Kawagoe Ramen Tour
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Peek Into the Secrets of a Popular Ramen Restaurant
Start by visiting the brewery of Matsumoto Craft Soy Sauce, whose soy sauce brews have been passed down for 250 years since the Edo period. Designated as an Important Architectural Structure of Kawagoe City, the soy sauce brewery houses rows of large wooden barrels that fill the air with the aroma of soy sauce.
Next is the Todoroki-ya Dried Foods Store, where you’ll enjoy tastings of soup stock made from three essential Japanese umami ingredientsーshiitake mushrooms, bonito flakes, and kelp. Indulge in these exquisite flavors and aromas while learning about dashi from the guide with easy-to-understand flip charts and models.
Next is the Todoroki-ya Dried Foods Store, where you’ll enjoy tastings of soup stock made from three essential Japanese umami ingredientsーshiitake mushrooms, bonito flakes, and kelp. Indulge in these exquisite flavors and aromas while learning about dashi from the guide with easy-to-understand flip charts and models.
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(Includes one bowl of Kawagoe soy sauce ramen, three types of dashi tastings, and a tour guide)
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Vesolowski, Ariya (Last Name, First Name)
While I believe the appeal of travel varies between each individual, the tours I curate offer exclusive experiences not available elsewhere. Despite historical facts and information being available online, the opportunity to engage in conversations and connect with locals is unparalleled. Through Japan’s rich and enduring traditional culture, I aim to facilitate connections among people and provide experiences that enrich life. I invite you to join us.
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