Oumi Chanpontei, operating under the slogan 'Let’s make Oumi chanpon Japan’s chanpon!' (operated by Dream Foods Co., Ltd. / Head office: Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture / President & CEO: Hidetada Yamamoto), will launch its second summer limited-time menu item, 'Korean-Style Cold Noodles' (¥980 including tax), starting Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Product Overview

・Product Name: Korean-Style Cold Noodles ・Price: ¥980 (tax included) ・Sales Period: Starting July 14, 2026 – *End date varies by store ・Available at: All Oumi Chanpontei locations nationwide (excluding select stores)

A perfect dish for the hot season, offered for a limited time.

'Korean-Style Cold Noodles' feature a refreshing and clean taste, ideal for hot summer days. The dish is topped with house-made namasu (vinegared vegetables), kimchi, cucumber, ajitama (seasoned boiled egg), and other ingredients, creating a vibrant and colorful presentation.

The cold broth and noodles deliver a crisp, light flavor, enhanced by the mild tanginess of namasu and the spicy kick of kimchi—making it an irresistibly appetizing meal even during prolonged heatwaves.

Additionally, the first summer limited-time menu item, 'Yuzu Cold Ramen,' is also currently available and receiving positive customer feedback. Guests are encouraged to enjoy both seasonal summer specials based on their mood.

About Oumi Chanpontei

Oumi Chanpontei is the original restaurant of 'Oumi Chanpon,' a noodle dish originating in Hikone City in 1963 (Showa 38). Oumi Chanpon is characterized by its golden broth and generous portions of vegetables. It has become a beloved soul food across Shiga Prefecture and is widely recognized as a representative B-class gourmet dish enjoyed by people of all ages and genders. With the brand vision of 'Making Oumi Chanpon Japan’s Chanpon,' the chain currently operates 55 stores across Japan and overseas in Taiwan as of July 2026.

<Oumi Chanpontei Official Website> https://chanpontei.com/

About the Operating Company

Dream Foods Co., Ltd. ◆Representative: President & CEO Hidetada Yamamoto ◆Head Office: 74-1 Sakimachi, Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture ◆Business Activities: Food Service: Operation of restaurants, recruitment and support of franchisees via licensing / Food Products: Processing, manufacturing, sales, and import/export of food items / Overseas Operations: Restaurant operations and franchise recruitment overseas ◆Affiliated Companies: Oumi Foods Co., Ltd., Taiwan Mousou Foods Co., Ltd. ◆Awards: Food Industry Commissioner Award for Promotion of Domestic Ingredients (Excellent Food Service Industry) / METI's 'Soaring SMEs' / Selected among '300 Small-Scale Enterprises' / Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award ◆URL: https://dreamfoods.co.jp/

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