Best Soba (Buckwheat noodles) in Japan

Soba (Buckwheat noodles) in Japan

1Soba Shubo Tokubei

Kyoto Sta. 162m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine

Located on the 2nd floor of Kyoto Theater, enjoy carefully crafted soba and Kyoto delicacies in a charming Machiya-style setting. Now accepting reservations for Year-end and New Year Parties!

3.45

472

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2Osoba no Koga

Nogizaka Sta. 797m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine

Koga Soba: A Taste of Tradition

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Soba Roujina

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 482m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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4Sanmi Koan Kyoto honten

Higashiyama Sta. 137m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Japanese Cuisine

◆◇Highly Praised on TV Show "Tabi Sarada"◇◆ Just a 1-minute walk from Higashiyama Station on the Kyoto City Subway! Established in the first year of the Bunkyū era! Enjoy authentic Kyoto flavors like "Saikyo-zuke" and "Chirimen Sansho," handmade by skilled artisans at Shami Koan.

3.47

557

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Teuchi Soba Jiyu San

Higashi Nagasaki Sta. 560m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Monday, Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

6Shoya Maruhachi Dining

Shinano Moriue Sta. 396m / Regional Cuisine, Robatayaki, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

Enjoy Kuroge Wagyu Hitsumabushi and local dishes in a historic kominka in Hakuba.

3.34

89

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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7Soba to Sushi Nanoya

Kyoto Sta. 533m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Sushi, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Casual Soba and Sushi Near Kyoto Station

3.29

119

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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8Ita Soba Kaoriya

Ebisu Sta. 166m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura

Just 2 minutes from Ebisu Station! Enjoy板そば and seasonal dishes with Japanese sake at this popular soba dining spot for adult girls' gatherings.

3.49

1543

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

9Soba no Mi Yoshimura

Gojo Sta. 122m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Cafe
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

10Soba Tatsuichi

Nijojo Mae Sta. 315m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura

3.42

277

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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11Rai An

Shibuya Sta. 393m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Escape the hustle and bustle of Shibuya with our adult-friendly soba and Japanese cuisine. We're open during Golden Week too!

3.49

1165

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

12Yakitori Haretsubame Shinjuku higashiguchi ten

Shinjuku Sta. 184m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

【Access】Just a 1-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, directly connected to the station. 【Same-day party reservations available】All-you-can-drink for 3980 JPY and up for 2 hours.

3.39

623

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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13bisen

Sushi, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

Enjoy squid ink sushi and 100% buckwheat soba by the seaside. Indulge in these local specialties that will delight your body in Okinawa! Perfect for sightseeing and business meetings.

3.05

7

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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14Kappou Nagahama

Ebisu Sta. 269m / Japanese Cuisine, Crab, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine featuring fresh seafood, handmade soba, and Kumamoto red beef in a lively Japanese atmosphere.

3.04

5

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
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Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Soba (Buckwheat noodles) WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Shinshu Soba Murata

Gion Sta. 252m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine, Tempura

Enjoy the essence of sake, snacks, and soba right at the heart of Hakata's main shrine.

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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16Gibier Kawauo Ryori Junkokusan Sobako 100% Shiyo Juuwari Teuchi Soba Dokoro Masaemon

Gion Shijo Sta. 987m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Seafood

3.14

20

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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17Asakusa Sarashina Tenko

Asakusa Sta. 254m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine

[4-minute walk from Asakusa Station] A new-style soba restaurant that refreshes both body and mind with homemade soba. Enjoy your time in a modern Japanese space.

3.40

203

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Gluten-Free options
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18Soba Teuchi Takahashi

Kiyomizu Gojo Sta. 256m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

3.26

70

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
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19Gontaro Shijou honten

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 294m / Udon-suki, Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Udon (Wheat noodles)

Indulge in our signature "Gontaro Nabe" made with our proud dashi broth. Enjoy a relaxing space filled with Japanese charm, perfect for gatherings of 10 or more!

3.49

651

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available

20Komoto

Hiro o Sta. 373m / Japanese Cuisine, Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura

Indulge in a luxurious moment at this hidden gem for adults in Hiroo.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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