Matsumoto Castle Tour & Soba Noodle Experience

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100% hands-on from start to finish, experience a uniquely authentic Japanese Cuisine for yourself!

Matsumoto is famous for the quality of its Soba (buckwheat flour noodles) and its historic feudal castle!

First take a tour of Matsumoto Castle designated a “National Treasure” of Japan due to its well-preserved original structure.

Then sample this traditional Japanese dish and even have a go at preparing it yourself!

The soba-making workshop is an opportunity to get more than just the literal bite of this tradition. Step into the shoes of an apprentice and learn from an experienced soba master!

Discover all the basics and learn how to use authentic soba-making tools. The activity is divided into two stages and it’s completely hands-on from start to finish. The best part is you get to eat your own noodles at the end!

This is an exciting and enriching experience you can share with family and friends, and an unforgettable way to discover a unique aspect of Japanese cuisine!

Thông tin khác

Public transportation options are available nearby

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Bao gồm

Entry/Admission – Matsumoto Castle

Soba Noodle Tasting + 1 Extra

Soba Noodle Making with the Soba Master

Side Dish (Oyaki, snacks etc.) and Drinks

Miscellaneous fees during the activity (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)

Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)

What To Expect

After touring the castle (Around 1 hour), the activity is divided into two stages: Preparing and cutting the Soba (Around 1 hour) : Begins with a short video introduction presenting the Soba and explaining the different steps involved in making it, from preparation of the dough to cutting the noodles, you will quickly start making this traditional Japanese dish. Under the watchful eye of a Soba Master, get step-by-step guidence in all of the stages required in making these noodles. Soba tasting (Around 1 hour) : Once the noodles have been cut, proceed to the restaurant where the Soba Master will cook the Soba that you have made yourself. Now you’re ready to taste your creation. Enjoy the Soba in its different forms – hot or chilled, even with Tempura (fried vegetables) and other side dishs! The activity takes place in group of two people. A minimum of 500 grams is required to prepare soba therefore, the soba-making experience includes a shared serving suitable for 2 or 3 people. (1 bucket = 2 people).

Sample Menu

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Soba Noodle

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Castle Tour & Soba Making

Đánh giá

4.63

16 đánh giá

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Great Fun and Educational
Jennifer T,
31 thg 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our guide is very likable and a life-long resident, except for six years in Toyko to go to university. The tour of the castle was very interesting and educational, and the wine-making class was just plain fun. We then ate our noodles in the small restaurant below the room where we made them. All a fun, intimate experience.
Basic cooking exercise decent tour of casle.
ZACH R,
25 thg 11, 2023
- Viator
3.00
Kai wasn't enthusiastic guide but his English was a bit limited and he was a bit hard to understand, not his problem but ours as we are Americans in Japan. He did his best to point out interesting features of the castle. The soba noodle portion of the tour was okay. The MasterChef had little interaction with us even though he spoke decent English but we interacted very little with him . His American assistant was very kind and helpful. Although we made our noodles and the result that we ate in the downstairs restaurant was delicious there were numerous charges for add-ons if you wanted more than your basic noodle dish and there was little explanation of the significance or history of what we were eating. Not the best value for the money.
Two events in one Tour
PHILIP O,
7 thg 10, 2023
- Viator
5.00
This was a great tour mixing history with a fun lesson in soba preparation. We arrived early and were able to get into the castle quickly. The building is impresssive from the outside but it was great to be able to go inside to see the layout and some articles of history. The stairs were very steep so not suitable for all. Lovely area around with a river running by. We then walked for a short while and went upstairs in a restaurant. We were each given a place on the table and the elements needed to make the soba. There was a lot of kneeling of the raw material and then had to cut into tiny strips. The owner helped where needed. We all managed to produce reasonable soba which they then took away. We were then able to eat it in the restaurant downstairs. Little taste but we were all proud to produce a good quality dish. Thanks to Sylvyne for looking after us and giving us an excellent tour.
Had a great time despite...
HuiYong T,
22 thg 6, 2023
- Viator
5.00
Had a great time despite the weepy weather. Our guides Kentaro and Carol were helpful and great company. The experience was the highlight of our stay at Matsumoto