Mikage Men Kaburaya (御影麺 鏑矢) Saitama

御影つけめん / Mikage Tsukemen / Mikage Men Kaburaya — Sakura-ku, Saitama

Ultra-rich tsukemen is built around an extremely concentrated dipping soup made by boiling down large quantities of meat, bones, fish flakes and vegetables, then straining the stock multiple times to achieve its signature density. Signature “Mikage noodles” are extra-thick, hand-kneaded, high-hydration noodles with black sesame worked into the dough, creating a gray marble pattern inspired by mikage stone. Standard toppings include thick-cut pork belly chashu and large flat bamboo shoots, while red onion, young herbs, yuzu and fish powder.

Mikage Men Kaburaya is run by master Yūya Sakuma-san. Sakuma-san is reported to have a background at Noroshi, one of Saitama’s best-known rich tsukemen shops, though Kaburaya has developed a distinct identity through its handmade sesame-flecked noodles and ultra-concentrated soup. The full shop name highlights its “handmade-style, extra high-hydration Mikage noodles,” which serve as the centerpiece of the concept. 14–16 seats. Open since April 12th, 2025. @mikagemen.kaburaya Less