Horoka — Local services in Aomori

I was hungry after a noontime stroll through the chilly streets of Aomori air last October. I passed by Horoka on my way back from the JR station. I absolutely love cold soba noodles served with tempura. It’s a dish that’s common but oh so good when done well. The staff took my order and my meal was ready within minutes. The assorted tempura was delicious. It was my first time trying shiso leaf and pumpkin tempura and they were great. The soba noodles pair so well with the wasabi dipping sauce. To be honest I could’ve eaten another serving. Thank you for the great...

The owner makes soba noodles every morning using buckwheat noodles from Horokanai Town, Hokkaido, a famous buckwheat noodle production area. There was a large selection of alcoholic beverages, including popular sake from the town of Mashike in Hokkaido, and apple juice from Aomori was served in a lovely ceramic cup. Incense is burned outside the restaurant and the atmosphere inside is chic. It is a relaxed restaurant that can be easily used by a single person...

YUM! The soba and tempura here is seriously good! They are very friendly, though no English is spoken. They do offer a more limited English menu, although the regular menu has more options. I loved my pork and rice bowl and would definitely come back again!! A great option for lunch or dinner in the area, worth a visit, and easy to get to from the...