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    The noodles were on the firmer side with a bit of chew. The dipping sauce was decent and not too salty.

    You can watch the noodle-making process on site, and there are buckwheat souvenirs to buy. A good spot for first-time visitors, older family members, or tour groups.

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    A very local, down-to-earth tourist workshop. They specialize in Echizen soba, and you can find everything from production displays to shopping and samples.

    As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by the aroma of buckwheat. It feels pretty soothing.

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    They specialize in handmade soba with a clean, light flavor. The buckwheat aroma really stands out, and the noodles have a firm texture without being mushy. The dipping sauce isn't overly salty either.

    It doesn't try to be fancy, but you can tell they take soba seriously. If you're in the mood for a simple bowl of soba that goes down easy, this place probably won't disappoint.

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