Best Soba (Buckwheat noodles) (Shochu) in Japan

1Asakusa Sarashina Tenko

Asakusa Sta. / 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. Reservations for seats only can be made by phone!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Gluten-Free options
Online reservationCheck availability

2Soba Michi Ura Nanba Ten

Namba Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Nabe (Japanese hot pot)

3.46

291

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

3Tonkatsu & Yakitori An

Akasaka Mitsuke Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Experience the essence of Edo at this Soba Izakaya in Akasaka Mitsuke and Nagatacho. Check out our luxurious banquet plans! Great coupons are also available!

3.47

402

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

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

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

4Tokyo Dosanjin

Ikejiri Ohashi Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Every day, we prepare three different types of soba. This hidden gem of a soba restaurant is dedicated to perfecting both the soba and the dipping sauce.

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

5Komoto

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

Indulge in a luxurious moment at this hidden gem in Hiroo. ~ Hida Beef Fair running from November 4th to 29th ~

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

6Tori to Teuchi Soba Tori Suki Ginza Nobo Ten

Ginza Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese sake bar, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

◆Tokyu Plaza Ginza 11F◆Kushiyaki 7 Skewers Course [Ume] with All-You-Can-Drink for JPY 5,980◆Now accepting reservations for welcome and farewell parties★Over 20 dishes available from JPY 1,500, including handmade soba, Hinai jidori chicken oyakodon, and yakitori don◆Indulge in a little luxury lunch starting from JPY 2,500♪

3.43

340

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

7Lilyan

Roppongi Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

"Soba Made More Free" - Committed to 100% Soba and Believing in Its Endless Possibilities

3.48

406

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

8Ore no Soba GINZA5

Ginza Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Weekend lunch drinking has finally started!! We're serving all our limited night menu items like foie gras and roast beef!! During weekend lunches, all drinks are just JPY 500 (tax included)! Don't miss out!!

3.49

1849

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

9Kutsukake Dining

Naka Karuizawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Wednesday, Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available

10Ebisu Hashi An

Ebisu Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine, Tempura

Soba to finish off your meal. Enjoy a modern dining experience with carefully selected organic wines and junmai sake from our sommelier, starting with soba appetizers! Dog-friendly terrace seating available!

3.49

751

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Soba&Co. Kamiyachoten

Kamiyacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura

3.44

349

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

12Tetsuchi Soba Daian

Shinjuku Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Dining bar, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 1-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, enjoy a relaxing time in a cozy semi-private room.

3.49

873

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

13Soba Ikon

Ebisu Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 4-minute walk from Ebisu Station! Enjoy our proud soba and Japanese cuisine. Perfect for group parties of up to 20 or a casual drink for one!

3.46

265

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

14Mimiu Kyoto Isetan Ten

Kyoto Sta. / Udon-suki, Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.26

256

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

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

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

15Shiomi

Waseda Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Tempura, Japanese Cuisine

"New Year's Soba Available at Isetan Shinjuku on December 30th and 31st!"

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

16Harajuku Katsu Han

Harajuku Sta. / Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet), Japanese Cuisine, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

3.27

31

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed

17Soba Sansan

Takanawa Gateway Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

【9/12 GRAND OPEN!】New Soba Experience at LUFTBAUM 28F, Newman Takanawa

3.26

123

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

18Soba Mae Sakaba Minamiguchi no Handsome

Shimo Kitazawa Sta. / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.38

74

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

19Sumibi Yakitori & Soba Sobamae Moyukusapporo Ten

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

3.41

190

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

20Sakaba Takaya

Suidobashi Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar, Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

A hidden sake bar where you can enjoy freshly made 100% buckwheat soba, tempura, seasonal side dishes, and fine sake from across the country.

3.42

192

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • - JPY 999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
Online reservationCheck availability