A REFINED Approach to SOBA NOODLE MAKING 

Learn about the attention to detail involved in making Japanese buckwheat noodles from a true master

Traditional Japanese cuisine has been listed as one of the many Intangible Cultural Heritages of Japan since 2013. When speaking of Japanese food, sushi, tempura, and kaiseki come to one's mind. Of the important traditional Japanese cuisines, only soba receives the prefix "Nihon" (Japan) and thus can be referred to as "Nihon soba."

While buckwheat is grown in many countries, the history of soba in Japan began roughly 9000 years before present. Since the 16th century, soba has taken the noodle form that people are accustomed to seeing today. The way soba is processed and seasoned are all uniquely Japanese.

ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE

Try your hand at making traditional soba noodles from scratch at a Michelin rated soba noodle restaurant in Sasayama under the tutelage of the master chef.

Working directly with the chef, you will witness and learn first-hand about the detail and care that goes into every aspect of making soba noodles. Using soft, natural spring water imported from the southern island of Kyushu, the chef gauges the consistency of the dough, adjusting the proportions throughout the year based on the seasonal changes. 

It comes as no surprise that the restaurant was recognized by the Michelin Guide, as the soba noodles are sublime. After experiencing making your own, you can enjoy savoring the marriage of flavors created by the master soba chef himself if you choose the dinner option.

Recommended for people who…

want to be immersed in a noodle-making tradition with thousands of years of history
want to work directly with a Japanese Michelin chef, learn soba-making techniques, and try your hand at making your own soba        

Optional add-ons to make your plan more memorable...

We can provide TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY, and KIMONO for your experience.

Please inquire.