When you think of Japanese summer food, the first thing that comes to mind is a noodle dish called “hiyashi chuka.”

By July, “hiyashi chuka” (cold Chinese noodles) finally start appearing in the town’s Chinese restaurants.

A large portion of chilled Chinese noodles.

Not only are the noodles large, but the toppings are generously generous as well.

The flavor is a little on the light side, so you can adjust the strength of the flavor by adjusting the amount of vinegar added to your liking.

The cucumber content is quite rich, giving it a cool taste. It may not be enough for those who like strong flavors, but for those who like light flavors, the default seasoning is easy to control.