{"id":50415,"date":"2025-06-30T18:10:11","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T22:10:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/world\/a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth\/30\/06\/2025\/"},"modified":"2025-06-30T18:10:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T22:10:11","slug":"a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/world\/a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth\/30\/06\/2025\/","title":{"rendered":"A taxi that helps travelers find the best noodles on Earth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n<\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">It\u2019s not hard to find a decent bowl of noodles in Kagawa, the unofficial &#8220;Udon Capital of Japan.&#8221; This prefecture on Japan\u2019s Shikoku island boasts more than 700 restaurants focused squarely on udon. No matter where you are, you\u2019re only minutes from thick, chewy noodles bathing in a steamy, flavorful broth.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">But if you\u2019re after the <em>best<\/em> udon in Kagawa, then there\u2019s nowhere better to turn than the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udon-taxi.com\/en\/about\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Udon Taxi;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Udon Taxi<\/a>. This local tour service takes travelers on an udon crawl you\u2019ll brag about to every foodie friend you have back at home. Think: tiny village joints, family-run shops with lines dozens deep, and restaurants that serve up bold twists on the traditional noodles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">So if slurping your way through the best bowls of noodles in Japan sounds like your kind of adventure, hop in. This delicious detour through Kagawa\u2019s udon scene is unlike anything you\u2019ll find in a guidebook\u2014and it all starts with a taxi ride. Here\u2019s what to know about the famous Udon Taxi.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Drivers are certified noodle experts<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>The Udon Taxi, marked by a giant noodle bowl on its roof, takes travelers to Kagawa\u2019s top udon restaurants.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Your guide isn\u2019t just a driver\u2014they\u2019re a certified udon expert.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;I need knowledge about the history of udon, the taste of the udon at each restaurant and their prices, location, menu and so on,&#8221; explains June Tada, a tour guide at Udon Taxi.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Before they\u2019re allowed behind the wheel of a black taxi topped with a giant bowl of noodles, prospective guides have to prove their udon expertise. The application process includes written and field exams\u2014plus a hands-on udon-making test. It\u2019s a rigorous process, and acing it is a serious point of pride. These drivers are eager to share their deep love of udon with travelers from Japan and abroad.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;There\u2019s a lot of famous udon around in Japan, but you can eat the best udon in Kagawa. It produces all the ingredients necessary for udon-making,&#8221; says Tada, noting that the region\u2019s wheat is especially high quality.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Explore the many styles of Japan\u2019s favorite noodle<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Try several types of udon with the Udon Taxi.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/BEWEDnkZfszNklZGBEfPTA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2025-06\/b0a58d70-55fa-11f0-ab7e-b7a9f3479ca9\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Try several types of udon with the Udon Taxi.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a data-i13n=\"elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TripAdvisor;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=7cb5b7d0-c533-4f56-88ea-faf6ba2187ff&amp;siteId=us-y4c&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=ab38b65e-da9e-4bb1-b899-b9ef4a501369&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=TripAdvisor&amp;linkText=Udon+Taxi+tours&amp;custData=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&amp;signature=AQAAAUXJAKJZaJL6lx_NonyPm9ZsHxkUSBZh433AKir4U1ZF&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g1121431-d8541396-Reviews-Udon_Taxi-Kotohira_cho_Nakatado_gun_Kagawa_Prefecture_Shikoku.html&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fcreators.yahoo.com%2Flifestyle%2Fstory%2Fonly-in-japan-a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth-214635115.html\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Udon Taxi tours;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TripAdvisor;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">Udon Taxi tours<\/a> last two to three hours and start at 10,800 yen (around $75) for up to four people. The longer the ride, the farther off the beaten path you can go to find the best udon in Japan.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Before hitting the road, guides ask what kind of udon you&#8217;re craving\u2014whether it\u2019s zaru udon (chilled noodles with shredded nori and a strong broth), niku udon (warm noodles topped with thin-sliced, ginger-seasoned beef), Geso\u2019s tempura udon (featuring crispy fried squid), or the classic kake udon in a deeply savory dashi broth. All you need to bring is your appetite and a willingness to slurp without shame.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">No two tours are the same<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Enjoy a steaming bowl of udon with your guide.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/8VOSOdO9mTJdqZlb4kC07A--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTY0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2025-06\/cbed31f0-55fa-11f0-abca-855743300422\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Enjoy a steaming bowl of udon with your guide.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Think of the Udon Taxi drivers as udon concierges\u2014they personally select two or three standout restaurants in Kagawa tailored to each guest\u2019s tastes. They\u2019ll even join you at the table, turning every meal into a chance to swap stories and dive deeper into Japan\u2019s noodle culture.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">No two tours are quite the same, with your guide\u2019s personal favorites shaping where you\u2019ll go. Tada enjoys taking travelers to <a data-i13n=\"elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TripAdvisor;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=7cb5b7d0-c533-4f56-88ea-faf6ba2187ff&amp;siteId=us-y4c&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=ab38b65e-da9e-4bb1-b899-b9ef4a501369&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=TripAdvisor&amp;linkText=Ayauta+Seiman&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50cmlwYWR2aXNvci5jb20vUmVzdGF1cmFudF9SZXZpZXctZzEwMjI5MTYtZDc2MzAxMzMtUmV2aWV3cy1BeWF1dGFfU2VpbWVuLU1hcnVnYW1lX0thZ2F3YV9QcmVmZWN0dXJlX1NoaWtva3UuaHRtbCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYWIzOGI2NWUtZGE5ZS00YmIxLWI4OTktYjllZjRhNTAxMzY5Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50cmlwYWR2aXNvci5jb20vUmVzdGF1cmFudF9SZXZpZXctZzEwMjI5MTYtZDc2MzAxMzMtUmV2aWV3cy1BeWF1dGFfU2VpbWVuLU1hcnVnYW1lX0thZ2F3YV9QcmVmZWN0dXJlX1NoaWtva3UuaHRtbCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAQoK8CfJ8IJ22nb1QeDN2hvJVD26JZsIhFki2WBoLXen&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g1022916-d7630133-Reviews-Ayauta_Seimen-Marugame_Kagawa_Prefecture_Shikoku.html&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fcreators.yahoo.com%2Flifestyle%2Fstory%2Fonly-in-japan-a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth-214635115.html\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Ayauta Seiman;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TripAdvisor;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">Ayauta Seiman<\/a>, a self-service udon stand in Marugame with stunning views of Mount Iino.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;They have a unique dish called vegetable udon, made with garlic olive oil. It\u2019s very delicious,&#8221; Tada says.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Tada also recommends stopping at <a data-i13n=\"elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TripAdvisor;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=7cb5b7d0-c533-4f56-88ea-faf6ba2187ff&amp;siteId=us-y4c&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=ab38b65e-da9e-4bb1-b899-b9ef4a501369&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=TripAdvisor&amp;linkText=Kamakiri+udon+shop&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50cmlwYWR2aXNvci5jb20vUmVzdGF1cmFudF9SZXZpZXctZzEwMjI5MjItZDc1MzQ3MTktUmV2aWV3cy1LYW1ha2lyaS1LYW5vbmppX0thZ2F3YV9QcmVmZWN0dXJlX1NoaWtva3UuaHRtbCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYWIzOGI2NWUtZGE5ZS00YmIxLWI4OTktYjllZjRhNTAxMzY5Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50cmlwYWR2aXNvci5jb20vUmVzdGF1cmFudF9SZXZpZXctZzEwMjI5MjItZDc1MzQ3MTktUmV2aWV3cy1LYW1ha2lyaS1LYW5vbmppX0thZ2F3YV9QcmVmZWN0dXJlX1NoaWtva3UuaHRtbCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAXuauEGKUr3wilGPFZB5RbBoAGOZU4-Wz_C_uS741w09&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g1022922-d7534719-Reviews-Kamakiri-Kanonji_Kagawa_Prefecture_Shikoku.html&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fcreators.yahoo.com%2Flifestyle%2Fstory%2Fonly-in-japan-a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth-214635115.html\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Kamakiri udon shop;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TripAdvisor;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">Kamakiri udon shop<\/a> in Kanonji City, &#8220;a very fancy restaurant where you can enjoy chewy udon noodles,&#8221; and Teuchi Udon Okada, run by a dedicated master of handmade noodles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Wherever the road leads, one thing\u2019s certain: you\u2019ll finish the tour with a belly full of noodles\u2014and a newfound love for Kagawa\u2019s signature dish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/creators.yahoo.com\/lifestyle\/story\/only-in-japan-a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth-214635115.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&rsquo;s not hard to find a decent bowl of noodles in Kagawa, the unofficial &ldquo;Udon Capital of Japan.&rdquo; This prefecture on Japan&rsquo;s<br \/><button class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/world\/a-taxi-that-helps-travelers-find-the-best-noodles-on-earth\/30\/06\/2025\/\">Read More &rsaquo;<\/a><\/button><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":50416,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/xW9ifUirsWclstT7ev1n1Q--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA7Y2Y9d2VicA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2025-06\/39615370-55fa-11f0-a64f-056229c95477","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50415"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=50415"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50415\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/50416"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=50415"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=50415"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newssprinters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=50415"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}