Iya Soba: Thick, Short Buckwheat Noodles from Tokushima
I y a s o b a c o m e s f r o m t h e s t e e p v a l l e y s o f w e s t e r n T o k u s h i m a , w h e r e w e l l - d r a i n e d s l o p e s a n d l a r g e t e m p e r a t u r e s w i...
At a glance
| Name | Iya Soba: Thick, Short Buckwheat Noodles from Tokushima (Iya Soba) |
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| Prefecture | Tokushima |
| Region | Shikoku |
| Type | Rustic, fragile buckwheat noodles with little or no binder in warm dried-fish broth |
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Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Iya Soba: Thick, Short Buckwheat Noodles from Tokushima from?
It is associated with Tokushima, in the Shikoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Iya Soba: Thick, Short Buckwheat Noodles from Tokushima?
This guide classifies it as rustic, fragile buckwheat noodles with little or no binder in warm dried-fish broth. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Iya Soba: Thick, Short Buckwheat Noodles from Tokushima online?
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