[Nara] Nara: Discover Tenri Ramen – A Tasting Journey of Two Icons

• This isn’t just a food tour it’s a pilgrimage for ramen lovers.
• Set in the college town of Tenri, Nara, our tour takes you deep into the birthplace of “stamina ramen”, a garlic loaded, cabbage-packed local specialty that fuels students, locals, and diehard noodle fans alike.
• You won’t just eat you’ll experience two legendary ramen styles side by side: the bold, no frills punch of Tenri Stamina Ramen, and the spicy, soulful complexity of Saika Ramen, both served at iconic local yatai (street stalls). With ¥1,000 tasting credit included at each shop, you’ll get a full bowl, full belly, and full story.
• Led by a knowledgeable local guide, the tour includes seamless navigation from Tenri Station, cultural insights, and most importantly a chance to choose your champion in one of Japan’s most flavorful rivalries.
• If you believe ramen is more than just soup and noodles, this tour is for you.
• Come hungry. Leave obsessed.

At the heart of Tenri’s ramen culture stands the original Tenri Stamina Ramen yatai, a no-frills street stall that serves up garlic-loaded, soy-based broth, stir-fried cabbage, pork, and thick curly noodles that hit like a meal and a workout in one. Originally crafted to satisfy the hunger of local university athletes, this yatai has kept its formula simple and effective: fuel first, questions later. The scent of sizzling garlic draws people in from blocks away, and the bowls come fast, hot, and unapologetically bold. It's not just a quick dinner—it’s a rite of passage for anyone who wants to taste Tenri’s true stamina spirit.