Sobadokoro Hayashiya
そば処 林屋
A handmade soba noodle restaurant founded in 1955, located near the Two Shrines and One Temple in Nikko Sannai. Nikko is known for its soba culture thanks to the region's cool climate and clean water, and this long-established restaurant is popular for its handmade noodles.
Handmade soba supported by 70 years of tradition
Since its founding in 1955, the restaurant has continued to make its soba noodles by hand, day after day. Nikko's cool climate and abundant clean water have long made the area suitable for growing quality buckwheat, and the restaurant makes the most of these natural blessings.
A convenient stop for a meal during sightseeing
Located within walking distance of Toshogu Shrine and the other shrines and temples, the restaurant is a convenient stop for lunch during a Nikko Sannai sightseeing walk. Sitting down to a bowl of warm soba after walking around the shrines and temples is one of the pleasures of visiting Nikko.
A relaxed, traditional Japanese atmosphere
Inside, the restaurant retains a calm, traditional Japanese ambiance, offering a place to rest one's legs while enjoying a meal. During peak tourist season, some waiting time should be expected around lunch.
Seasonal Highlights
🌸 Spring (Mar-May)
Cold soba is enjoyable as the weather warms.
🌿 Summer (Jun-Aug)
Chilled soba noodles are especially popular in the summer heat.
🍁 Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Freshly milled new buckwheat can sometimes be enjoyed in the new-soba season.
❄️ Winter (Dec-Feb)
Warm soba in a hot broth is comforting on a cold day.
Visit Tips
- Suggested duration
- About 40-50 minutes
- Crowd levels
- Lunchtime during peak tourist season tends to be crowded
- Best time to visit
- A slightly later or earlier lunch avoids the busiest times
| Address | Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi |
|---|---|
| Hours | 11:00-15:00 (may vary seasonally; inquire directly for exact hours) |
| Admission | Soba dishes from around ¥900 (meal cost only) |
| Official Website | Visit official website |
Access
- 15 min walk from Tobu-Nikko Station (Or by Tobu Bus to "Shinkyo" or "Sogo-Kaikan-mae," then a short walk)