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Hatsukoma Main Store
Enjoy Morioka’s signature wanko soba in front of Morioka Hachimangu Shrine, a meal that satisfies both heart and stomach.
Established in 1960, Hatsukoma Main Store is known for serving wanko soba, a local specialty praised as proof that famous dishes really can be delicious. Located in front of Morioka Hachimangu Shrine, it is frequented not only by tourists, but also for memorial services, shrine-related celebrations and ceremonies, and business entertainment.
The signature specialty is the all-you-can-eat wanko soba experience, where you can enjoy playful banter with the servers as you eat. Among the options, the popular “All-You-Can-Eat Wanko Soba Sakura” set comes with tempura and fruit and requires advance reservation. A wide variety of condiments is available for the soba, including bonito flakes, grated yam, nameko mushrooms, and grated daikon radish. Another draw is being able to enjoy the soba with many different flavors. In addition to wanko soba, the menu also includes set meals and rice bowls centered around soba. The weekday-only lunch menu, which changes monthly, is also popular.
The restaurant features an elegant three-story exterior with a traditional Japanese feel. With 180 seats, it can also accommodate groups. It is about 9 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station, making it easy to stop by before or after sightseeing in Iwate.
Highlights
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A long-established restaurant founded in 1960 in front of Morioka Hachimangu Shrine.
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The signature specialty is “wanko soba,” enjoyed with lively banter from the servers.
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The popular “All-You-Can-Eat Wanko Soba Sakura” comes with tempura and fruit.
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Also serves set meals, rice bowls, and a weekday-only lunch menu that changes monthly.
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A three-story restaurant with 180 seats that can also accommodate groups.
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All-You-Can-Eat Wanko Soba Sakura
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Elementary school and preschool courses are also available
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An elegant three-story exterior with a traditional Japanese feel
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This three-story restaurant has 180 seats and can also accommodate groups
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do I need a reservation?
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The “All-You-Can-Eat Wanko Soba” option requires advance reservation.
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
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Morioka Hachimangu Shrine is located Approx. 1 minute away on foot.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 初駒 本店
- Postal Code
- 020-0872
- Address
- 10-21 Hachimacho, Morioka-shi, Iwate 020-0872
- Phone
- 019-651-7184
- Hours
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm (evening hours by reservation only)
- Closed on
- Thursday
- Price Range
- Lunch from 1,000 yen, dinner from 3,000 yen
- Access
- Approx. 9 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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