Salt Ramen

[A supreme bowl made with phantom salt] The exquisite salt ramen of Urabandai, shining with 'Aizu mountain salt' boiled down from hot spring water

The Urabandai area boasts some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Fukushima Prefecture. What excites ramen fans from all over the country here is the salt ramen that luxuriously uses locally produced 'mountain salt'. This bowl, made with a completely different approach than Kitakata's soy sauce ramen, hides the blessings of nature and the tremendous effort that can only be produced deep in the mountains, far from the sea.

■ Just 1kg from 100L of hot spring water. The miracle 'Aizu mountain salt'

The biggest point of interest is the method of producing the salt that determines the flavor.

• Method of boiling down the source: The source of the 'Oshio Urabandai Onsen', rich in salt, is boiled down for days in a large pot over a wood fire.
• Rare mineral balance: Compared to seawater, it has less 'bittern' component and is characterized by the absence of the sharpness typical of salt. This is a very rare and expensive 'miracle salt' that can only be obtained in small quantities from a large amount of hot spring water.

■ Sparkling transparent soup and a smooth 'mellow flavor'

When the ramen using this mountain salt is served, you are first captivated by its visual appeal.

• Transparency experienced through the five senses: The sparkling, clear soup in the bowl is extremely light yet gradually spreads deep umami and sweetness.
• Unique mellowness: The 'soft saltiness' brought by the blessings of the hot springs is sure to impress. Many people visit Urabandai seeking this flavor, a local ramen that can only be tasted here.