Visit Matsumoto

When looking for a soba restaurant, the most reliable source of information is, without a doubt, the opinions of local residents.Home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle and blessed with pristine spring water, Matsumoto City is one of the premier soba destinations in the prefecture. Based on the results of a survey of Matsumoto residents, we have carefully selected 12 “truly recommended soba restaurants” that have long been loved by the locals—ranging from time-honored establishments and hidden gems to restaurants specializing in 100% buckwheat soba. Along with authentic reviews from residents, we introduce the charms of Matsumoto’s soba restaurants.

*This article features restaurants selected based on the results of the “Matsumoto City Soba Survey” (1,139 responses) conducted by Matsumoto City in August 2025. (Listed in no particular order)