Cold noodles are delicious when eaten during the summer when the temperature rises, and are a dish that everyone loves as they are cool, refreshing and filling.

Today I would like to introduce "Morioka Reimen," a local B-class gourmet dish from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture in the Tohoku region.

"What are the characteristics of Morioka cold noodles?"
"What is the difference between this and regular cold noodles?"
"Is it true that hiyashi (cold noodles) originally came from the Korean Peninsula?"

This article will provide a clear explanation of Morioka cold noodles.

Finally, we will introduce how to access Morioka City and information about tourist attractions, so please use it as a reference.

What is Morioka Reimen, a local B-class gourmet food from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture?

Morioka Reimen, a local B-class gourmet dish from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, is loved by everyone from adults to children, and is said to have been created around 1954.

The appeal of Morioka cold noodles lies in the smooth and chewy noodles made from wheat flour and starch, and the soup made from beef bones and other ingredients brings out the umami of the beef to the fullest, enhancing its richness.

The soup contains kimchi, and most stores that sell Morioka Reimen allow you to choose the spiciness from 3 to 5 levels to suit everyone, whether you like kimchi or can't stand spicy food.

Also, for those who can't stand spicy food, there is an option to have the cold noodles and kimchi served separately, so don't worry. In addition to kimchi, some places also offer toppings such as cucumbers, beef tendons, apples, and pears.

Morioka cold noodles are not only enjoyed by fans of local B-class gourmet food, but are also soul food for the locals, eaten daily in homes and making them an indispensable part of Morioka city.

The history of Morioka Reimen, a local B-class gourmet dish from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture

As mentioned earlier, Morioka Reimen, a local B-class gourmet dish from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, was created around 1954.

At that time, when Morioka noodle craftsman Aoki Teruhito opened "Shokudoen", he created this dish by fusing Hamhung cold noodles, which are traditional to the Korean Peninsula, with Pyongyang cold noodles.

Cold noodles, which have become something of a national dish for us Japanese, were originally a delicacy that came from the Korean Peninsula, and Morioka cold noodles were developed through much trial and error to suit the Japanese palate.

Hamhung naengmyeon combines noodles in a sweet and spicy sauce, while Pyongyang naengmyeon is a cold noodle dish with a light soup. Taking inspiration from these, we combined beef soup with sour and spicy kimchi to create our own unique style.

They are also particular about their noodles, and you can see Mr. Aoki's strong commitment not only to the taste but also to the appearance of his Morioka cold noodles.

Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture's local B-class gourmet "Morioka Reimen" has many repeat customers

Morioka Reimen, a local B-class gourmet dish from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, is characterized by its smooth noodle texture.

The ingredients used are different from those of regular cold noodles; buckwheat flour is usually used, but as mentioned above, Morioka cold noodles are made with wheat flour.

Therefore, while regular reimen noodles are dark in color and easy to chew, Morioka reimen noodles are made from wheat flour, making them smooth and chewy.

Morioka Reimen has its own unique noodles, seasonings, and toppings depending on the store that sells it, and being able to enjoy the differences between them is one of its charms. It also seems to have a large number of repeat customers due to its ease of eating and satisfaction.

There are many things to see in Morioka city, but the presence of Morioka Reyami noodles is so great that many people associate Morioka with Morioka Reyami noodles, and this has had a positive impact on revitalizing the city's tourism industry.

In addition to Morioka Reimen, noodle dishes such as "Morioka Jajamen" and "Wankosoba" have become popular among the citizens of Morioka City, with the city ranking first among prefectural capitals in terms of purchases of Chinese noodles.

Morioka City's Features and Access

From here, let's take a closer look at Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture.

First of all, Morioka City is a large city that everyone knows and is located in the central part of Iwate Prefecture. It is the prefectural capital and largest city of the prefecture. The population is just under 300,000, and the city is rich in nature, including mountains, rivers, and lakes.

Morioka city is famous as a "nostalgic town" with its retro architecture from the Meiji period, where you can experience traditional Japanese culture, and as we will cover in this article, it is also known as a gourmet town.

Morioka City has many tourist attractions, including the Iwate Prefectural Museum of Art, where you can enjoy art, Morioka Castle Ruins Park, the remains of a castle with its beautiful stone walls, and Morioka Hachiman Shrine, an ancient shrine with the most impressive appearance in the prefecture.

Since it is in the Tohoku region, it is very cold in the winter, but the snowy scenery is truly spectacular. However, if you want to visit, I think spring is the best season.

During the cherry blossom season, the Morioka Sakura Festival is held every year at Morioka Castle Ruins Park, and is a popular event that draws many people.

Morioka city is easily accessible from major cities across the country, with it taking just two hours by Shinkansen from Tokyo, a little over an hour by plane from Nagoya or Osaka to Hanamaki Airport, and then a 45-minute bus ride from the airport to the city center.

Buses and taxis operate in Morioka city, making sightseeing easy and providing a convenient transportation network.

Location of Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture

summary

What did you think? Today, we explained about Morioka Reimen, a local B-class gourmet dish from Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture.

Please enjoy Morioka cold noodles, which are a little different from regular cold noodles.

At the same time, enjoy Morioka, a major city in the Tohoku region, and create the best memories ever.

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