Hokkaido report (lol) I visited the popular hand-made soba restaurant "Genba" in Obihiro, based on the YouTube video from "Bob Ore no Tokachi Meshi"! When I visited around 12:30 on a weekday, there were about 5 customers ahead of us, but we were able to be seated immediately! The restaurant had about 4 counter seats, 2 tables for 4 people each, and a raised tatami area for 5-6 people. The wooden sign for "hand-made soba" and the milling machine and noodle-making room added to the authentic atmosphere! The parking lot next to the restaurant was convenient. This time, I ordered the "Gobo Tempura Set for 1,100 yen." It seemed like the owner and his wife were managing the place. The food arrived in about 5 minutes! The hand-made soba looked incredibly delicious! The freshly fried Gobo tempura also looked tasty! First, I tried the soba on its own. It was delicious! The flavor of the soba was distinct, and the texture was excellent, making it very tasty! When dipped in the brown soba salt on the side plate, the flavor became even more pronounced and delicious! The soba dipping sauce had a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness, making it extremely tasty! The chopped green onions and wasabi were perfect for changing the taste! The Hokkaido Gobo was incredibly fresh and sweet, pairing perfectly with the soba salt. I couldn't help but slurp up the soba quickly! You can also order a large portion for an additional 200 yen! I forgot to do so this time, but I definitely want to try the large portion next time because the hand-made soba was so delicious! I finished off the meal with the cloudy soba broth and thoroughly enjoyed every last bit! I quickly devoured the delicious hand-made soba! I highly recommend this place for delicious hand-made soba! It was a delicious meal. Thank you very much.

I visited my favorite soba restaurant for lunch. I ordered both large portions of tempura burdock and tempura chicken on rice. It arrived in about 10 minutes. The cold soba was delicious with a good texture and flavor. The tempura was hot and crispy, and tasted great with salt. The dipping sauce was light and slightly salty, but not too strong. The warm soba with chicken and burdock in it had a tasty broth. The flavor was mild but still good. The noodles were thin and slightly soft. Maybe I should have not ordered the large portion for the warm soba. The service was good, and overall it's a restaurant I like.

Sakura shrimp and burdock tempura soba (1200 yen) with thin, chewy noodles. The tempura may be slightly over-fried, but it is full of the fragrance of sakura shrimp. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, with a welcoming couple running the place. Despite the initial intimidating appearance, there is a spacious parking lot available. Once inside, it is surprisingly normal in a good way. The gentle wife and lively husband make it a wonderful place to dine.

On the 4th day of the GW trip, we arrived in Obihiro and, of course, went on a tour of soba restaurants. One of the places we visited was a soba restaurant called "Genha," which means clover. The small restaurant had a relatively young owner who was preparing the soba. If there were no changes, they use the locally produced "Kaiki Soba" by Oishi Farm (see below for more information). Soba Review: - Mori (Soba noodles served on a plate) for 700 yen: These are blackish, medium-thin country-style soba noodles. They have a pleasant elasticity but a slightly chewy texture. The soba noodles are placed directly on the plate without dripping water, indicating they are drained properly. The flavor is subtle but has a lingering sweetness in the aftertaste. The dipping sauce has a clean dashi flavor with a rich umami taste and a refreshing medium-thick consistency. It is served with Kaiware radish sprouts as a topping, which is unusual but many people like it and it surprisingly complements the soba well. The wasabi is also of good quality. The soba broth is a cloudy hot water from the kettle. I would like to revisit this place during the peak season of soba and experience the essence of soba, including Kaiki Soba. About Tencho Kaiki Soba®: Tencho Kaiki Soba® is made from soba flour that is rich in flavor and easy to work with, thanks to the nourishing sea mist that descends upon it. Oishi Farm in Oki, Tokachi, is close to the Pacific Ocean, where the sea mist, rich in minerals, descends onto the fields in the morning. Taking advantage of this natural blessing, we practice farming methods that do not rely heavily on fertilizers and instead harness the power of nature. (From the Oishi Farm website)

When I visited for the first time, I tried the Gobo Tempura Soba (900 yen) and it was delicious, so I went back right away to try the Morisoba (700 yen). The Gobo tempura had a surprising texture, very fresh and crunchy, maybe because of the high water content. It was really tasty. The Inari sushi (50 yen) as a side dish also seemed freshly made, as the rice inside was still warm when served. I am happy to have found a restaurant that makes me want to try other menu items.

On December 4, 2021, what I can do now is to at least support restaurants by being careful enough. Let's all work together and come with the feeling of "Let's go for it!" Today is a bit chilly, so I decided to visit my favorite soba restaurant for some warm soba. I went to "Teuchi Soba Genba" in Obihiro. It is located along the main street, next to Marimo Koji and Tonkatsu Gaotei. The exterior is a one-story building with a charming white wall. Inside, it is cozy with 4 counter seats, 2 tables for 4, and 1 table for 4 in a raised area. It was 11:30 AM. I ordered the parent and child set for 850 yen, extra noodles for 200 yen (tax included), and a small tempura rice bowl for 400 yen (tax included). I also got an inari sushi for 50 yen, making a total of exactly 1,500 yen. The young owner's carefully made soba is stone-ground and hand-cut with 100% buckwheat, resulting in thin noodles with a great texture. The warm soba broth is delicious with a strong bonito flavor. Why are soba restaurants' tempura so tasty? The inari sushi is also delicious with a flavorful broth. Next time, I'll come back to try the conger eel. Thank you for the meal. Teuchi Soba Genba is open from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM (last order at 2:30 PM) and from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM (last order at 9:30 PM). Closed on Wednesdays.

It's been a while since my last visit. There is a parking lot on the north side of the store. The interior has a counter with 4 seats, 2 tables for 4 people, and a raised seating area for 4 people. I ordered the Tanuki soba for 750 yen. The soba noodles are thin and black, handcrafted, easy to eat, and delicious with a nice aroma. I wasn't very interested in this soba when I came before, but this time I was impressed. I will definitely visit again soon.

On 20.03.21, what I can do now is to support at least food and beverage establishments while being cautious enough. Let's all do our best together✨ Today, after eating curry and feeling cold due to the unseasonal heavy snow (irrelevant (lol)), I went to a soba shop for the first time in a while (^-^)/ "Teuchi Soba Genba" (Kuroba) in Obihiro. It is located along the main street, next to Marimo Koji and Tonkatsu Wareitei. The exterior is a charming white one-story building. Inside, it is cozy with 4 counter seats, 2 tables for 4 people, and 1 raised table for 4 people. It was 13:20. ★Tsuke Buta Gobo for 950 yen (tax included). ★Inari for 50 yen (tax included), I ordered more because it was so good✨ It arrived in about 12 minutes. The young owner's carefully made soba is 100% buckwheat, hand-cut and thin. The draining is done well, making it easy to eat and delicious✨ The Buta Gobo soup has a strong burdock flavor, with a kick of black pepper that is tasty✨ Next time, I will come back to try the sakura shrimp⤴️ Thank you for the meal m(__)m Teuchi Soba Genba (Kuroba) ☆Business hours 12:00-15:00 (LO.14:30) 18:00-22:00 (LO.21:30) ☆Closed on Wednesdays

【Handmade Soba Genba】Visited around 7:00 PM on December 14, 2020 in Obihiro. I had tried to visit the restaurant a few times before, but due to the impact of the coronavirus, it was closed. Finally, I managed to enter the restaurant! The interior had about 4 counter seats, 2 tables for 4 people each, and 1 tatami area for 4 people. There were about 5 customers in total. I ordered the warm soba dish with burdock tempura for ¥900. It arrived in about 10 minutes. The visual presentation was simple and beautiful, with just soba and broth. The burdock tempura seemed to be lightly fried with a thin coating. First, I tried the broth. Delicious! Not too salty, with a strong bonito flavor. The broth was light yet had a rich taste of seasoning like soy sauce. As for the soba, it didn't have a strong firmness, but you could still feel the aroma and presence of the soba. The smooth texture was very good. This soba is really delicious! So far, it's my favorite in Obihiro! The burdock tempura was covered with a thin coating, maintaining the texture and strong aroma of burdock, making it very tasty. It really goes well with soba. Salt was also provided, and it was delicious as well. The salt had a crispy flavor added to it, making it a great complement to any tempura. It's so delicious! I will definitely go back again!!!

From Sapporo under the clear blue sky, I rode east on National Route 274. The colors of the mountains have become vivid as I approach the autumn leaves of Yubari City's Momijiyama. As I started to climb the Jukai Road... the road was wet. The weather forecast showed 0% chance of rain, but being in the mountains of Hokkaido in October, it was cold. I decided to stop my bike on a side road, put on my rain gear, and head towards Obihiro. Of course, as I ascended the Nisshou Pass, it started drizzling from the 6th station... 6 degrees. I checked in, quickly went to the large communal bath... ahh... refreshing. I tucked the GoTo coupon I received at the front desk into my wallet, and set off. I walked briskly... oh. I walked briskly... oh... In these times, many places have changed their business hours, so it seems phone confirmation is a wise strategy. Being a bit far from Obihiro Station, I was afraid of being turned away, so after a pleasant phone confirmation, I enthusiastically walked and arrived at a nostalgic soba restaurant... I like the atmosphere here. I informed them I was dining alone and took a seat at the counter. The other customers seemed like regulars... sorry to intrude. I had worked up a sweat from walking inside with a mask, so I quickly ordered a Sapporo Classic and took a sip... delicious. Now, let's eat. - Burdock tempura: Crispy thick burdock tempura with a delightful aroma, excellent value for 300 yen. - Tamagoyaki: Plain and delicious, with a soft texture and a gentle taste that is not overwhelming, satisfying. - Mori Soba: Cold black thin soba noodles with a refreshing taste, served with a flavorful broth and topped with daikon radish sprouts that complement the dish well. The cozy restaurant caters to a wide range of customers, from those who enjoy drinking sake to those who appreciate soba as a meal. After settling the bill, the owner came out to greet me... thank you for the wonderful meal. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant for lunch on Saturday. They have seats with children's chairs in the tatami room, so it's safe to bring kids. I had a small tempura rice bowl, burdock tempura soba, and chicken and burdock with dipping sauce. The small tempura rice bowl had a half-cooked egg tempura on top, which was really nice. The soba noodles were delicious too, and I would love to visit this restaurant again. Thank you for the meal!! I will definitely come back!!

The parking lot is spacious. The shop has an old-fashioned feel. Upon entering, there is a counter and tables, and I chose to sit at a table. The order was taken promptly, and soon the soba was served. The soba noodles were thicker than I prefer, but I like the dark color. The thicker noodles have a firm texture. The dipping sauce was light but not too salty. Salt was provided for the tempura, which was not very crispy. The soba broth was pale in color and lacked a strong soba flavor, seeming like a regular broth.

The atmosphere is warm and cozy, like being at home. The restaurant is run by a young couple and it was full before noon. It was worth waiting for the opening! I couldn't decide between the burdock tempura or the chicken, but I chose the chicken. The firm soba noodles with warm broth were excellent. I also want to try the crispy burdock tempura. A request would be to have shichimi (seven spice) available, it would be even more appreciated!

- Basic Information - Area: Hokkaido > Obihiro/Tokachi - Genre: Soba (Buckwheat noodles) - Tabelog Rating (as of 2019/10/04): 3.50/26 reviews [Ranked 9th out of 106 restaurants] - Details - A soba restaurant located in Obihiro City, Hokkaido. - The nearest station is Obihiro Station on the JR Nemuro Main Line. - It is written as "Genba" but pronounced as "Kuroba." - Tokachi is known for its Shin-toku soba and is one of Japan's leading soba production areas. - Due to the disruption of transportation networks in the eastern Hokkaido region caused by a low-pressure system, plans were disrupted, and I ended up in Obihiro unexpectedly. - With nowhere else to go, I decided to stop by this soba restaurant for a meal. - Visit Details - Date and Time: Weekday around 8:00 PM - Reservation: Not required - Crowdedness: 1 group of 4 customers before me (no waiting time) - Review by Nishijima Hyogo - Food/Taste: 3.4/ Black-colored soba noodles take the spotlight - Service: 3.0/ Kind and prompt service - Atmosphere: 3.0/ Just right for a casual meal - Cost Performance: 3.0/ Prices are standard - Overall: 3.3/ A bit far from the station, but worth the walk (3.225) - Recommended Dish: Mori (700 yen) - Detailed Food Review [August 2019] - Appetizer/Plate of pickles (500 yen) - Chicken skewers (350 yen) - Tamagoyaki (400 yen) - Mori (700 yen) - Bottled Beer/Sapporo Classic (550 yen) - Sake/Manotsuru (Sado City, Niigata/Manotsuru Brewery, 650 yen) - Chicken skewers have a satisfying chewiness and a rich umami flavor. - The broth from the chicken has a delicious umami and oiliness. - The tamagoyaki is surprisingly large for its price of 400 yen. - The seasoning is slightly sweet, and dipping it in soy sauce enhances the flavor. - The plate of pickles as an appetizer was unnecessary. - The main soba noodles are dark with a strong aroma and flavor, appealing to those who enjoy countryside soba. - The thickness is standard, but a slightly thicker noodle might suit the character better. - The broth may lack a bit of umami, but the distinct flavor of the soba itself is clear. - It's clear that the soba noodles are the star of the dish. - Despite being located a bit off the beaten path from Obihiro's downtown area and a 10-minute walk from the station, it's worth extending your journey if you want to enjoy soba noodles. - Just like not being able to dock at Yoron Island and having to skip returning to port, unexpected discoveries like this restaurant often occur when plans don't go as expected during travels. - Well, each time there is an unexpected discovery like this, it seems that nothing in life is truly wasted. Ahahahaha!

20th stop of my Sapporo, Asahikawa, Obihiro bar-hopping journey in June 2019. Today, I'm just heading back to Tokyo from Obihiro. I love old alleys that have been around for a long time, so I've been taking photos while exploring here ^-^ The place is called Genba, which is pronounced as "Clover." As the opening time approached, I entered and found counter seats on the left and raised tatami floor seating on the right. I sat at the counter and checked the menu. Thinking it's just the right season, I ordered the Tsuke Tori Gobo (850 yen) with Inari (1 piece for 50 yen). The owner's wife swiftly prepared the dishes, and they arrived in about 6-7 minutes. Let's dig in! The soba is made from 100% buckwheat, so the flavor is outstanding for this time of year. The dipping sauce with chicken and burdock is also delicious, with a strong burdock flavor and enhanced umami from the chicken fat. The Inari was light and tasty, I should have ordered one more! As I continued eating, I noticed that the soba started to dry out a bit due to it being 100% buckwheat, so it's best to enjoy it quickly. After finishing the soba, I took a breather with soba-yu. The owner was busy making soba until the last minute, as more customers started coming in. The place was almost full by the time I left, so it seems to be quite popular. If I could go back, I'd like to try the Gobo Tempura Soba.

This is Obihiro. I had a day trip to Obihiro, staying for about 5 hours including work. I finished work as quickly as possible to make some time. Finally done with work, I head back. But before that, I need to fuel up. I decided to try a restaurant that caught my eye from outside. Inside, it had a proper interior despite looking a bit rundown from the outside. It was full, so I had to wait a bit and was seated at a 4-person table in the back. After looking at the menu for a while, I noticed everyone ordering the burdock tempura, so I decided to try that too. The burdock tempura set was 900 yen. The soba was fragrant and delicious, and the burdock tempura was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, almost like potatoes. I can see why it's popular. The mother's service was brisk and pleasant. I would definitely want to come back to this soba restaurant. Thank you for the meal.

Gobo Tempura Soba for 800 yen with 1 piece of Inari for 50 yen. It's a hand-made soba shop. I visited for lunch as I had some errands nearby. The warm soba broth had a delicious flavor, and the subtle scent of hand-made soba matched perfectly. The Gobo tempura had a great texture and was very tasty. It was even better when dipped in rock salt.

They had raised their prices, so here is the new menu with updated prices.

It's been a while since my last visit. As usual, I started with cold soba noodles first, followed by hot soba noodles. I ordered Mori Soba, but was surprised when it arrived. Huh? Were the noodles always this thin? The texture was a bit off... Next, I tried the tempura burdock soba. Hmm... the noodles were also thin. Sorry, but it's just not my preference. I think the broth is tasty, but I personally don't like the noodles.

Gobo tempura rice bowl. I thought it was a local place, but it's actually a black bowl. The noodles are thin but chewy. The gobo tempura is seasoned with salt. I wonder how they make it so tender. The garnish is not green onions, but daikon radish sprouts. It's easy to eat, even without breakfast. The service at the restaurant is also good.

Behind the station in Obihiro City, Hokkaido? About a 10-minute walk from the south exit. I wanted to try the delicious soba from Tokachi, which is also known for its soba production, so I had two options near the station, but I chose this one, more out of curiosity than anything else. I visited during lunchtime on the weekend, and although it was empty when I entered, it quickly filled up. Surprising! It seems to be quite popular. Perhaps everyone is a tourist, as their attire doesn't look like typical Hokkaido residents... At first, I imagined this old soba shop being run by an elderly couple who had been doing it for years, but the interior was surprisingly clean and neat, and a young couple were managing it. Now, onto the order. After much deliberation, I decided to go with the recommended menu item, the Tempura Soba with fresh sakura shrimp and burdock for 1,000 yen. The young lady promptly set up the tray in front of me, while the husband was busy cooking in the kitchen. Both of them were wearing matching navy blue T-shirts under their aprons, giving off a fresh vibe. The soba arrived first, and it was served with tempura on a separate plate. The tempura's appearance was a bit disappointing. The burdock was thinly sliced and fried to a dark brown color, looking like thin cylindrical discs. The soba, on the other hand, was thin but had a firm texture, reminiscent of Hokkaido-style soba. The dipping sauce had a slight spiciness, more similar to Kanto-style than Hokkaido-style. It had a strong soba flavor, which I quite enjoyed, but it might not be to everyone's taste, especially those from Tokyo. The soba was not too long, making it easy to eat. Now, onto the tempura. Unfortunately, the tempura was overcooked and too hard, not bringing out the flavors of the burdock and sakura shrimp. The tempura in a regular burdock soba dish was thick and cut vertically into quarters, giving a nice balance of crispy and tender textures. The lady skillfully plated the tempura, showcasing a good amount of it. While the tempura was a letdown, the burdock tempura dish at a similar price point seemed more appealing. I prefer cold soba, but maybe warm soba is more suitable for this place. Overall, the restaurant is trying its best, but I hope they reconsider the tempura. Next time, I'll probably try the warm burdock tempura. As a soba place in Obihiro, it has a good vibe. By the way, it seems like a nice place to have a drink at night too. They may not have a strong alcohol image, but with this young couple, I think they could attract a decent crowd. What do you think? Sorry for my presumptuous comments. I need to reflect a bit. Anyway, thanks for the meal. Keep up the good work!