Sato Yosuke Ginza Inaniwa Udon

Sato Yosuke Ginza Inaniwa Udon is a restaurant in Chūō-ku dedicated to handmade thin noodles dried over three days with weather-adjusted timing to achieve peak quality. The space spans about 80 seats with wooden accents and a clean layout, where guests order from a menu featuring cold noodles with dipping sauces, tempura, curry variations, and side dishes.

The restaurant opened in 2006, though Inaniwa udon craft dates to the late 1800s when these thin noodles originated in the Akita region. The family recipe became public in the 1970s, spreading the tradition across Japan, with this Ginza location becoming the first Tokyo outlet directly operated by the brand.

The restaurant centers on Inaniwa udon tradition, a thin noodle from the Akita region passed down since the late Edo period, where each bowl represents generations of craft. Visitors experience this heritage directly when tasting the silky noodles and noticing how cold preparation highlights their smooth texture and shiny appearance.

The restaurant sits about three minutes walk from Ginza Station exit C2 and accepts credit cards and electronic payment methods for convenience. Expect queues during lunch hours, particularly among locals, though private rooms accommodate groups up to eight people with advance reservation.

A seven-spice blend called shichimi can be sprinkled on curry dishes to add warmth and flavor depth, creating an unexpected taste pairing that surprises regulars and first-time visitors alike. This detail shows how the kitchen blends regional tradition with creative flavor exploration.

• Location: Chūō-ku
• Address: 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−4−17 銀座出井ビル 1階
• Phone: [phone]
• Website: http://sato-yoske.co.jp/shop/ginza.html
• GPS coordinates: 35.67146,139.76151
• Latest update: February 11, 2026 11:32