Restaurantyanaka✦ Hidden Gem

Nishikura

西倉

Nishikura is a beloved soba restaurant nestled in the charming, old-Tokyo neighborhood of Yanaka, renowned for its meticulously handcrafted soba noodles. Enjoy a tranquil dining experience in a traditional setting, savoring the delicate flavors of authentic Japanese buckwheat noodles, often served with seasonal tempura. It's an ideal spot to immerse yourself in local culinary traditions after exploring Yanaka's historic streets.

Cultural Tips

When eating soba, it's generally acceptable and even encouraged to slurp your noodles, as it's believed to enhance the flavor and shows appreciation. For cold soba (zaru soba), dip a small amount of noodles into the tsuyu (dipping sauce) rather than pouring it over.

Admission fee	Free
Access	Nearest station: Sendagi Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line), Exit 2. Approximately 5-7 minutes walk.
Opening hours	weekdays: Monday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM,Tuesday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM,Wednesday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM,Thursday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM,Friday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM,Saturday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM,Sunday: Closed

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