Ramen Matsuya is a neighborhood Yonezawa ramen shop in the Kubotamachi area of Yonezawa City, serving the region's signature hand-pulled thin curly noodles in a straightforward shoyu broth. The menu keeps things simple with shoyu ramen, a chashu-topped version and a gyoza side, without the elaborate variations found at some larger ramen chains. The dining room is small and modest, with counter and table seating aimed at quick, everyday meals for local residents rather than tourists seeking out a destination noodle shop. There is no drinks program beyond water, tea and a small selection of soft drinks. The shop does not take reservations and is closed on Wednesdays, so visitors should check the schedule before making a special trip to this quieter part of Yonezawa.
Signature dishes
- Shoyu ramen
- Chashu ramen
- Gyoza set
Good to know
- Known for
- Neighbourhood Yonezawa ramen shop serving the region's signature hand-pulled thin curly noodles
- Hours
- 11:00AM-7:00PM; closed Wednesdays
- Reservations
- Not accepted; walk-in
Location
545 Kubotamachi Kubota, Yonezawa, Yamagata 992-0003, Japan
37.9575, 140.0917 View on map
Highlights
- Neighborhood shop serving Yonezawa's signature hand-pulled thin curly noodles
- Simple, well-executed shoyu ramen and chashu ramen
- Gyoza as a classic side dish
- Quiet, local, everyday noodle-shop atmosphere
Tips for visiting
- Closed on Wednesdays, so check ahead before visiting
- No reservations are accepted at this small, casual shop
- Chashu ramen is a heartier option than the plain shoyu bowl
- Located in a quieter residential part of Yonezawa away from the main tourist circuit
Accessibility
The shop is a small, ground-level neighborhood noodle restaurant with limited space; wheelchair users should call ahead to check entrance and seating conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What day is Ramen Matsuya closed?
It is closed on Wednesdays.
Is it near central Yonezawa?
It is located in the Kubotamachi area, a residential part of Yonezawa City somewhat removed from the main tourist sights.
Does it take reservations?
No, it is a walk-in noodle shop without a reservation system.
What are the hours?
The shop is open 11:00AM to 7:00PM, except Wednesdays.