Soba Making

Description

Soba is such a part of Nagano’s food culture that there are soba restaurants wherever you go in the prefecture. In the past, practically every household used to make soba as well, so the people here have a deep fondness for the buckwheat noodles. Making the noodles is called “soba-uchi”, and it is possible to experience this quintessential Nagano activity yourself in many locations. After learning a few basic techniques, anyone can try their hand at making delicious soba, of course using buckwheat grown in Nagano. The best tasting soba noodles are the ones you make yourself. Soba making is highly recommended to fully experience Nagano’s food culture. (Japanese only)