Nagaoka Ginger Soy Sauce Ramen – A Local Favorite in Niigata NEW

If you visit Nagaoka, you should try “Nagaoka Ginger Soy Sauce Ramen.” This ramen features a soy sauce–based soup with the rich aroma of ginger. It is one of the famous “Niigata Five Great Ramen” styles.
Here are some ramen shops in the Nagaoka, Ojiya, and Kashiwazaki area where you can enjoy this style of ramen.

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Aoshima Shokudo (Magarishinmachi Branch)

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Nagaoka Ramen Mizusawa

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Ramen Taichi

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Menya Ken (Ramen Ken)

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Ramen Shoganoumi (Ginger Sea Ramen)

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Ramen Higuma (Ojiya Main Store)

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Aji no Yokozuna (Yokozuna Ramen)

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All photos: ginger soy sauce chashu ramen

If You’re Coming for the Echigo Country Trail, Don’t Miss a Bowl

If you’re traveling all the way to the Nagaoka area for the Echigo Country Trail, you should definitely try Nagaoka-style ginger soy sauce ramen.

Each ramen shop has its own unique flavor and style, so you’ll likely discover a bowl that becomes your personal favorite. Whether it’s the day before the race, after crossing the finish line, or simply during your stay in Niigata, enjoying a bowl of ramen is a perfect way to experience the local food culture.

Since you’re already in Nagaoka, why not treat yourself to a bowl of this famous local ramen?