Miyako Soba Gonzaburo

Miyako Soba Gonzaburo offers a delightful culinary experience in the heart of Kitakata, Fukushima. Known for its authentic soba, this restaurant takes pride in crafting noodles from 100% self-cultivated buckwheat, ensuring a gluten-free dining option. The menu features a variety of soba dishes, including the refreshing mizu soba, complemented by regional specialties like kozuyu soup and konnyaku sashimi. For those seeking a unique taste, the soba-gaki dumplings served with fuki miso and sansho miso are a must-try. Nestled along National Route 359, near the scenic Aganogawa River, Miyako Soba Gonzaburo is housed in a charmingly renovated old farmhouse with a tin roof. The interior exudes a traditional Japanese ambiance, complete with a Buddhist altar and Shinto shrine, offering a serene setting for a memorable meal. While reservations are recommended, they are not mandatory, allowing for a flexible dining experience. The restaurant's location, 20 km along a mountain road from Kitakata, provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle, making it an ideal spot for both locals and travelers seeking an authentic taste of Japan's soba culture.