{"id":15,"date":"2026-09-10T07:48:48","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T22:48:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/?page_id=15"},"modified":"2026-09-11T16:28:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T07:28:47","slug":"udon-%e3%80%8e%e3%81%86%e3%81%a9%e3%82%93%e3%80%8f","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/?page_id=15","title":{"rendered":"Udon \u300e\u3046\u3069\u3093\u300f"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\nmark {<br \/>\n  background-color: #FFF7D6;<br \/>\n  color: inherit;<br \/>\n  padding: 0.08em 0.2em;<br \/>\n  border-radius: 3px;<br \/>\n}<br \/>\n<\/style>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ibmoon-kim-eSZLK_kU7dE-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ibmoon-kim-eSZLK_kU7dE-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ibmoon-kim-eSZLK_kU7dE-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ibmoon-kim-eSZLK_kU7dE-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ibmoon-kim-eSZLK_kU7dE-unsplash-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ibmoon-kim-eSZLK_kU7dE-unsplash-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:0.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.648rem, 1.648rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.807), 2.8rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.2\">What is Udon?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:3rem;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.275), 1.05rem);\">A Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Japanese Udon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\">Udon is one of Japan&#8217;s most popular noodle dishes. It is made from wheat flour, water, and salt, and is known for its thick, chewy noodles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\">Udon can be enjoyed hot or cold, with a wide variety of soups, sauces, and toppings! Some bowls are simple and light, while others are rich and hearty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:4rem;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.275), 1.05rem);line-height:1.8\">For me, one of the best things about udon is its texture. Good udon has a satisfying springiness and a soft, mochi-like chewiness that makes it fun to eat \ud83d\ude0b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">Why I Love Udon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\">I love udon because it is simple, comforting, and surprisingly versatile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\">The noodles themselves have a mild flavor, so they work well with many different tastes! You can enjoy them with a delicate dashi broth, a rich curry sauce, or simple soy sauce and toppings \ud83d\udc4c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:4rem;line-height:1.8\">I especially enjoy cold udon. When the noodles are chilled, their springy texture becomes even more noticeable. <mark>Cold bukkake udon with lemon<\/mark> is one of my personal favorites \ud83d\udc9b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">Hot or Cold?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Hot Udon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\">Hot udon can be enjoyed in many different ways, such as <strong>Kake Udon, Bukkake Udon, and Kama-tama Udon<\/strong>. With hot udon, you can enjoy the mild flavor of the noodles together with a flavorful dashi broth or sauce. The warm broth is comforting and brings out the simple taste of the noodles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Cold Udon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:4rem;line-height:1.8\">Cold udon is a great choice when you want to enjoy the <mark><strong>firm and chewy texture<\/strong><\/mark> of the noodles. After cooking, the noodles are cooled in cold water. This helps give them a firmer texture. If you want something <strong>light and refreshing with a good bite<\/strong>, I recommend trying cold udon \ud83d\udc4d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">Popular Types of Udon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Kake Udon\uff08\u304b\u3051\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5528-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45\" style=\"width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5528-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5528-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5528-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5528-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5528.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Kake Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is one of the simplest and most classic styles. The noodles are served in a warm dashi-based broth, often with simple toppings such as green onions and tempura flakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"kitsune-udon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Kitsune Udon\uff08\u304d\u3064\u306d\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels-teresa-wang-2156262362-34261972-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-434\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels-teresa-wang-2156262362-34261972-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels-teresa-wang-2156262362-34261972-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels-teresa-wang-2156262362-34261972-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels-teresa-wang-2156262362-34261972-1536x1027.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels-teresa-wang-2156262362-34261972-2048x1369.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Kitsune Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is udon noodles topped with <strong>sweet and savory seasoned <a href=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/?page_id=424#aburaage\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"424\">aburaage<\/a><\/strong>, or fried tofu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Bukkake Udon\uff08\u3076\u3063\u304b\u3051\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5526-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5526-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5526-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5526-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5526-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5526.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Bukkake Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is served with a stronger, more concentrated sauce poured directly over the noodles. It can be served hot or cold and is often topped with ingredients such as grated daikon, green onions, ginger, or lemon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Zaru Udon\uff08\u3056\u308b\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1180\" height=\"1180\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5534-edited.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51\" style=\"width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5534-edited.jpeg 1180w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5534-edited-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5534-edited-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5534-edited-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5534-edited-768x768.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1180px) 100vw, 1180px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Zaru Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is cold udon served separately from a dipping sauce. Instead of pouring the sauce over the noodles, you dip a small amount of noodles into the sauce before eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Kama-age Udon\uff08\u91dc\u63da\u3052\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5527-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46\" style=\"width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5527-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5527-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5527-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5527-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5527.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Kama-age Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is served hot, straight from the cooking water, without rinsing the noodles in cold water. The noodles have a softer and more delicate texture than chilled udon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Kama-tama Udon\uff08\u91dc\u7389\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5531-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42\" style=\"width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5531-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5531-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5531-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5531-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5531.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Kama-tama Udon<\/strong><\/mark> combines freshly cooked hot udon with raw egg and soy sauce. The hot noodles mix with the egg to create a rich and creamy texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:0.75rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(1.039rem, 1.039rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.88), 1.6rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:800;line-height:1.4\">Curry Udon\uff08\u30ab\u30ec\u30fc\u3046\u3069\u3093\uff09<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5530-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43\" style=\"width:400px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5530-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5530-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5530-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5530-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5530.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:4rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Curry Udon<\/strong><\/mark> combines Japanese curry with udon noodles. The thick curry sauce clings to the noodles and creates a rich, satisfying dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">Regional Differences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:4rem;line-height:1.8\">Udon is enjoyed throughout Japan, but the noodles, broth, and preparation can vary from region to region. <mark><strong>Kagawa Prefecture<\/strong><\/mark> is particularly famous for Sanuki udon, which is known for its firm, springy texture. Kagawa also has a strong udon culture, with many different types of udon restaurants, including self-service shops. On the other hand, <mark><strong>Mie Prefecture<\/strong><\/mark> is home to Ise udon, which is famous for its very thick and soft noodles. This is a good example of how different udon can be depending on where you eat it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">How to Order Udon in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\">At some udon restaurants, you order from your seat. But many udon shops use a <mark><strong>self-service system<\/strong><\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-left-color:#d9c7a3;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:1rem;padding-left:12px;font-size:clamp(0.901rem, 0.901rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.704), 1.35rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.4\">How Self-Service Udon Shops Work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-border-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-color:#e5ded2;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;background-color:#f7f3ec;margin-bottom:8px;padding-top:16px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:16px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>\u2460 Order your udon<\/strong><br>Tell the staff which udon you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:2px;margin-bottom:2px;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.51), 1.2rem);\">\u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-border-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-color:#e5ded2;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;background-color:#f7f3ec;margin-bottom:8px;padding-top:16px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:16px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>\u2461 Get your udon<\/strong><br>Your udon is usually made and given to you at the counter.<br><em>Note: Kama-age Udon often takes a little longer to prepare, so the staff may bring it to you later.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:2px;margin-bottom:2px;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.51), 1.2rem);\">\u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-border-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-color:#e5ded2;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;background-color:#f7f3ec;margin-bottom:8px;padding-top:16px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:16px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>\u2462 Choose your side dishes<\/strong><br>Move along the counter and choose what you like, such as <mark><strong>tempura or rice balls<\/strong><\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:2px;margin-bottom:2px;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.51), 1.2rem);\">\u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-border-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-color:#e5ded2;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;background-color:#f7f3ec;margin-bottom:8px;padding-top:16px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:16px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>\u2463 Pay at the register<\/strong><br>Take your tray to the register and pay for your meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:2px;margin-bottom:2px;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.51), 1.2rem);\">\u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-border-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-color:#e5ded2;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;background-color:#f7f3ec;margin-bottom:4rem;padding-top:16px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:16px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>\u2464 Find a seat and enjoy your udon! \ud83c\udf5c<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">What Do \u201cKake\u201d and \u201cBukkake\u201d Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.8\"><mark><strong>Kake Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is udon served in a warm dashi broth.<br><mark><strong>Bukkake Udon<\/strong><\/mark> is udon with a strong sauce poured directly over the noodles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a1b4917b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:4rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5532-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5532-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5532-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5532-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5532-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5532.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5523-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5523-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5523-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5523-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5523-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/japanesefoodexperiences.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5523.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">Dietary Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:4rem;line-height:1.8\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Udon noodles are made with wheat flour, so they are <strong>not gluten-free<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are vegan or vegetarian, check the <strong>dashi, sauces, and toppings<\/strong>, as they may contain animal-based ingredients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have a food allergy, always check with the restaurant before ordering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;font-size:clamp(1.25rem, 1.25rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.176), 2rem);font-weight:700;line-height:1.3\">My Tip for First-Time Udon Eaters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\">If you are trying udon for the first time, start with something simple!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\"><strong>Kake Udon<\/strong> is a good choice if you want to enjoy the noodles and dashi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem;line-height:1.8\"><strong>Cold Bukkake<\/strong> or <strong>Zaru Udon<\/strong> is great if you want to enjoy the chewy texture of the noodles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:1rem;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.275), 1.05rem);line-height:1.8\">And don&#8217;t be afraid to try a small local udon shop!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:1rem;margin-bottom:2rem;font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.431), 1.15rem);font-weight:700\">Enjoy a local udon experience! 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