Ippudo — Restaurant in Morioka

Accessibility: 4/5 Not hard to find. Their hours are extremely convenient. They do not have parking or parking discounts (as far as I know). Waits were reasonable, but the place was nearly empty when I went.

Food: 5/5 I had the gyoza and white sauce ramen. Their gyoza is delicious, maybe the best I've had. It's definitely bite-sized, though. The ramen broth had a gentle but fulfilling taste and aroma, and the noodles were tasty. All in all, great stuff.

Customer Experience: 5/5 It's spacious place with a variety of seating options (counter, tables, some booths). You order using a tablet placed at your seat, so you can order at your leisure without ever having to wave someone down. The menu is available in Japanese or English.

Pricing: 4/5 For ramen, it's slightly on the expensive side, though not heinous. You're going to pay probably close to 2,000 yen for the classic ramen-fried rice-gyoza combo. They accept PayPay, and of...

Manager is rude to their staff!!!! We were dining awhile ago when we heard an argument between employees. The supposed to be manager, shouted on one of his staff in front of everyone which is not really appropriate. I personally witness how the manager in Ippudo Morioka branch humiliated their staff just because of wrong order. That man should be fired! Japan is a beautiful country but seeing that kind of interaction, I kinda feel sad and angry at the same time. No one deserves that kind of treatment most especially when it is your employees! I will try to email the head of Ippudo company to escalate that and let them know that their own manager is destroying...

Shokudoen, recognized as the origin of Morioka Reimen; The mouthwatering combination of succulent, springy noodles and a rich, flavorsome broth made from beef, beef bone, and chicken bone is truly exceptional.

The soup itself is irresistibly delicious, boasting a light, invigorating flavor and a distinct, gentle sweetness. It is customary to enjoy this dish with kimchi, adjusting the spiciness according to your preference.

The kimchi not only imparts a pleasant, spicy zing but also adds a touch of acidity that enhances the noodle's taste. If you're looking to sample reimen in Morioka, don't miss out on this remarkable...