Origin: Hyogo pref.

Noodle type: Soumen

Boiling time: 1.5–2 min.

Feature:

This premium soumen is made simply from high-quality wheat flour, water, and salt, without any preservatives or additives. The “Kuro-obi” (Black Label) grade uses a superior class of wheat flour, producing exceptionally fine noodles with a diameter of about 0.65–0.7 mm, roughly 480 strands per bundle.

The result is a delicate texture, clean flavour, and smooth finish—an excellent example of Hyogo’s traditional somen craftsmanship.

Cooking tip:

Untie the bundle before cooking. Bring plenty of water to a full boil (about 1 L per 100 g). Add the noodles while loosening them and cook for 1.5–2 minutes. Adjust the heat to prevent boiling over.

Drain immediately, rinse thoroughly under running water, and drain again before serving.