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Taketomi Island Soba-dokoro Takenoko
A beloved spot for Yaeyama soba with simple, comforting flavors.
Since opening in 1975, this popular restaurant has been serving traditional Okinawan soba, including Yaeyama soba and soki soba. Loved across the Yaeyama Islands, especially on Taketomi Island, Yaeyama soba is known for its light broth made with pork bones and chicken bones. Topped with chopped pork, it offers a simple, comforting flavor that feels like an everyday taste of Taketomi Island.
The signature Yaeyama soba is available in two sizes, regular and small. Soki soba topped with juicy bone-in pork and Sanmainiku soba with beautifully balanced pork belly, skin, fat, and lean meat are also popular. The menu also includes Spam rice balls known locally as “oppo” and seasoned rice called “jushi,” so it is sure to satisfy anyone looking for a hearty meal.
In the restaurant’s somewhat nostalgic atmosphere, you can relax and enjoy simple local dishes long loved on Taketomi Island while taking in the island’s peaceful charm.
Highlights
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A popular restaurant that has been serving traditional Okinawan soba since 1975.
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In addition to its signature Yaeyama soba, Soki soba and Sanmainiku soba are also popular.
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In a somewhat nostalgic setting, you can take your time and enjoy Taketomi Island’s local cuisine, beloved by locals as well.
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The signature Yaeyama soba features a light, comforting broth
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The exterior is marked by a traditional red-tile roof
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is takeout available?
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Takeout is not available.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the restaurant?
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There is no free Wi-Fi.
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Can I reserve a seat?
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Reservations are not accepted.
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Is there a smoking area?
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There is no smoking area.
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Are there any tourist spots nearby?
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Nagomi-no-To, Nishi Pier, the traditional village streetscape, Kondoi Beach, etc.
The entire island is a sightseeing spot.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 竹富島 そば処竹乃子
- Postal Code
- 907-1101
- Address
- 101-1 Taketomi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
- Phone
- 0980-85-2251
- Closed on
- Saturdays and Sundays *Temporary closures may occur depending on island festivals and events
- Hours
- 10:30am–3:00pm (Last food order at 2:40pm)
- Price Range
- ¥1,000
- Access
- Approx. 20-minute walk from Taketomi Island Port
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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