01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
When switching train lines or taking a break between shopping errands, Honjin serves as a dependable stop for a quick, robustly flavored bowl of noodles. One of its defining characteristics is the dark, punchy broth infused with rich dashi aromas. Whether poured hot over crispy tempura bits in tanuki soba, paired with a kakiage vegetable fritter, or served chilled alongside zaru soba, this assertive seasoning brings out the best in the noodles.
Diners looking for a more substantial meal often turn to the katsudon and soba set. A breaded pork cutlet simmered in a sweet-savory sauce with egg rests over a generous bowl of rice, making for a hearty combination alongside a bowl of soba. Other satisfying pairings include a curry rice and tanuki soba combination, as well as a comforting bowl of pork curry udon, giving visitors plenty of variety to match their appetite.
The noodle selection reaches beyond the staples to include tori seiro soba—chilled noodles dipped into a hot, chicken-infused broth—along with bowls topped with pickled red ginger tempura crisps, and even ramen garnished with sweet corn and chicken. Running continuously from 7:00 in the morning until 22:00 at night, it offers a fuss-free counter where solo diners can comfortably slip in for a speedy meal at almost any hour.
