Share
Save
Photos
Udondokoro Shigemi
Show all photos
Share
Save
Photos
Summary
Restaurant Details
Location
For some of the best udon in Osaka, Ogawa Yusaku's creation is refreshingly simple: springy thick noodles immersed in a golden-hued dashi broth.
Restaurant Details
The beloved joint recently relocated from Osaka’s Honmachi area to a snug, narrow space in Nishitenma—and its loyal fans have eagerly followed. Here, they’ll continue to see owner-chef Ogawa Yusaku, who has worked at esteemed udon shops in Kagawa and Osaka, working directly with his dough. Using Kyushu-grown wheat, he creates the bouncy, squiggly noodles in two varieties: the Kagawa-hailed Sanuki and Kansai-style, reflecting his background.
Ogawa’s udons are uncomplicated and nurturing—the kind that gets you through a rough day. His menu is anchored by his signature white dashi, which draws its flavor from kelp, dried urume (sardines) and mackerel. Diners can’t go wrong with the lunch set that includes chikuwa tempura and a choice of raw egg or sardine-topped rice bowl. Follow the reviews and opt for the ultra-simplistic cold noodles, where thick udon is immersed in a beautifully golden-hued broth. Alternatively, the bukkake udon, with its thicker and more robust broth, is a dependable favorite. Condiments are minimal, with green onions and ginger served separately to be added gradually as you eat.
The comfort factor is ever-present, with a gentle umami that speaks for itself.
Michelin Guide accolades
2024 - Bib Gourmand
Reservations not available.
Browse restaurants allowing seat reservations and course menu reservations.
Udondokoro Shigemi Access Info
Udondokoro Shigemi is a 10-minute walk from Naniwabashi Station.
Udondokoro Shigemi Phone Number
03-4455-4777
Udondokoro Shigemi Business Days
Sunday
Closed
Monday
10:00 AM
03:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM
03:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:00 AM
03:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM
03:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM
03:00 PM
Udondokoro Shigemi Address
Gastro Plaza Building 1F, 4-7-7 Nishitenma, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0047
Restaurant location
Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.
Get Directions
We strive to be as accurate as possible and keep up with the changing landscape of Japan’s food and travel industries. If you spot any inaccuracies, please send a report.
Reservations not available.
Browse restaurants allowing seat reservations and course menu reservations.
You may also be interested in these restaurants
OSAKA
Shunwaseki Uoman Nishi-Umeda Main Branch
Good food, good sake. The kaiseki courses in this Nishi-Umeda restaurant make use of the freshest seafood Japan has to offer, from Nagasaki to Hokkaido.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥10,000-15,000
OSAKA
Soba Shubo Fukumaru
100 percent buckwheat “juwari” soba made with a proprietary method gives the noodles at this Osaka soba specialist a distinctive texture.
Lunch: ¥1,000-5,000
Dinner: ¥1,000-5,000
OSAKA
Yugen
Try to figure out what makes the cuisine at this two-Michelin-starred restaurant so different as to be unable to be put into words.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥20,000-30,000
OSAKA
Ajikitcho Horie
A traditional restaurant which represents the spirit and dishes of Osaka, which accommodates the needs of modern international diners.
Lunch: ¥15,000-20,000