Sobakiri Saiya is quietly located just a short walk from the Inner Shrine area of ​​Ise Shrine. The first thing that catches your eye is the stately old house built 150 years ago. You can enjoy soba in a quiet and calm atmosphere created by the historic building. The space where time seems to flow slowly is perfect for calming your mind before or after visiting the shrine.

Saiya's soba is handmade using carefully selected domestic buckwheat flour. It is fresh and has a rich soba aroma. It has a firm texture and goes down smoothly. You can enjoy the taste of the soba itself in the standard bamboo steamer, or you can enjoy the local taste of the "tsuketoro bamboo steamer" where Ise potatoes are grated after an order is placed. The freshly fried crispy tempura is also popular, and in addition to shrimp and seasonal vegetables, sometimes large conger eels are also served.

Carefully made soba, special dipping sauce, and a historic space. All of this combines to create a truly satisfying experience. Because it is located near Ise Shrine, it can get quite busy at lunchtime, but it's well worth the wait. If you're visiting Ise Shrine, be sure to stop by Sobakiri Saiya to enjoy a special meal with some delicious soba.