Okinawan cuisineOroku Station4 min walk
Toraya, a popular restaurant in town
とらや
Handmade noodles prepared with wood ash and clear dashi: a bowl passing on the traditions of Okinawa soba to this day
- Traditional wood ash soba
- House-made noodles in medium-thin or flat styles
- Tender hon-soki spare ribs are highly regarded
- Hijiki rice is also popular
- Enjoyable for under ¥1,000
- Convenient lunch when heading back from the airport
- Features counter seats and tatami seating (zashiki)
- 6 parking spaces available / Entirely non-smoking
Toraya, a popular restaurant in town is one of the rare specialty shops in Okinawa preserving the traditional wood ash soba technique, using wood ash lye instead of kansui. The house-made noodles boast a distinct chewiness and a smooth texture that slides effortlessly down the throat, available in medium-thin or flat varieties; while the shop recommends the medium-thin noodles, many regulars favor the flat ones. The star dish, hon-soki soba served with clear, light dashi (Japanese soup stock), features bone-in spare ribs on a separate plate that are so tender the meat falls right off the bone, earning praise for the harmony between the sweet and savory seasoning and the delicate broth. Accompanying the bowl with rice dishes like hijiki rice or gomoku jushi (seasoned mixed rice) is another staple, and with portions available in small, medium, and large, it easily accommodates a light stop while exploring local eats. Operating via a meal ticket system ensures smooth service, and experiencing this traditional flavor for under ¥1,000 is widely appreciated. Locals and travelers sit side by side at the warm, wood-accented counter and tatami seating (zashiki).
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- Cuisine
- Dishes
- Address
- 1-5-14 Akamine, Naha-shi, Okinawa 901-0154, Japan (Kinjo Bldg. 1F)
Address in Japanese: 沖縄県那覇市赤嶺1-5-14 金城ビル 1F
- Nearest station
- Oroku Station4 min walk (288 m)
- Phone
- 098-858-2077
- Budget
- Lunch
- –¥999
- Dinner
- –¥999
- Reservations
- No reservations
- Payment
- Credit cardNot accepted
- E-moneyNot accepted
- Seats
- 33 seats
- Counter seats
- Tatami room
- Private room
- Smoking
- Non-smoking
- Parking
- Yes
- Private hire
- Not available
Opening hours
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| Tue | Closed |
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Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Features & facilities
- Tatami seating
- Open for lunch
- Parking
Map & access
1-5-14 Akamine, Naha-shi, Okinawa 901-0154, Japan (Kinjo Bldg. 1F)
Address in Japanese: 沖縄県那覇市赤嶺1-5-14 金城ビル 1F
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