A taste test review of 'Nissin's Strongest Donbei Hakata Goboten Udon,' featuring the irresistible aroma of dashi broth and the crisp texture of burdock root.

On June 29, 2026, Nissin Foods released ' Nissin's Strongest Donbei Hakata Goboten Udon .' It features a broth made with a blend of six types of dashi stock and soy sauce brewed in Fukuoka Prefecture, so I decided to try it and see what it tastes like.

'Nissin's Strongest Donbei Hakata Goboten Udon' (Released June 29) | News Release | Nissin Foods Group

The ingredients include burdock root tempura, green onions, seafood extract, shiitake mushroom extract, etc.

The calorie count is 442kcal per serving.

First, open the lid halfway and take out the 'add-on liquid soup' and 'burdock tempura.'

Pour in hot water, close the lid, and wait 8 minutes. While you wait, warm the liquid soup packet on top of the lid.

After 8 minutes, open the lid and add the liquid soup packet.

Mix well.

Finally, top with burdock root tempura and it's done.

The broth has a light soy sauce base with a deep, impressive aroma of seafood flakes. The noodles are thicker and softer than regular 'Donbei' noodles, making for a pleasant texture.

The burdock tempura softens as it absorbs the broth over time, but the burdock inside remains crisp. It's well-flavored and has a rich taste, and you can enjoy the contrast in texture with the soft noodles.

The price of Nissin's 'Strongest Donbei Hakata Goboten Udon' is 309 yen (excluding tax) per serving. On Amazon.co.jp, a pack of 12 is sold for 3,717 yen (including tax) (approximately 310 yen per serving).

Amazon.co.jp: Donbei Strongest Donbei Hakata Goboten Udon 103g x 12 packs: Food, Beverages & Alcohol