https://www.wanahong.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2025.06_Social-Media_Hanayamaudon-Flat-Udon-Noodle.mp4【Famous Japanese Udon Shop HANAYAMA Now Available in the UK】Have you ever tried the legendary “Onihimokawa” Flat udon from the famous Hanayama Udon (花山うどん) in Ginza? This iconic noodle from Gunma is renowned for its extra-wide 5cm flat noodles. Smooth, chewy and able to hold sauces beautifully, it’s considered one of Japan’s most representative styles of udon. Crowned Japan’s best for three consecutive years in national udon competitions, Hanayama’s Ginza branch is a top-rated restaurant that constantly draws long queues. Even award-winning actress once queued for a few hours — and said it was absolutely worth it! Now you don’t need to travel to Japan or wait in line — enjoy this top-rated udon at home in the UK! With a post-boiling width of approximately 5 cm, this is one of the widest varieties among Gunma’s local flat noodles known as “Onihimokawa Udon.” Winner of the Udon Grand Championship for three consecutive years and crowned Japan’s No.1 udon for three years running, it also took the title at the Men-1 Grand Prix. The product has attracted significant attention on social media and television. Originally created in the Taisho era by the second-generation owner Fujikichi Hashida, the noodle was once discontinued in the 1950s. However, with the renewed appreciation for traditional and regional foods, it was revived in 2013 in the hope that the unique appeal of “Onihimokawa Udon 鬼ひも川 うどん” would once again be embraced. With its striking appearance, silky-smooth texture, and chewy bite, this udon is sure to add fun and flair to any meal.This is a unique type of Udon. The are large and flat, so that the sauce will easily stick. These Udon noodles are made by Udon specialty store HANAYAMAUDON and have won awards for their flavor and texture for years in a row. You can enjoy the sweet flavor of Gunma prefecture flower. Add a good quality dashi and wasabi for a simple, but delicious arrangement.Recommended way to enjoy: Pair it with bonito sauce or rich sesame sauce, then top with Hon Wasabi and chopped spring onions for a beautifully layered flavour experience.Boiling time: 10 – 11 min.Feature: The boiled width is approximately 5 cm. This is the widest of Gunma’s local wide noodles. The texture is smooth and glutinous.Cooking tip: Put the noodles one piece at a time, as they will stick if you put them all in the pot at once. Boil the noodles for 10 minutes after they float to the surface. After boiling, quickly remove the noodles to a colander and rinse them in cold water, then drain well.Noodles: Flour (Japan), Salt (Japan)Product of Japan
