If you’re looking for a unique Okinawan soba experience away from the tourist crowds, head to Yoshimoto Soba in Itoman City, the southern tip of Okinawa.
This shop is known for its creative take on traditional soba, and it’s been gaining huge popularity among locals in the past few years!
📍 Location & Access
よしもとそばは糸満市の静かな住宅街、小さなアパートの真下にあります。⚠️
駐車する際はご注意ください。
駐車スペースはいくつかありますが、標識に明記されているように、アパートの住民のスペースには駐車しないでください。
🕐 Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
💴 Payment: Cash only
🚗 Parking: Limited (be respectful of private spaces)
🍥 What Makes This Soba Special?
Unlike traditional Okinawan soba, Yoshimoto Soba offers modern-style noodle dishes including “maze-soba” (mixed soba) and goma miso soba (sesame miso).
Here’s what we tried:
🔹 Yoshimoto Soba (Medium Size – ¥680)
A bowl topped with:
- Tender soki (pork spare ribs)
- Soft tofu
- Slices of sanmai niku (three-layer pork belly)
💬 「今まで食べたお蕎麦の中で一番美味しかったです！麺とスープの相性が抜群でした。唐辛子（コレーグース）は今まで食べた中で一番辛かったです。いい意味で！」
🔗 引用元:
おかえりエクスプローラーズ – Yoshimotoそば特集記事
🔸 Goma Miso Soba – Our Top Pick!
A rich sesame & miso-based broth, paired with smooth homemade noodles.
Highly recommended if you’re into creamy, nutty flavors!
👉ヒント：ミニライスを注文して、残ったスープをかけましょう。地元の人は最後の一口をこうやって楽しみます！🍚
🔗 引用元:
おかえりエクスプローラーズ – Yoshimotoそば特集記事
🥢 Side Dishes You’ll Love
- Kūbu Irichi (simmered kombu/seaweed) comes as a small appetizer – many people wish they could take it home!
- Homemade dumplings (suigyoza) are also recommended – soft and chewy with juicy filling.
These small touches show how much love the shop puts into every meal.
🪑 Dining Space
The restaurant is cozy with:
- Counter seats
- Table seating
- Traditional Japanese tatami floor seats (great for families)
📝 What to Keep in Mind (Especially for Tourists)
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Language | Mostly Japanese – point-and-order works fine |
| Menu | Has photos (easy to understand) |
| Payment | 💴 Cash only (no cards, no e-money) |
| Parking | Limited. Do NOT park in apartment resident spaces |
| Peak Time | Avoid 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM if possible |
🖼️ Storefront Photo
🔗 引用元:
沖縄そば専門サイト「すば沖縄」
🔗 Instagram & Social Media
✨ Final Thoughts
As someone who used to live just above this place, I saw it grow from a quiet local favorite to a buzzing hot spot.
Despite the rising popularity, the flavor and hospitality haven’t changed one bit.
If you’re exploring southern Okinawa or heading toward Cape Kyan or Peace Memorial Park, Yoshimoto Soba is a great lunch stop to experience modern Okinawan soul food.
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