Smooth Texture "Gomanetsu Udon" Now Available!
Maruetsu will launch a new series of prepared udon dishes called "Gomanetsu Udon" starting April 23, 2026. This new standard features high-quality Sanuki noodles and original soup across its diverse lineup of up to 10 items.
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Maruetsu Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; President: Masaharu Honma; hereinafter "Maruetsu") will launch its new prepared food series, "Gomanetsu Udon," at all stores starting Thursday, April 23, 2026. "Gomanetsu Udon" is Maruetsu's new standard, focusing on the deliciousness of the udon noodles and soup, while offering a wide variety of toppings. With a rich lineup of up to 10 types, we deliver five types of satisfaction: "Aroma, Craftsmanship, Texture, Smoothness, and Flavor."
### Key Features of "Gomanetsu Udon"
These are Sanuki udon noodles with excellent firmness and smoothness. The "Houchougiri" (knife-cut) method creates indentations on the sides of the noodles, ensuring better sauce adhesion and an outstanding smooth texture. Made only with flour, salt, and water, you can truly taste the natural aroma of wheat. Enjoy them with our uniquely blended soup, developed at our own center.
### Product Lineup (Partial) *Availability varies by store.
**Product Name: Udon Bento**
Description: A voluminous dish featuring five types of tempura, including shrimp tempura. It's a fun, separate-style bento with tempura on the top tier and udon on the bottom.
Price: 499 yen (excl. tax), 538 yen (incl. tax)
**Product Name: Bukkake Ontama Udon**
Description: Bukkake udon topped with a soft-boiled egg on 250g of noodles. Now more affordable while maintaining the same delicious flavor.
Price: 369 yen (excl. tax), 398 yen (incl. tax)
**Product Name: Bukkake Toriten Udon**
Description: Chicken tempura served with a refreshing slice of lemon. Perfect for the warmer months.
Price: 399 yen (excl. tax), 430 yen (incl. tax)
**Launch Date:** April 23
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Maruetsu has articulated its future goals as "The Way We Want to Be" and uses them as action guidelines.
**"The Way We Want to Be"**
Based on our brand message "Shiawase Ikatsu" (Happy Life), it embodies our desire to be the "closest presence" supporting the lives of our customers, employees, and the local community.
### Key Features of "Gomanetsu Udon"
These are Sanuki udon noodles with excellent firmness and smoothness. The "Houchougiri" (knife-cut) method creates indentations on the sides of the noodles, ensuring better sauce adhesion and an outstanding smooth texture. Made only with flour, salt, and water, you can truly taste the natural aroma of wheat. Enjoy them with our uniquely blended soup, developed at our own center.
### Product Lineup (Partial) *Availability varies by store.
**Product Name: Udon Bento**
Description: A voluminous dish featuring five types of tempura, including shrimp tempura. It's a fun, separate-style bento with tempura on the top tier and udon on the bottom.
Price: 499 yen (excl. tax), 538 yen (incl. tax)
**Product Name: Bukkake Ontama Udon**
Description: Bukkake udon topped with a soft-boiled egg on 250g of noodles. Now more affordable while maintaining the same delicious flavor.
Price: 369 yen (excl. tax), 398 yen (incl. tax)
**Product Name: Bukkake Toriten Udon**
Description: Chicken tempura served with a refreshing slice of lemon. Perfect for the warmer months.
Price: 399 yen (excl. tax), 430 yen (incl. tax)
**Launch Date:** April 23
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Maruetsu has articulated its future goals as "The Way We Want to Be" and uses them as action guidelines.
**"The Way We Want to Be"**
Based on our brand message "Shiawase Ikatsu" (Happy Life), it embodies our desire to be the "closest presence" supporting the lives of our customers, employees, and the local community.