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Masago Soba

A signature bowl from our Takayama guide. See what to order, why this counter stands out, and how to plan the visit.

Takayama chuka soba

Illustrated chuka soba for Masago Soba in Takayama
Illustrated signature bowl · Masago Soba

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Chuka soba

The story behind the bowl

Often described as an origin point of Takayama ramen, Masago cooks soy seasoning together with the stock rather than adding tare separately, creating an integrated, gently dark soup around fine curls.

Before you go: Order the standard bowl and visit early; the compact menu leaves nowhere for weak choices to hide.