Sarashina Horii
A historic soba restaurant serving unique, hand-pulled noodles for over 230 years, offering a taste of Edo-era culinary tradition.
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Sarashina Horii
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Must-see attractions
A historic soba restaurant serving unique, hand-pulled noodles for over 230 years, offering a taste of Edo-era culinary tradition.
"Experience the best soba noodles ever, with truly insane flavor and an unforgettable historic dining experience."
Arrive Early for Soba
Beat the crowds by arriving early, especially during peak hours, to avoid long queues for this popular spot.
Explore Soba Varieties
Try various soba types, including seasonal specials, to experience the full range of unique and delightful flavors.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Soba Noodle Shop
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 3-3403-3401
Address
3 Chome-11-4 Motoazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0046, Japan
Website
sarashina-horii.com/Highlights
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230 Years of Soba Tradition
Experience authentic, hand-pulled soba noodles made with a unique recipe passed down for over two centuries, a taste of Edo-era Japan.
Seasonal Soba Creations
Savor unique, seasonal soba flavors like shiso-infused noodles, offering a refreshing and ever-changing culinary adventure.
Historic Ambiance
Dine in a setting that once welcomed daimyo lords, immersing yourself in the rich history and traditional Japanese atmosphere.
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Arrive Early for Soba
Beat the crowds by arriving early, especially during peak hours, to avoid long queues for this popular spot.
Explore Soba Varieties
Try various soba types, including seasonal specials, to experience the full range of unique and delightful flavors.
Ask for Staff Recommendations
If unsure, staff are happy to offer suggestions, guiding you to delicious menu choices.
Embrace New Dishes
Be adventurous and try traditional appetizers like Chawan-Mushi or hotpot-style dishes recommended by locals.
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Arrive Early for Soba
Beat the crowds by arriving early, especially during peak hours, to avoid long queues for this popular spot.
Explore Soba Varieties
Try various soba types, including seasonal specials, to experience the full range of unique and delightful flavors.
Ask for Staff Recommendations
If unsure, staff are happy to offer suggestions, guiding you to delicious menu choices.
Embrace New Dishes
Be adventurous and try traditional appetizers like Chawan-Mushi or hotpot-style dishes recommended by locals.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners consistently praise Sarashina Horii for its exceptional soba noodles, highlighting their unique texture and flavor, often calling it the best they've had in Japan. The historic ambiance and attentive service also receive high marks, though some mention that English menus can be a challenge and portion sizes may be smaller than expected. It's a place where tradition and quality create a truly memorable dining experience.
"Your greeted by friendly staff. We were asked if we wanted to have a Japanese style dinner and we said yes it was very enjoyable.
The food was very delicious and filling portions were a bit small, but definitely worth the try. The service was amazing and they explained everything in detail."
Leo Martinez
"I love this place. I have been in Japan for so long. I never enjoy Soba in general. There are so many tourist traps that serve instant soba noodles. The noodles here are built different. The cost is not low, but the experience is truly insane. I only began to enjoy soba because of this shop. When I made it at home, I dislike soba again. Please drop by to try this place. It’s amazing 🥰"
yuzu
"Ok so this place as such an history you just can't give it less than 5 stars. It was full with line waiting outside and even though we came without resevation they found us a spot in a tatami (not my cup of tea). The food was really good and with good prices considering the place and location."
Julian Rajcher
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sarashina Horii is celebrated for its authentic, hand-pulled soba noodles, crafted using a recipe passed down for over 230 years, offering a taste of historical Japanese cuisine.
An English menu may not be available, making ordering a bit challenging. Staff are helpful with recommendations, and pointing to desired items or pictures can assist.
Reservations are not always required, and walk-ins are often accommodated, but arriving early is recommended to avoid potentially long wait times.
Yes, the restaurant offers seasonal soba flavors, such as shiso-infused noodles, providing a unique twist on traditional soba.
Chawan-Mushi, a creamy steamed egg custard, and various tempura dishes, like jumbo prawn tempura, are highly recommended.
The restaurant boasts a rich history, serving customers for over 230 years, dating back to the Edo period.
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This soba restaurant in Azabu-Juban has been a popular local spot for over 230 years, even serving daimyo lords during the Edo period (1603-1867) and, later, the imperial household. Soba usually comes in different shades of brown, courtesy of the buckwheat husks traditionally ground into the dough. The downside of that approach is it can give the noodles less elasticity and a rougher texture.
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First up, Tony heads to Sarashina Horii with (Iron) Chef Masaharu Morimoto; he picks up there almost where he left off in A Cook’s Tour: with soba. The two chefs enjoy soba noodles with broth, happily slurping the dish while discussing Japanese cuisine.
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