Hitachi Aki Soba

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  • Autumn

Considered the "gold standard" of buckwheat noodles in Japan, this local specialty is famed for its rich aroma and deep sweetness. The buckwheat is grown in the clean air and pure water of the northern hills. Eating these freshly made noodles "new" in the autumn is a gourmet experience that foodies from across the country travel for—a true taste of the region's agricultural pride.

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【絶景茨城】常陸秋そば ［4K］茨城県常陸太田市 | VISIT IBARAKI,JAPAN

【絶景茨城】常陸秋そば ［4K］茨城県常陸太田市 | VISIT IBARAKI,JAPAN

Ibaraki Prefecture

Hitachi Aki Soba

Address
949-9 Yamashita-cho, Hitachiota City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Website
https://www.kanko-hitachiota.com/
Operator
Hitachiota City Tourism & Local Products Association

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