tourist attractions in Tohoku, Japan This clear noodle soup is shio ramen (950 yenor 283 baht), a salt-based broth made from clams.The dish is served in Shiokawaya restaurant inKitakata, Fukushima Prefecture. Kitakata is one ofthe three famous places for ramen besides Sapporoand Hakata. The ramen in Kitakata is uniquely wavyand chewy. The first ramen store was opened in thetown in 1926. Today there are about 120 ramenrestaurants. The first instant ramen from Kitakata(in a blue pack) will be introduced in Thailand at“The Mall Japan Discover 2018: Authentic Tohoku”fair during Aug 24-Sept 2 at The Mall Bangkapi andduring Sept 15-24 at the Mall Korat.