Matsudo Busan: Exceptional Miso Ramen & Abura Soba in Gijang

Exterior entrance and storefront of Matsudo Busan Japanese ramen restaurant in Gijang

Matsudo Busan is a renowned Japanese ramen destination perfectly situated in the heart of the Osiria Tourism Complex in Gijang, just minutes from Songjeong Beach.

Conveniently located near major attractions like IKEA, Lotte World Adventure Busan, Lotte Premium Outlets Dongbusan, and the scenic Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, it is the ideal dining spot during a coastal day trip.

Famous for its velvety, rich miso-based broth and flavorful abura soba, this spot offers an authentic noodle bar experience with perfectly balanced flavors and premium toppings.

🗺️ How to Visit Matsudo Busan: Visitor Guide & Location

📍 Quick Info

Address: 1F, 22 Dangsa-ro 8-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
Phone: +82 51-722-6700
Hours: Monday – Sunday 11:00 – 19:30 (Break Time: 16:00 – 17:00 / Last Order: 19:00)
Price Range: ₩12,000 – ₩20,000 per person
Popular Menu: Matsudo Miso Ramen (₩12,000), Matsudo Kara Miso Ramen (₩13,000), Ebi Miso Abura Soba (₩14,000), Cappuccino Tantanmen (₩13,000), Mapo Tofu Noodles (₩13,000)
Map: View on Google Maps

Walking:

[ 🛋️ IKEA Dongbusan ]
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      ▼ (Approx. 150m / 2-3 min walk)
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[ 🍜 Matsudo Busan ]

[ 🚆 Donghae Line (Osiria Station) - Exit 1 ]
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      ▼ (Approx. 800m / 10-12 min walk OR 3 min by Taxi)
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[ 🍜 Matsudo Busan ]


🚌 By Bus
Take Bus No. 38, 139, 185, or Express Bus 1001 ➔ Get off at "IKEA Dongbusan" (이케아동부산점) or "Dongbusan Tourism Complex" (동부산관광단지) Bus Stop ➔ Walk for about 2–3 minutes.

🚕 By Taxi
From Songjeong Beach / Haeundae Blueline Park (Songjeong Station): Approx. 3–5 mins (Basic fare / approx. ₩4,800–₩5,500).

From Lotte World Gijang / Haedong Yonggungsa Temple: Approx. 3–5 mins (Basic fare / approx. ₩4,800–₩5,500).

From Haeundae Beach / Centum City: Approx. 15–20 mins (Approx. ₩10,000–₩14,000).

✨ Inside Matsudo Busan: Seating & Food Guide

This is a delicious restaurant that I recently discovered, and it is so tasty that I wondered why I only found it now. I am usually not someone who seeks out ramen, but this place serves an unforgettable, life-changing bowl of ramen.

It is located directly across the street from IKEA, which is the blue building you can see.

View of IKEA Dongbusan located right across from Matsudo Busan

The interior closely resembles the authentic atmosphere of a classic Japanese ramen shop.

Cozy Japanese noodle bar interior and counter seating at Matsudo Busan

The seating is arranged along a long bar counter, providing enough space for about 30 guests to sit comfortably.

Spacious bar counter accommodating around 30 guests at Matsudo Busan

This is the food menu. The selection is focused and concise, making it easy to choose and highlighting their specialty.

Kiosk ordering screen displaying ramen and abura soba menu at Matsudo Busan

Here is the drink menu. You can order conveniently using the self-ordering kiosk, though please note that it is only available in Korean, so using a translation tool is recommended.

Drink menu screen on the self-ordering kiosk at Matsudo Busan

The restaurant is very neat and tidy, and the tableware is well-organized, maintaining a clean and pleasant environment.

Clean counter table setting with neatly arranged utensils at Matsudo Busan

There were detailed descriptions about the ingredients and the ramen-making process, which raised our expectations for the taste.

Information guide explaining broth ingredients and recipe details at Matsudo Busan

Close-up of the ramen preparation guide placed on the counter at Matsudo Busan

About 10 minutes passed as we waited for our order.

Chef cooking fresh ramen in the open kitchen behind the counter at Matsudo Busan

The food has been served. The dish I ordered is the signature Matsudo Miso Ramen.

Signature Matsudo Miso Ramen served in a deep ceramic bowl at Matsudo Busan

Close-up of rich and creamy Matsudo Miso Ramen topped with chashu and eggs

This ramen comes topped with both pork neck chashu and tender chicken breast chashu; the broth is exceptionally flavorful and delivered a whole new level of taste.

Pork and tender chicken breast chashu toppings in rich miso broth at Matsudo Busan

The next menu item is the signature Ebi Miso Abura Soba.

Bowl of flavorful Ebi Miso Abura Soba served at Matsudo Busan

Close-up of Ebi Miso Abura Soba featuring shrimp oil, toppings, and thick noodles

If you ask the staff while eating, they will provide a small bowl of steamed rice free of charge.

Open kitchen counter view where staff prepare complimentary rice at Matsudo Busan

They say to mix the rice with the remaining sauce, and it is truly delicious. Uniquely, it had a flavor reminiscent of crab meat, similar to Poo Pad Pong Karee.

Mixing complimentary rice into remaining spicy abura soba sauce at Matsudo Busan

This is the garden of the building, and looking at the lush greenery makes me want to take a walk to help with digestion.

Green garden and outdoor walking path outside the Matsudo Busan building in Gijang

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