Ichiyoshi Soba
Small stall dishing up hot & cold noodles, rice balls & an extensive range of fried snacks.
Ichiyoshi Soba is rated 4.1 / 5 from 5,640 Google reviews and sits about 861 m (11 min walk) from Sendagi station.
General overview
About Ichiyoshi Soba
Ichiyoshi Soba is a traditional soba restaurant in Nishinippori, in Tokyo’s historic Arakawa area. It is suited to travelers looking for handmade or traditional-style Japanese buckwheat noodles, including hot and chilled soba dishes. The details below are based on general training knowledge and are not live-verified.
- Traditional Japanese soba dining in Nishinippori
- Convenient for visits to Yanaka, Nippori, and the Yanaka Ginza area
- Likely offers both hot noodle soups and chilled soba with dipping sauce
- A local-style restaurant rather than a major tourist attraction
Things to do here
Hot soba
Soba served in a warm broth, commonly with toppings such as tempura, duck, tofu, or vegetables depending on the menu.
Chilled soba with dipping sauce
Cold noodles served with tsuyu dipping sauce and typical condiments such as wasabi, green onion, and grated daikon.
Tempura and soba meal
A classic combination of soba with tempura, often available as a set meal or seasonal menu item.
Local Nishinippori dining
Combine the restaurant with a walk through nearby Yanaka, Yanaka Ginza, the Nippori textile district, or the surrounding old Tokyo neighborhoods.
Check the route from Nishinippori Station using a current map and allow extra time to locate the entrance in the neighborhood. Japanese restaurants may close temporarily between lunch and dinner.
Usually unnecessary for an individual visit, but reservations may be useful for groups or during busy periods. Confirm directly before visiting.
This overview is general knowledge, not confirmed against an official source — verify hours, prices and entry rules before you go.
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How to reach
Ichiyoshi Soba is about 861 m (~11 min walk) from Sendagi station on the Tokyo Metro.
Before you go
Good to know
Verify tickets, seasonal hours, entry rules, and special events on the official website before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Ichiyoshi Soba from Sendagi station?
Ichiyoshi Soba is about 861 m (roughly 11 min walk) from Sendagi station on the Tokyo Metro. Use the directions link on this page for turn-by-turn walking directions.
What is Ichiyoshi Soba rated?
Ichiyoshi Soba has a Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 from 5,640 reviews.
What's near Ichiyoshi Soba?
Also within a short walk of the same station: Tokyo National Museum, Ueno Park, National Museum of Nature and Science.
Is there parking near Ichiyoshi Soba?
Google lists these parking options near Ichiyoshi Soba: paid parking lot.
Is Ichiyoshi Soba good for children?
Google does not list Ichiyoshi Soba as particularly suited to children — check current details before visiting with kids.
Are dogs allowed at Ichiyoshi Soba?
Google does not list Ichiyoshi Soba as allowing dogs.
Does Ichiyoshi Soba have outdoor seating?
Google does not list Ichiyoshi Soba as having outdoor seating.
Does Ichiyoshi Soba require an admission ticket?
No. It is a restaurant, so there is no admission fee; you pay for the food and drinks ordered.
Is a reservation necessary?
Probably not for a small party during ordinary hours, although reservations may be helpful for groups or busy periods. Confirm directly before visiting.
What should visitors expect to spend?
A reasonable planning estimate is about ¥800–¥1,500 for basic soba and roughly ¥1,300–¥2,500 for tempura, specialty dishes, or set meals. These are not live-verified prices.
Can international visitors dine there?
Yes, generally. The menu and ordering process may be primarily in Japanese, so having a translation app or knowing a few dish names can be useful.
Is English service available?
English-language service is not confirmed. Staff may have limited English, so visual menus, translation tools, or simple Japanese phrases may help.
What are useful Japanese words for ordering?
Useful terms include kake soba (hot soba in broth), zaru soba (chilled soba), tempura soba, mori soba (plain chilled soba), and o-mori (large portion).
Can I pay by credit card or electronic payment?
The current payment methods are not confirmed. Carry some Japanese yen in case the restaurant accepts cash only.
Where can I go before or after eating?
Nishinippori is convenient for Yanaka, Yanaka Ginza, Nippori Station, traditional residential streets, temples, and the old-neighborhood atmosphere of northeastern central Tokyo.
Is the restaurant suitable for wheelchair users or strollers?
Accessibility details are not confirmed. Contact the restaurant in advance if step-free access or extra space is important.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated October 27, 2026. Ratings, hours and prices can change — confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.