Menya Somies
麺屋 Somie's
Overview
Opened in 2013 by a former vintage clothing store owner, this is a super popular ramen shop in Ekimae-cho, Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture. The shop's name, Somie's, is an Americanized version of the owner's wife's name, Sonmi. Its unique charm lies in the contrast between its appearance and interior BGM (hard rock from bands like Guns N' Roses and Aerosmith) which resemble a rock band's live house, and its meticulous dedication to ramen making. It won the top prize at the Kansai Ramen Grand Prix 2024 and has been selected multiple times for Tabelog's Hyakumeiten (Top 100 Restaurants), proving its skill. The signature dishes feature a soup free of chemical seasonings and yeast extract, and homemade "Ittan-men" (meaning "one-tan noodle"), which are hand-kneaded natural wavy noodles. These wide, flat noodles, made with sticky mochi wheat, offer a unique, addictive texture: a satisfying 'gum-like' bounce when chewed, carrying the soup and dancing in your mouth. The signature Jidori Gyokai Shio Ramen (chicken and seafood salt ramen) and Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) have a profound depth, created by the rich flavor of jidori chicken and bonito-based seafood broth layered like a duet, astonishingly thick for a soup without chemical seasonings. The ramen is luxuriously topped with four types of char siu (grilled, rare, kamado charcoal-grilled, and smoked chicken breast), allowing diners to enjoy the differences in texture and smoky aroma. Limited-time menus such as "Somiso" (Shinshu miso x jidori chicken, pork bone, and seafood triple soup), "Paitan to Niboshi" (creamy chicken broth style), and "Dai Komu-chan" (ultimate tsukemen) frequently appear, making this a famous shop known nationwide for drawing ramen fans on four-hour one-way journeys.
How to Order
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1Before entering
Located a 4-5 minute walk from JR Fukuchiyama Station. Open only for a short lunch period from 11:00-13:45 on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. As opening hours may be irregular, it is recommended to check their official X (@menya_somies) before visiting. On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, there is a unique registration system: write your name on the registration board at the storefront 1-1.5 hours before opening, spend time nearby, return 10 minutes before opening to purchase meal tickets, then enter. During Golden Week and other long holidays, arriving at 10:30 often means 7-9 customers are already ahead, and limited menus may sell out quickly. As each bowl is carefully prepared, it may take over 30 minutes to be served; a notice advises allowing ample time for your visit.
2Purchasing meal tickets and ordering
Purchase meal tickets from the vending machine at the entrance. Cash only, no English descriptions or photos. The signature dishes are Jidori Gyokai Shio Ramen for 1,450 yen and Jidori Gyokai Shoyu Ramen for 1,450 yen. A notice recommends salt or soy sauce ramen for first-time visitors. Toppings include an extra slice of rare char siu, ajitama (seasoned egg), and rice dishes. Limited menus (Somiso, Paitan to Niboshi, Tsukemen, etc.) should be decided based on their appearance on the vending machine at the time of visit. On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, meal tickets are purchased according to the registration order, and staff will guide customers on the timing of registration and purchase.
3Seating and receiving your order
Staff will guide you to one of 10 counter seats, or one indoor 2-person table or one 4-person table. As each dish is prepared carefully, serving time can vary from 10-30 minutes after seating. During busy periods, it may take even longer, so allow plenty of time for your visit.
4Other information
Enjoying the four types of char siu (grilled, rare, kamado charcoal-grilled, smoked chicken breast) by comparing their textures and smoky aromas is a highlight. The inability to order a large size (oomori) is said to be the owner's "love call" to encourage repeat visits. The in-store BGM is mainly hard rock, and sometimes the music starts simultaneously with the start of service. Parking: On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, use the gravel parking lot diagonally across from the store (park in a line). On weekdays, use the municipal parking lot at Fukuchiyama Station North Exit Rotary (1 hour free).
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Seating
Tables seat up to ~4 people. Groups of 5+ will need multiple tables and may wait longer than usual.
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Voices
関西のラーメン好きなら一度は憧れる場所🍜
— keちゃん (@ke_maybe) March 1, 2026
究極のラーメンAWARD総合グランプリ獲得
福知山、麺屋ソミーズ(麺屋Somie's)さん。
メニューにまず悩む！
(挙動不審全開で悩んでいたのは私)
外観、内観、券売機も店内音楽もこだわりが。#麺屋ソミーズ @menya_somies #ラーメンリサーチャーke pic.twitter.com/dWiK6oMq9C
麺屋Somie's/麺屋ソミーズ
— まな (@6080B) March 15, 2026
DX鶏塩
鶏100 %
海老ワンタン🦐☁🦐
姉さん、事件です！！！ pic.twitter.com/m9ZRoy6PUJ
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| Lunch | Afternoon | Dinner | Late night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | 30-60 minRef. | - | - | - |
| Weekend | Over 60 minRef. | - | - | - |
* Dashed cells = reference data from past visit examples (replaced once enough reviews arrive)
Dietary Notes
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This information is based on user reports and is not official information from the shop. Cross-contamination in the cooking environment cannot be guaranteed. If you have severe allergies, please confirm directly with the shop.
Animal-free menu available
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Gluten-free menu available
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Halal options available
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Ingredients & Allergens
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