"Odaka no Hirugohan" Reopens as a Ramen Shop on July 7th

OWB Corporation (Location: Odaka Ward, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture; Representative Director: Tomoyuki Wada) will open "Odaka no Hirugohan," a ramen shop reviving the beloved Chinese noodles of Odaka Ward, on July 7, 2026. The ramen development was supported by "Ippudo," a popular ramen chain with a nationwide presence, recreating the taste once cherished by the local community.

"Odaka no Hirugohan" inherits the name of the former restaurant of the same name, which sadly closed its doors in March 2016. By reviving both the local favorite ramen and the shop name, which was active in community revitalization efforts even before the lifting of the evacuation order, the aim is to connect Odaka Ward's culinary history and foster new vitality and foot traffic in the area.

The ramen shop's reopening also features a new logo.

The Chinese noodles offered this time are based on the concept of a nostalgic and comforting, old-fashioned bowl. The dish, with its clear soup and simple toppings, is designed to evoke memories for those who knew it before and allow first-time visitors to experience the "essence of Odaka." The Ippudo development team meticulously incorporated the memories and anecdotes of the people of Odaka into the recipe, aiming for an experience that is both nostalgic and new.

Through the opening of this establishment, our company aims to increase places where local residents can casually enjoy meals and to create opportunities for people from outside Odaka Ward to visit. By layering the memories of the former restaurant and new stories yet to be told onto this everyday bowl of ramen, we will paint a picture of "Odaka's Future" beyond reconstruction.

Moving forward, we will consider menu development based on customer feedback and reactions after opening, and aim to improve overall mobility within Odaka Ward.

[Store Overview]

Store Name: Odaka no Hirugohan

Opening Date: July 7, 2026 (Tue) 11:00 AM-

Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Closed: Mondays

Location: 1-59 Higashimachi, Odaka Ward, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture, 979-2121

[Announcement for Media Preview]

An exclusive preview for media representatives will be held on July 6, 2026 (Mon) at 11:00 AM, the day before the opening. On this day, interviews with our representative, Mr. Wada, and our development partner, Ippudo, will be possible.

Those wishing to attend the preview on July 6th are requested to fill out the necessary information and apply via the form below. ▼Application Form

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp81vM27gvYXbArUUtNf5cIGO00gWgLpKoJ3WQBkyej7E8MA/viewform

About Chikaranomoto Holdings Inc.

This group operates restaurants both domestically and internationally, primarily the ramen shop "Ippudo," and is involved in food-related businesses such as product development consulting and food factory operations. The group operates a total of 317 stores (173 domestic, 144 overseas) (as of the end of March 2026 for domestic, and the end of December 2025 for overseas).

"Ippudo" was founded in Daimyo, Fukuoka, in 1985 and currently operates in 15 countries and regions worldwide. It is popular for its tonkotsu ramen, featuring a smooth, non-gamey pork bone broth and firm, thin noodles. They have also engaged in food education activities, such as the "Child Kitchen" culinary experience class to convey the joy of eating to children. In addition to participating in "Kodomo Shokudo" (children's cafeterias) across Japan using food trucks, they are actively working towards realizing a sustainable society by developing 100% plant-based ramen with a low environmental impact.

Company Name: Chikaranomoto Holdings Inc. (TSE Prime, Securities Code: 3561)

Location: 4F, 1-13-14 Daimyo, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, 810-0041

Established: 1986

Representative: Tomoyuki Yamane, President and Representative Director

URL: http://www.chikaranomoto.com

About OWB Corporation

With the mission of "Creating 100 Businesses from 100 Local Challenges," OWB Corporation is developing various small businesses in Odaka Ward, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture, which was designated as an evacuation zone. These include the co-working space with simple lodging "Odaka Pioneer Village" and the handmade glass brand "iriser."

Under the purpose "We will make our lives certain with our own hands," we aim to realize a sustainable and self-reliant regional society where 100 businesses employing 10 people each thrive, rather than a region dependent on one business employing 1000 people.

Company Name: OWB Corporation

Location: Odaka Pioneer Village, 1-87 Honmachi, Odaka Ward, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture, 979-2124

Representative: Tomoyuki Wada, Representative Director

Established: November 2014

Corporate Site: https://owb.jp/