Hatsuhana Soba Honten
A long-standing soba noodle shop in Hakone, famous for its handmade buckwheat noodles and riverside views.
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Hatsuhana Soba Honten
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A long-standing soba noodle shop in Hakone, famous for its handmade buckwheat noodles and riverside views.
"Must visit if in Hakone for authentic soba and delicious tempura!"
Arrive Early or Late
Expect lines during peak hours; consider arriving early or close to closing time for a shorter wait.
Creative Name for Waitlist
For fun, use a Japanese-sounding name when adding your name to the waitlist.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 460-85-8287
Address
635-635 Yumoto, 箱根町 Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
Website
hatsuhana.co.jp/Highlights
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Handmade Soba Noodles
Experience authentic, freshly made soba noodles, served hot or cold, a true taste of tradition.
Generous Shrimp Tempura
Savor exceptionally large and crispy shrimp tempura, a delightful accompaniment to your soba dish.
Riverside Ambiance
Enjoy your meal with serene views of the river, creating a peaceful dining experience.
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Arrive Early or Late
Expect lines during peak hours; consider arriving early or close to closing time for a shorter wait.
Creative Name for Waitlist
For fun, use a Japanese-sounding name when adding your name to the waitlist.
Savor the Soba Water
Don't forget to add soba water to your dipping sauce to create a delicious soup.
English Menu Available
An English menu is available, making ordering straightforward for international visitors.
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Arrive Early or Late
Expect lines during peak hours; consider arriving early or close to closing time for a shorter wait.
Creative Name for Waitlist
For fun, use a Japanese-sounding name when adding your name to the waitlist.
Savor the Soba Water
Don't forget to add soba water to your dipping sauce to create a delicious soup.
English Menu Available
An English menu is available, making ordering straightforward for international visitors.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Hatsuhana Soba Honten is praised for its authentic, handmade soba noodles and generous portions, especially the impressive shrimp tempura. Diners enjoy the cozy atmosphere and river views. While the food is generally well-received, some find the curry soba less impressive than other offerings. Expect a wait during busy periods, but many find it worthwhile for the quality and experience.
"Blissfully slurping of soba noodles in Hakone! An experience that makes you feel like you’re a retired 80 year old Japanese person thats worked the whole life and have nothing to worry about. Just have to get through the waiting as there’s usually a line. Note you have to write your name down and # of people and they’ll call you out. If you’re non-Japanese, you could be cheeky and put a Japanese sounding character/name and they’ll call it out!
We had the Teiyo Soba and Oyakodon Soba and it was absolutely delicious. Servings were big so unfortunately couldnt order more than 2 dishes or itd be a waste. Actually thought of going back but there was legit so many places to eat and things to see in Hakone that we decided that the one trip to this soba place was the only time we can afford.
Definitely a visit back if its still there when we return."
Terrence Chong
"We were in Hakone for the hot springs, and this spot was really close to our hotel, so we decided to check it out for breakfast. It’s a small, cozy place right by the river, which gives it a nice vibe. The food was decent—not surprisingly good, but the portions were pretty big. Overall, it’s not a bad place to stop by if you’re in the area and looking for a simple, quiet breakfast."
Rachel S.
"Busy little two-story soba spot packed with fellow travelers.
The soba was solid, nothing fancy, and the tempura was crisp and satisfying.
Service was quick, and the view outside? Peaceful enough to slow down the tourist buzz for a moment.
A great stop if you’re hungry and on the Hakone trail. 🍜🍤⛰️"
Kevin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most popular dishes are the handmade soba noodles, served either hot or cold, and the large shrimp tempura. Unique options like curry soba and tororo soba are also recommended.
Yes, this restaurant is very popular and often has a line, especially during peak hours. It's advisable to arrive early or visit on a weekday if possible.
Yes, an English menu is available, making it easier for international visitors to choose their dishes.
The restaurant offers a cozy and traditional atmosphere with pleasant views of the river, providing a serene dining experience.
Consider adding the soba water from your dipping sauce to make a delicious soup. Also, for fun, you can use a Japanese-sounding name when putting your name on the waitlist.
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For some solid local fare, you should make a stop at the quaint Hatsuhana Soba Honten and have a set of soba. The shop is very small, only seating around tweleve customers but has a great old world atmosphere. The price is moderate, around $15-20 USD for a 'set', and less if you order invididually.
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At Hatsuhana Restaurant I ordered “Tororo Soba” which is soba noodles in hot broth with raw egg yolk and grated raw mountain yam. The yam is a specialty in this area and we were bang on in the middle of the season.
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Established in 1934, Hatsuhana Soba Honten is a long-established soba restaurant with nearly 90 years of history. I was particularly impressed by their handmade soba using domestic buckwheat flour and Japanese yam.
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