A quick overnight trip to Kagoshima. My DW, Mrs. MoneysWorth had procured 7 day JR (Japan Railway) passes, so we MUST crisscross this prefecture and get our ¥$ worth!!
Disembarked the Shinkansen at Kagoshima Station a little early for hotel check in. Not too early to explore and grab a bite. Tons of options available at every turn.
Passed this attractive shop. Turns out Kagoshima Komurasaki has been dishing out Ramen since 1950. Proprietress was welcoming and friendly. Ordered Ramen for me and Pork rice for she, helped ourselves to some ice water, and watched our bowls come together.
A restaurant manager in a previous life, I’ve spent countless hours watching kitchen professionals go about their craft. These dudes were Ramen Masters, not a wasted motion or a missed millisecond!!
A rather huge jar of fresh minced garlic was placed in advance. Also extra appropriately sized bowls so that we may share, classy. My steaming bowl had Roasted Kurobuta Pork and thin perfectly Al Dente Noodles. Shiitake and a heaping helping of parboiled Shredded Cabbage well complements the umami of the rich pork broth.
DW’s Soy Sauce Seasoned Sliced Kurobuta Pork on Rice was fabulous. I could have scarfed a few more bowls myself. At ¥350/$2.35 per bowl, unbelievable value.
A good start to this trip. Had just enough room for the famous Kagoshima Shaved Ice. Next!!!
