The first place was a bit disappointing, so I decided to try this food stall for the first time in about 10 years. I had no memory of it from before, but they have a good selection of drinks, the skewers are grilled nicely, and most importantly, the rich pork bone ramen for finishing was perfectly balanced in richness and deliciousness, not what you would expect from ramen at a food stall. The delicious food and the friendly owner naturally attract regular customers to the food stall. I will definitely want to visit again soon.

Founded in September 1991, Yatai Keiji has faced numerous challenges that have threatened its very existence. However, the yatai continues to preserve Fukuoka's yatai culture, pass it on to the next generation, and contribute to the local community by taking on new initiatives and reforms. When it comes to yatai, nothing beats the original classic: Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen. The soup is made by simmering pork bones and chicken bones in a 7:3 ratio with fragrant vegetables, and seasoned with soy sauce made from dried shiitake mushrooms and dried scallops, along with two types of broth made from grilled jaw, bonito flakes, mackerel flakes, sardine flakes, round scad flakes, and Rausu kelp. A pinch of seaweed salt is added to achieve a rich, flavorful yet light soup without any additives. And now, a new classic is emerging from the yatai: Yakisoba Ramen. Vegetables are stir-fried in a pan, tonkotsu soup is reduced, and noodles are added. Once the soup thickens, it is seasoned with sauce. Born in Hakata, Yakisoba Ramen is a must-try dish when visiting a yatai. At Keiji, their famous pork miso soup is warmed by the irori (sunken hearth), making it a highly recommended dish to try. It is hearty and flavorful, perfect for warming your body and soul. For those who enjoy drinking highballs, the donburi highball served in a ramen bowl is a great deal compared to the mega jug, especially for those who plan on having more than three highballs. Enjoy!

Yesterday, I went to a food stall for the first time in a while. Since it was my third stop of the night, I couldn't finish the ramen, but I enjoyed some small dishes. It had been about 3 years since I last visited "Yatai Keiji," and I noticed that the owner had changed. The new "Yatai Keiji" had transformed into a trendy food stall. They had drinks like White Oak and Yamazaki whiskey, making it seem more like a bar than a food stall. There were also dishes that paired well with these drinks, making it a place where you could enjoy both food and drinks. I look forward to trying the ramen next time.

Earlier, we ate at "Kisuitei Waraku" and ate so much, but then the president suggested going to a food stall, so we ended up going to "Yatai Keiji" after a long time. Our guests from Tokyo were very satisfied with the fresh squid, conger eel, and matsutake mushrooms in Hakata, but going to a food stall here, the president seems like a Hakata tourism concierge. At Yatai Keiji, we had yakitori, gyoza, ramen... and our stomachs were full on the way back. We had a White Horse highball at "Kisuitei," but they also had White Horse at this food stall, so we were able to enjoy delicious drinks at a food stall.

◆Fukuoka Ramen Tour⚫︎Yatai Keiji (Akasaka, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City) Hakata Ramen: 550 yen◾︎Food Beast Maro

The owner is not Keiji, but it was so much fun!

After finishing the second party of the alumni reunion at the same restaurant as the first party, the group was heading towards the third party venue, but it seemed like it would never end, so I decided to get off midway... (laughs) While walking around this area, I stumbled upon a food stall called Keiji, which I knew had reopened based on information from a certain Schwarzenegger team leader. I chanced upon it and decided to go in. While drinking shochu, I talked with the still young owner, who mentioned that he had taken over the operating rights of the food stall but had no connection to the previous Keiji (including Udon Keiji). The menu and the taste of the ramen are apparently different. My memory is a bit hazy... ^^; Feeling a bit peckish, I thought why not try the ramen! So, the ramen was a lightly mild Hakata tonkotsu style. It was nice to have two slices of chashu on top. It is completely different from the ramen of the previous generation, which is now very popular for the SHINSHIN ramen. The appearance of the oden may not look appealing, but I might come back to try it at an earlier time if I have the chance~♪