Shikuu's Gourmet from May 2026
29th July I visited "Zuburoku," an oden shop in Roppongi, for dinner during a business trip to Tokyo. While the exterior evokes the feel of a weathered, traditional wooden izakaya, the interior—though compact—is stylish. After enjoying dishes like seared mackerel and salad, the oden—steeped in a rich, dark broth—was absolutely superb. For the final course, I had udon served in that same dark Kanto-style broth; it offered a flavor profile distinct from Sanuki udon. It definitely deserves an "Excellent" rating. The prices are reasonable for the area, and the staff provided excellent service. Before heading out on a business trip, I had Tokushima ramen for lunch at Men-Oh Takamatsu Ekimae branch. I ordered the regular Tokushima ramen (850 yen, firm noodles) and added a free raw egg as a topping. The thin noodles paired perfectly with the rich, dark pork bone and soy sauce soup. You can't go wrong with Tokushima ramen. I added an extra serving of noodles...