette: keep to side for photos, don't block registers, use cashless to speed. Access: Yamanote, metro, 5-min walk from nearest station, Suica tap.