This famous wanko soba restaurant is in Morioka City, located near Morioka Hachimangu Shrine and you can’t miss it!
About: Wanko Soba Noodles
Founded in 1960, this restaurant has long been a favorite of locals and tourists. This restaurant serves Morioka’s famous wanko soba as well as hot soba noodles and set menus.
Wanko soba is one of many specialties in Morioka, and one can enjoy bowls of the bite-sized buckwheat noodles until they are full. Wanko soba is said to have originated from the custom of serving freshly boiled soba to a large number of people and is said to be a local dish born of hospitality. The “jan-jan” and “sore, dak-don, dak-don” calls are often given by the servers. Followed by the buckwheat noodles being tossed into the bowls one after another. This interaction is an essential part of the experience.
Highlights:
Located near Morioka Hachiman Shrine, this restaurant has welcomed a diverse array of guests for occasions ranging from legal ceremonies and shrine celebrations to business gatherings and sightseeing meals.
When you visit Morioka for sightseeing, you should definitely try this famous “wanko soba“. As mentioned above, wanko soba is served with the spirit of hospitality and important to note that it is not intended to be a fast or gluttonous meal. We hope that you will enjoy the soba while chatting with your friends, family, or the waiter until you and your stomach are both satisfied.
Location and Official Website:
Store: Hatsukoma Wanko Soba (Main Store) ｛初駒わんこそば本店｝
Address: 10-21 Hachimancho, Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:00 am ~ 8:00pm
*Closed randomly, recommended to give them a call just in case
Phone number: 019-651-7184
Information is current at the time of publication. Opening hours may change or the restaurant may be closed depending on the day. Please check the official website before visiting.
