[Fukuoka Tenjin Branch - Nagahama Yatai Yamachan Fukuoka Tenjin Branch]

#Overseas travel If you want to taste the real Hakata ramen in Fukuoka, I recommend Nagahama-ya-dai やまちゃん 福岡天神店, a hidden ramen spot that is visited more by locals than tourists. This is an indoor restaurant that has the same feel as the traditional food stalls “yatai” along the Nakasu River, and its rustic yet cozy atmosphere is impressive. The interior is not large, but it is full of lively and warm energy. It is a comfortable atmosphere that you won’t feel awkward at all even if you come alone, and the charm of this place is well-demonstrated by local office workers and regulars enjoying a bowl of ramen with a glass of beer. The most popular menu is definitely “Nagahama Ramen (長浜ラーメン).” It has a simple composition of rich tonkotsu broth and extra-fine noodles, but the soup is deep and clean without any unpleasant odor. The price is reasonable at around 700 yen for a bowl of ramen, and you can order additional noodles (kaedama) to enjoy a hearty meal. The biggest charm of this place is that it preserves the ‘local atmosphere’. Unlike famous franchise ramen shops, it is not fancy, but it is a place where you can taste the original ramen that real Fukuoka people look for. It is open late at night, so it is perfect for a quick stop after a day of traveling. If you want to lead travelers to a real restaurant in Fukuoka Tenjin, I highly recommend Yamachan Fukuoka Tenjin. Address: 11-3, 2-chome, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Solaria Stage B2 Phone number: 092-733-3589 Opening hours: Lunch: 11:00~15:00 (last order 14:45) Dinner: 17:00~22:30 (last order 22:00) Closed: Open every day