Can you eat Okinawa soba in Miyako Island? A Miyakojima resident guide gives a thorough explanation of 5 recommended restaurants, including popular ones!

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Soul food of OkinawaSpeaking of which, Okinawa soba is the most popular type of noodle!

 

However, there are different tastes, types, and ingredients in Okinawan soba depending on the region and islands!

 

For those who are considering a trip to Miyako Island, our Miyako Island resident guide will introduce some recommended restaurants for Okinawa soba (Miyako soba).

 

What is Okinawa soba?

Miyako Island is a popular tourist resort area,Feel the untouched natureIt is a remote island where you can

 

Many places to enjoy island vegetables and local cuisine are scattered throughout the area and are highly recommended.

 

Okinawa soba is a Chinese noodle dish made of wheat flour and topped with tripe, ginger, fish paste, and island leeks.

 

Its origins date back to the Ryukyu Kingdom period and after the war.Soul food of OkinawaThis was the first time that the company had been in the market for a new product.

The soup is made mainly from pork and bonito broth and is rich and thick.

 

The toppings have also diversified to include soki, raftage, and island vegetables,You can enjoy Okinawan ingredients.

 

Thus, Okinawan soba,Cuisine that has developed along with Okinawa's historyIt can be said that this is a

 

History of Okinawa soba

What is the history of Okinawa soba,Ryukyu Kingdom Periodis the beginning.

 

Noodles were introduced to Ryukyu from mainland China around 500 years ago,Food of dynasties and other wealthy peopleIt was.

 

Later, after the world competition and other events, Okinawan soba wasDishes that the common people eat with familiarity.The company has changed to a

 

Although called soba, these noodles are made from wheat flour and brine, not buckwheat flour.

 

For this reason, there was a time when the labeling of soba as "buckwheat noodle" was not permitted, but now it is a historical dish of Okinawa and loved by many people.

 

Okinawa soba & Soki soba
Difference between Miyako Soba and Miyako Soba

In addition to Okinawa soba, you have probably heard of the famous Okinawan dishes Soki soba and Miyako soba.

 

These differences are,Noodle shape and toppingsIt is.

 

Here we explain the differences between Okinawa soba and Soki soba or Miyako soba.

 

Characteristics of Okinawa soba

Okinawa soba has a long history andDevelopment of culture in various parts of OkinawaThe types of products are diversified by

 

The common points among them are pork and bonito broth, wheat and brine noodles, and meat and green onion toppings.

 

In particular, the basic meat is tripe, but there is a wide variety including cartilage soki, tebichi, yushi tofu, and asa.

 

Thus, Okinawan soba,Soul food that has changed throughout history while maintaining its basic formIt can be said to be a

 

Characteristics of Soki Soba

Soki soba has a topping ofSweet and spicy seasoned bone-in sokiThe key point is that it is

 

Pork is the most consumed meat in Okinawa Prefecture and is also widely raised as livestock.

 

Soki may be boneless, so that it crumbles with chopsticks.Tender braised porkis a delicious soba.

 

In addition, many of the other toppings and conditions are the same as for Okinawan soba, making it a distinctly Okinawan noodle dish.

 

Thus, Soki Soba is a noodle dish that uses Okinawan soba as the standard, topped with soki.

 

Characteristics of Miyako Soba

Miyako soba has been loved by the people of Miyako Island and is the soul food of the island.

 

The simple appearance of the noodles is impressive, though, with only chopped green onions on top,Three pieces of meat and fish cake are hidden under the noodles.

 

Also, as mentioned earlier, the difference between Okinawan soba and chirimen is not the chirimen but theStraight flat noodlesand a light soup.

 

In this way, Miyako soba is a soul food that is a must-try for those who want to learn about the culture of Miyako Island.

 

Okinawa soba in Miyako Island
can be eaten
Five recommended restaurants!

Miyako Island has restaurants that serve local cuisine andThere are many restaurants where you can eat Okinawa soba.

 

Okinawa soba, in particular, has diversified in variety, such as Soki soba and Miyako soba, as mentioned earlier, all of which are very appealing.

 

Here are five of the best places to eat Okinawan soba.

 

Maruyoshi Restaurant

Maruyoshi Shokudo" is where the original Miyako soba noodles are served,It has been in business for 60 years.

 

The restaurant is so popular that there is a huge line during the tourist season, and the garlicky pork bone soup is addictive.

 

Also, the restaurant has the atmosphere of an old-fashioned diner,Local mood in Miyako IslandYou can also feel the

 

Restaurant Sumubari

Sumubari is a popular local diner,The extensive menu and hearty dishes are popular.

 

There is a wide variety of menu items using octopus, such as octopus soba with sumi ink and octopus stir-fry soba, among others on the Miyako soba menu.

 

Another popular feature of Sumubari is that it serves not only soba but also rice bowls and set menus.

 

Sumubari in this way is also from the locals as a dining place,The restaurant is well-loved by tourists.

 

Nakayomi Shoten

Miyako Soba in 20211st place in the general electionIt is the "Original Chicken Miyako Soba" that won the

 

The soup is made by simmering chicken stock for about eight hours and combining it with soup stock made from vegetables, bonito, shiitake mushrooms, kelp, and other ingredients.

 

It also features a deep flavor achieved by using brown sugar produced in Tarama.

 

Also, there are few stores on Miyako Island that make their own noodles, and Nakayumi is the owner'sThe special feature of this restaurant is that you can enjoy the special noodle.

 

okanmai restaurant

The Oubanmai Restaurant is directly operated by the Irabu Fishing Port,Seafood landed at the fishing port in front of youThis is a restaurant where you can eat

 

Okinawa soba served with a bowl of seafood offers a sumptuous taste of Miyako Island's local cuisine and ingredients.

 

Also, from the counter seats on the ocean sideHarbor view of Sarahama Fishing Portis spreading,Relax and enjoy the view of the ocean.You may also spend time with

 

Thus, Oubanmai Shokudo is a restaurant where you can enjoy fresh local fish and seafood while enjoying the scenery that is typical of Miyako Island.

 

Omi (hereditary title; orig. one of the two highest such titles, later demoted to sixth highest of eight)

Umibirai is located near the Ikema Ohashi Bridge that connects Miyako Island and Ikema Island,This is a diner where you can eat turban shell soba.

 

Miyako soba with grilled turban shells in a savory soy sauce broth is an Okinawan soba dish that cannot be found anywhere else.

 

Also, from the dining room, go up to the observation terrace,Enjoy the scenery of Miyako IslandThe following is an example of a product that can be used in this way.

 

If you want to try Okinawan soba noodles combined with seafood, Umibirai is probably the place to go.

 

Miyako soba noodles after having fun in the sea!
Miyako Island Recommended
5 activities!

In Miyako Island, which is rich in nature,In addition to dining, visitors can enjoy activities.

 

Here we introduce marine activities such as snorkeling, SUP and canoeing, and night tours.

 

1) Sea turtle snorkeling tour

Feel the beautiful, crystal clear waters of Miyako Island with your whole body!

 

With sea turtlesencounter rateThis is a half-day snorkeling plan that is also highly recommended.

You can see many colorful tropical fish as well as sea turtles!

 

The ocean is just that.Nature's aquarium!

 

(2) Sunset SUP/Canoe

Sunset SUP/Canoeing is an activity that allows you to experience the beautiful moment of the setting sun on a SUP/Canoe over the fantastic sunset-tinted ocean.

 

From the seaGolden in the setting sunThe spectacular view of the city is sure to be a sad and moving memory!

SUP can sit, do yoga, or lie down.Versatile ActivitiesIt is.

 

The canoe is very stable,You will be able to enjoy the sunset in a relaxed atmosphere.

 

It will surely be a memorable experience!

 

(3) Explore the mysterious Pumpkin Cave!
Caving & Sea Kayak Tour

Pumpkin Hole is a famous limestone cave on Miyako Island,Shaped like a pumpkinThe name is derived from the fact that the

 

You can only enter from the sea and take a canoe to the entrance.

It is recommended that you visit with a local tour guide, as the time of day you can enter depends on the sea conditions.

 

It is a hurdle to reach, but its mysterious appearance is one of the most beautiful in Miyako Island.The best power spotIt is popular as a

 

4) Beach SUP/Canoe

The beauty of the sea of Miyako Island isJapan's bestThe name of the company has been called

 

The canoe is very stable.Basically, it falls into the ocean.There is no such thing.

 

Even those who are not good swimmers can enjoy themselves.

SUP is more stable than it looks and can be enjoyed standing, sitting or lying downVersatile ActivitiesIt is!

 

Look out over the spectacular ocean from the top of your SUP board!

 

5⑤Starry sky & jungle night tour

Miyako Island at night,Nocturnal organisms are activein order toYou can enjoy Miyako Island in a different atmosphere than during the daytime.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

 

Go in search of flora and fauna unique to the subtropical zone!

Miyakojima at night, if only the weather was nice,The star-filled sky..!

 

Compared to the mainland, there is less artificial light, so the best scenery is available!

 

in the end

In this issue, we have introduced recommended restaurants and activities, including restaurants where you can eat Okinawa soba.

 

Okinawa soba is served in mainland Okinawa andHistorical and cultural development of Miyako IslandIt is diversified by theLocal cuisine with characteristicsIt is.

 

We have introduced some of our recommended stores, so please visit them for the Okinawan soba you have always wanted to try.

This article was written by.

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