Has to be one my new favorite soba spots in Socal! My girlfriend used to come here with her family as a kid and raved about this spot. Their soba texture and style tastes way different than your average buckwheat noodles. It isn't as thick and reminds me of spaghetti noodles. It tastes very fresh and I'm pretty sure they make the noodles in house. Upon ordering there were so many combination and menu options to choose from. I got the soba combination with tempura and it was perfectly battered and very light. I loved the tempura here and am craving to go back. A little hack for digestion is to ask them for some soba water to drink after. They give it in a little Japanese teapot. Inside the restaurant it's really small and if you come in the afternoon on a weekend, there might be a line. We went in at 11:30am and after we were done around 12:30pm, it was really busy and people were waiting outside. read more

Ichimi Ann, another amazing restaurant in the South Bay! I tried this spot for the first time and got the Yuzu Chashu and the Unagi Soba. I love anything Yuzu and would highly recommend trying the Yuzu Chashu, even on a hot day! The yuzu makes the dish feel light and refreshing. This location in Old Torrance feels very home-y, which I love. The staff are very sweet and the food comes out fast. I can't wait to come back and try more. read more

Ichimi Ann - unagi soba - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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Such a good spot for a quick meal! Ichimi Ann is an authentic Japanese spot located in Old Torrance next to Foster's Freeze. It's a smaller-sized restaurant with udon noodle, soba noodle, and rice entrees. You'll order at the counter on one side and all seating is in the adjacent room. You're given a number and your order is brought to your table. There is water, iced tea, and hot tea available to drink for free. It's not a great spot for large groups but we came in early on a Friday evening and there were plenty of seats open. I've heard it's usually pretty crowded so we lucked out. Service is very friendly. Everyone we encountered there was super nice. We ordered the kakiage udon, yamakake (yam) udon, and chicken curry. If you get a noodle dish, you choose between soba and udon noodles and whether you want the dish hot or cold. I ordered the kakiage udon and was initially surprised at the thinness of the udon noodles but they were perfectly cooked and the broth was so flavorful. The curry was also delicious and had a depth of flavor. Good food, good service, and fast. I'll definitely be back. read more

Ichimi Ann - Kakiage udon hot - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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Ichimi Ann mentaiko cream udon is gassssss. Seriously, chewy noodles and cream broth/sauce, it's killer. I believe my gf got the goma pork shabu noodles and that was also hit. Can't go wrong with anything here. Can't wait to come back to try more, again!! read more

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I used to come here when I was a child so the fact this place is still popular till this day says a lot about the food! As I remembered it, Ichimi Ann has the best authentic Japanese soba noodles. Cooked to perfection, the texture of the noodles are my favorite! Also the tempura was crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. Im so happy I was able to come back again :) I will say prices are a bit expensive but the amount of food you get equates to the pricing so I thought it was worth it overall! If you guys want authentic Japanese food, I would say Ichimi Ann is the place to go! read more

Ichimi Ann - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Every time I'm in Torrance, I have to stop her! it's such a good lunch spot. Parking can be a bit limited in the front, but there's additional parking in the back. You order first, get a number, and they'll bring the food to your table. The space is on the smaller side, but there's usually plenty of seating when it's not too busy. I tried their seasonal dish and it did not disappoint. The sesame-based with shiso, and the flavors paired so well. We also got the hot mentaiko udon, which was just as good. Highly recommend checking this place out if you haven't already read more

A cute soba place in the middle of Torrance, there is a great selection of soba options to pick from. I tried the cold soba with tempura; the soba was full of flavor and had a good texture to it. Tempura was made to order and was really well done, kept the crisp and all. Overall, I would go back here for lunch meals when I get the chance! Make sure to bring cash as well to avoid the credit card surcharge. read more

Ichimi Ann - Mentai - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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Came here on my lunch break! There was not too much parking so I had to park streetside and walk a little bit, but soon enough found myself inside. I ordered the cold kitsune soba, took my number and found a seat. There is both countertop seating for single diners and also tables in arrangements of 2 to 4 seats. I think the cashier might have misheard me, because when I got my food, I think I ended up with udon instead of soba noodles. The udon was still pretty good and al dente, the green onions were cripsy and fresh, and the edamame side was nice. I do think that they need to update their menu prices on their website as I ended up paying more than I originially believed I was going to pay. They have a self-serve drink station for cold tea and water and also hot tea! Which was super nice! Loved that! When you are finished dining, just drop your tray off near the counter on the shelves and you can head out! read more

Ichimi Ann - cold kitsune udon - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

As someone who used to live in Japan during my college days, Ichimi Ann definitely gets a stamp of approval from me. The prices are a great value for what you're getting especially in the LA area. My friend and I both ordered the combo meal which you get your choice of 1 noodle and 1 rice bowl. Mine came out to a little under 30 dollars. There are so many ingredients that are not common in American Japanese restaurants that you will find here. Ume, Mentaiko, cold soba, and so much more. It's really nostalgic for me and I throughly enjoyed it. I also loved that they had self serve mujicha tea. This isn't a big restaurant. After we ordered we had to wait for people to leave before taking their table. It wasn't impossible as people were quick to eat and leave. We also came at a weird time on a Sunday (2:30pm ish) which is usually the time restaurants are dead...but not this one! The staff were friendly and quick. Parking is easy as it's in a quiet neighborhood off the Main Street. In summary, this place is a no frills, simple, Japanese restaurant. If you've been to Japan this will definitely transport you back to those times. read more

Ichimi Ann - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Omg this place blew me away. Phenomenal Zaru noodles. I ordered the set with the zaru noodles with mentaiko topping, and the tempura rice bowl. The rice bowl was just okay but the zaru noodles were delicious. I'll be returning!! read more

Such an underrated spot, it seems like a lot of people were locals grabbing lunch with friends/family, people on their lunch breaks, etc. It has a cozy and warm atmosphere to it. The workers are very nice and gave us good recommendations. I believe that they make their soba and udon noodles. They offer hot and cold noodles, perfect for all seasons of the year. This is the most similar to food that I had in Japan, the tempura was crispy and the sauce wasn't too sweet/salty. The place is small with indoor seating. They don't have a parking lot, but there's free street parking. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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While visiting the Antique Street Fair in downtown Torrance on a lazy Sunday, I saw a restaurant with a familiar name, Ichimian, which has another location on the south side of the town. So I decided to stop by and check it out. The onsite parking spaces were limited with only 5 spots, but there was plenty of street parking. Inside the décor was that of a casual eatery with seating for 40 guests. Their overhead menu showed a large selection of soba, udon, and rice dishes, but without the sushi and nigiri which are offered in their other store. For this visit, I ordered the Combo of Kakiage Hot Udon with the Side Order of Chicken Curry Rice. The food was ready in 10 minutes. Kakiage Udon: The thin style udon noodles were nicely al dente. The broth was clear and flavorful. The battered onion, carrot, and shrimp kakiage was perfectly seasoned and pleasantly crispy outside. Wakame seaweed and sliced green onion gave an extra flavor to the dish. Side Order of Curry Rice: The rice was perfectly cooked with soft and moisture texture. The velvety sauce was flavorful and with a kick of spiciness. The chicken pieces were soft but they could be a little more tender. The price was moderate and noodle portion was generous. A great option for those who fancy high quality udon or soba. read more

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I had this placed in my radar for a while and finally got the chance to stop by yesterday. Prior to my visit, I had read multiple reviews, and it seemed like a noteworthy place for soba! I visited on a Sunday, and street parking was a little challenging, but I managed to find a spot. I believe there's no designated parking spot for the restaurant. There was a queue of people waiting for their order and huge groups of people when I arrived. This made me realize that it's a popular spot! Finding a good place to sit was a little challenging. I ordered mentaiko oroshi cold and paid with card. Everything totaled to $19-20, which I found pricey for what it is (since soba is very typical in Japan). However, it is a specialty food here, so you can't really argue. One thing to note is that they do charge an extra fee if you pay with card. So if you want to save yourself 4%, you'd need to pay with cash. The portions look hefty in the photos, but they are much smaller than they look. I'd estimate around 400 calories? I can tell the store has history / been here for a while, which means they're likely very good at what they do! This has to be one of the best soba places I've had in LA so far. I'd definitely recommend it if you're in the area and looking for authentic Japanese soba. read more

Ichimi Ann - Cold Mentai Oroshi Soba $19-20. Extra fee added if paying with card. - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Cold Pork Shabu Shabu: 10/10 My eating partner got this and wow, spectacular. I thought it was geared for picky eaters, but wow. The rich sesame mixed with cumin and shiso, such an unexexpected flavor combination. It had flavors that reminded me of Chinese and Indian foods but with that subtle Japanese twist. The noodles are al dente and add to the whole nutty experience. The noodles are PHENOMENAL. A must get. Cold Mentai: 7.5/10 I love mentaiko, but this one didn't do it for me. The daikon oroshi and cold dashi really brought out the bitter fishy notes from the eggs. I appreciated the noodles and overall composition, but maybe my palate isn't sophisticated enough to enjoy these flavors yet. Beef Bowl: 6.5/10 Standard sort of gyudon situation. Beef was a little string, but not too sweet. The rice is a great vessel to enjoy the last drops of the great broths that they have. Ambiance: The interior is beat, not in a cute way. They would do a lot of good with a small reno, so definitely just come for the food. No vibes. Service: Not really slow or fast. The person at the register was kind and took her time to explain the menu. Parking: Very small number of parking spots, even street parking. Be prepared to stop in the scarier parking in the middle of the road. read more

Ichimi Ann - Cold Shabu Pork Soba - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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Loved the hot beef soba noodle soup! Small venue with friendly, helpful service. Definitely a new find! read more

Ichimi Ann - Beef soba noodle soup - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Been a moment since I have been here. It was hopping though, at lunch time. Noodles were delicious as always, and perfect on a cloudy day. Updated menu attached. read more

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Good noodles per usual. This time I had the hot soba yuzu oroshi. I love green onions so I asked for extra green onions & I had an "onsen" egg on the side. Btw the yuzu flavor was REALLY STRONG lol. You have to love yuzu to eat this. Street parking only. Drinks are self-serve & buss your tray back to the front when you're done eating :). read more

Ichimi Ann - hot soba yuzu oroshi with "onsen" egg + extra green onion - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

I'm so glad my friend's family recommended this place! This place seems a little bit like a hole in the wall because the exterior/interior is kind of old/worn out. But! It's very authentic (or so my Japanese friends tell me). I just know that I loved the complimentary barley tea available and the mentaiko cream udon was sooo so yummy. Service is rather fast and of course cash is preferred to avoid a credit card fee! Good noodles for a casual lunch with friends. read more

Ichimi Ann - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

100000% recommend if you're a fan of soba. They mastered the texture and thickness of the soba here and the eel made a great accompaniment. Even the service amazed us since our food arrived in less than 10 mins! read more

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What a cute authentic Japanese restaurant in old Torrance! If you're looking for an authentic Japanese place for lunch this is it. The restaurant itself is small but clean, where you order up at a table and can seat yourself. There are many combos of noodles and rice bowls and I tried the Ban Ban Zi noodles which I was told was one of their most popular noodles. They use a sesame broth with chicken and cucumber, and it's served cold. The noodles were umami but also nutty and slightly sweet. There is some chilli oil they serve with it if you would like some heat. They were incredible and I would definitely recommend them if you are looking to try something new. As my combo I got a tempura bowl and the tempura was very crisp and came with a good portion of rice. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a mom and pop Japanese spot for noodles! Will be back. read more

Ichimi Ann - Shrimp Tempura Bowl Zaru or Kake - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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First time here. Just get a simple menu. I had natto tororo because I love grated yam, natto, and poached egg, but I think their tempura was old. It had a horrible smell. I'm not talking about the shrimp and veggie tempura. It's the topping tempura. And I know chefs usually make those toppings ahead of time, but I think it was old or the oil was horrible. I tried finishing everything since it was $20, but wow, that old oil taste made me almost throw up. It's still lingering in my mouth... I didn't get a refund, but don't ever get that... read more

Ichimi Ann - Natto tororo - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Parking: Ichimi Ann did not have its own parking lot. There is street parking available but it might be hard to find a spot during meal times. Interior: The restaurant is not very big. It does feel a bit crowded. Service: You order your food at the counter and they will bring you your order when it is ready. Everything else is self served. There is also a discount if you pay with cash. Food: I ordered the Tororo with Tempura Bowl Combo. It was a hot day so the cold tororo was very refreshing. The broth was not too salty and the grated yam balanced everything out. The tempura was also very good. It was crispy and not very oily. I would definitely come back again to try some of the other dishes. Food: I ordered read more

Ichimi Ann - Totoro with Tempura Bowl Combo - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

My friends and I were craving Japanese food and were down in Torrance, so we decided to give this spot a try. The restaurant is super cute and homey and feels like what I'd imagine an authentic restaurant in Japan to look like. You order at the counter, get a number, and find a table inside. The staff are super kind and attentive and made the visit all the more enjoyable. Now for the food. I ordered a ten zaru soba, my boyfriend got the sukiyaki udon, and my friend got a zaru soba. All were on point. The soba is freshly made in house, with the perfect chewiness -- refreshing after a long hike in PV! My only note is that the tempura, though freshly fried, was not super crispy and a bit limp. read more

Great hole in the wall place for authentic soba! I got the ten Zaru soba which was dipping soba with a side of mixed tempura. The soba was refreshing and paired well with the light and crunchy tempura. My partner got the unagi soba cold, and the unagi added a nice umami flavor to the broth. Big portion of eel as well! He really enjoyed it. Came on a Saturday for lunch and there was a constant flow of customers but not overly busy. Staff was very friendly and the food service was very quick! In and out of the restaurant within 20 minutes. Would recommend if you're looking for a light yet satisfying meal read more

Ichimi Ann - Unagi soba (cold) - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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Blown away by the delicious simplicity of the food. A casual dining establishment that offers fresh and healthy soba or udon noodles. They offer both soup and dry versions of the noodles. Ordered the Tempura soba (hot soup) and Yuzu Chasu soba (hot soup). Cost: Price point is fair in this economy. Approximately $18-20 a person. Ambiance: Simple, casual eatery that's cozy with lots of natural colors. Quality: Food was fresh and the presentation is nice. Portions are decent and keeps you full without stuffing you. Good balance of ingredients. The noodles do taste freshly made and had the perfect texture. The tempura was lightly crispy, not deeply fried, which is delicious and tasted fresh to order. Service: Cashier service was friendly and helpful. The nice gentleman working there helped address our questions and gave good recommendations. A no frills eatery where you order, get a number, find a seat, they bring you the food, and you bring the trays to a shelf after you're done eating. Bonus: Offerings of free tea. Both caffeinated (hot black tea) and non-caffeinated (barley tea) options. Water too. Parking: It may be tricky as it's street parking depending on when you go during the week. But, we got parking easily on a weekday for lunch. Great restaurant with friendly service and amazing food. Highly recommend for people who like soba and udon noodles-based dishes. read more

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Delicious as always! One of my most favorite Japanese noodle houses in LA! We ordered the unagi udon bowl (cold) and the kakiage (shrimp + veggie tempura) udon (cold) and both were so simple yet so tasty. Hits the spot every time. Service is quick. There's ample seating inside in two rooms. They do charge you a fee for paying with a credit card just FYI as the cash price is always cheaper. Ample free street parking around. read more

Ichimi Ann - Cold unagi udon bowl -- yum! - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

One of my favorite soba spots in the area. The setting is simple and unfancy--perfect for a quick, easy lunch. The soba is fresh and springy, and it always puts me in a good mood. Add a side of the chicken curry bowl and you've got the perfect pairing. A great place for a bite with a friendly smile. I'm always in the mood for this place when I'm nearby. read more

Ichimi Ann - Zaru soba and tempura - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

First review of 2026 starts with one of my favorite restaurants! I would place Ichimi Ann on my top 5... if not top 3?? favorite restaurants in LA. I've been to this location 4 or 5 times and the other location once. My fiancé and I usually get the same things every time we visit. My go-to has been mentaiko soba and natto tororo. Natto and grated Japanese yam isn't exactly everyone's favorite combo, but I love my traditional Japanese food and absolute love the sliminess of the two lol. Mentaiko soba is really tasty too and the cod adds a bit of spiciness, but with everything mixed together, it's a texture & flavor bomb. I have yet to try a hot soba/udon dish here but I just love cold soba too much. My fiancé and I usually get their combo each, which usually totals to about $30/pp, but the last time we had a salmon ikura bowl combo each, we got really full so we decided to behave and share a tempura don the next visit. I prefer the salmon ikura don over the tempura don, but my fiancé who loves tempura enjoyed it a lot. He tried their chicken curry soba for the first time on our last visit, which was a bit interesting since we both thought the soup was going to be a creamy curry base, but it was actually a mix of cold soba broth and curry. I did wish his bowl had a bit more chicken or toppings but overall, it was still delicious. I have noticed that our last 2 trips here, the soba seems to be on the really cold/frozen side. I did bite into a chunk of soba that was hard to separate as it was stuck/frozen(?) together. I love that they have a self serve tea station. They offer hot and cold and I usually opt for their hot tea even when I'm eating cold soba. Kind of helps wash everything down lol. I've never had trouble finding parking here, and on weekends during the summer, it can get quite busy. We definitely need to try other restaurants wherever we're in Torrance but can't seem to resist this place. Would love some recs from other Yelpers! read more

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Lovely local restaurant with delicious soba. On my most recent visit, I went with the classic ten zaru soba, which is cold dipping soba and a selection of tempura. The soba is cooked to the perfect doneness and the tempura fried crisp and light. To drink, there is complementary hot green tea and cold barley tea. Very kind service. Well priced. Casual dining atmosphere. The small dining room fills up quickly during peak hours. Street parking. Bring cash for a small discount! read more

Ichimi Ann - Ten Zaru soba - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Overall the food was very good! Mentiako rice was a unique flavor profile with the fresh herbs sprinkled on top. Soba was light and refreshing and the udon was hearty and flavorful. The food was not overly salty and had a nice refreshing balance. It is a lot of food for the combo where you can get a soba and rice. So come hungry . The staff were also very nice and welcoming. Inside had a small dining area with several tables. Didn't have an issue getting a seat when I came a few times on the weekday. There is a self service tea and water station. Also will need to bring back your dish ware to the shelves right of the cashier when you're done. There's a small parking lot in the back. But will need to find street parking if the lot is full. read more

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My Mentai cream udon bowl was soooooo goooodddd. Each slurp tasted different depending on how much of the Mentai I mixed in it. I don't like it too salty so I prefer not to mix it too much but rather adding the little by little. But it was delicious! The perfect happiness to my day. The salmon ikura bowl was good too but I was so full I ended up taking most of that bowl home. I will definitely bring my visiting friends and family here in a few weeks! read more

Ichimi Ann - Mentai cream udon and salmon ikura bowl combo - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Authentic udon spot in the Torrance area! Their noodles are handmade and have that perfect thin, chewy texture you can only get from fresh udon. I tried the Ume Shiso and the Tororo udon which were both delicious and super flavorful. The only thing to note is that the broth runs slightly salty, but overall it's a great spot if you're craving quality, traditional udon. I'd definitely come back! read more

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Hidden gem in downtown torrance! The portions are pretty big. The combo prices are worth it. I got the unagi soba and kakiage bowl. I couldn't even finish it and had to save it for the next day. Self seating area with self serve water/tea area by the front door. read more

Ichimi Ann - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

Walking distance from the Torrance flea market on a Sunday. Can't remember the name of what I ordered but it was recommended. Although it was good, it was not worth $26 (tip + service charge). read more

Ichimi Ann - Pork Shabu Shabu cold noodle? - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

The food is good and was served fast. My pork shabu shabu served cold was very favorable with sesame taste. It was my favorite dish. read more

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I discovered this place on Google maps. This cute little Japanese restaurant had the best noodles! Workers were super nice and polite. I had their Unagi Soba noodles and it was the best I've ever tasted. The umami in it tasted good. It's a pretty quiet eat, definitely the best place to eat in peace. I went on Friday close to closing time, best time to eat when it's not too crowded. Got there and eat! Will be back again! read more

Ichimi Ann - Unagi Soba (cold) - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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Hands down the best japanese culinary experience i have had in the U.S. Seems to be family owned and ran. Everyone spoke Japanese and their service is very top notch or attentive. I came in with crutches due to a recovering broken leg which I was met with kindness and assistance. The atmosphere is the kind of ambiance where you can be solo or bring someone and you will not be disappointed. Their food experience they provide alone is more than worth visiting a 2nd or a 3rd time. Thank you Ichimi Ann! read more

Ichimi Ann - Yuzu Chashu (hot) - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

I can't believe I didn't know about this spot until today!!! I am a soba fanatic and this place did not dissapoint :) The soba tasted exactly what I had back when I was traveling in Japan. It is hard to come across pure buckwheat noodles, and I am so glad I have found a spot! I ordered tororo soba, which is a type of yam they grate and it was absolutely delicious with my cold soba noodle. I was so impressed with the soba broth too; the moment I took a sip of it, I just knew this place knows what they are doing!!! My husband ordered unagi soba and he loved it so much and it definitely surprised him because he was skeptical at first :) Will definitely come back again and again! The service was really pleasant too :) read more

Ichimi Ann - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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A mom and pop feel little restaurant that is full of surprised! Food is as authentic as what you can get in Japan. Taste really authentic and fresh. The soba noodle that I got is completely different from what I usually get at other restaurants, almost got a homemade feel. The tempura is light but flavorful. It's more like a self serve restaurant where you purchased the food, get your own seat and they will bring the food to your table later. And cleanup your own tray at the end. Overall, a very pleasant surprise! read more

Ichimi Ann - Cold soba with tempura - Japanese Near Me - Torrance, California

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A nice little Japanese restaurant that's warm and serve good authentic Japanese food. We came here on a Saturday right after lunch hour so the restaurant wasn't that packed and we were able to find a table quite easily. We had to first place and pay for our orders and find a table to sit. Water, tea, cups and utensils are placed near the entrance. We ordered curry with chicken and pork cutlet, yuzu chashu with soba (hot), and sukiyaki udon (hot). The curry was delish! We have a curry lover in our family and he said he would love to come back for the curry again. The crunchy pork cutlets combined with the creamy and tasty curry with steamy rice were just on point. I liked the sukiyaki udon. The udon was thinner than that is usually served in other restaurants or sold in the market. It's definitely fresh and housemade. The sukiyaki is sweet but not too overpowering. It was just a perfect and filling meal for a cool and cloudy day. My husband liked the yuzu chashu with soba. You can definitely taste the refreshing taste of yuzu here. The buckwheat soba was so good! Just like the udon, this restaurant perfected the recipe and we thoroughly enjoyed both the udon and soba. read more

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