Investigation of Quality Enhancement Mechanisms in Tenobe Somen Noodles During Storage and Maturation

Tenobe somen (hand-stretched) noodles are distinguished by their exceptional quality, which is achieved through a unique production method and a characteristic long-term aging process. This aging is closely associated with the oiling and “yaku” procedures. “Yaku” refers to the process of storing dried tenobe somen noodles in a warehouse during the high-temperature and high-humidity rainy season (typically in summer) for a period of time. This process is not merely about storage; rather, it...