Handmade Soba Making & Fresh Wasabi Lunch

5.0 (10 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

An immersive experience into Japanese cuisine!

Buckwheat has long been grown in Matsumoto, lending to its well-established tradition of Soba noodle making. This part of the country is famed as the destination for getting the best serving of Soba and so happens to be the locally Matsumoto City as well. But that's not all with the discovery of fresh authentic Wasabi of the region that awaits you!

Learn a traditional Japanese culinary art from a master

As our Soba master says, “Nothing tastes better than soba noodles made with your very own hands.” While Soba is a simple dish by itself, making the noodles from scratch is a challenge that combines culinary art with precision knife handling and a dash of Japanese discipline.

Discover all the secrets of real Wasabi

The real taste of Wasabi is not what you find in plastic tubes. Yes, the flavor of real Wasabi is just as spicy, but much fresher and more nuanced than the store-bought kind!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Welcome Matsumoto

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Wasabi Grating & Tasting Experience
Included: Soba Noodle Making with a Soba Master
Included: English Speaking Guide
Included: Handmade Soba lunch with one extra dish included

Not included

Not included: Miscellaneous fees during the activity (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Not included: Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc.)
Not included: Additional meals or drinks not specified above

Itinerary

The activity is divided into two stages: 1- Soba Noodle Making For a moment, you will step into the shoes of an apprentice Soba chef under the watchful eye of an experienced Soba master as he guides you through all the basic steps and the proper use of authentic Soba-making tools. It is 100% hands-on from start to finish, including getting to eat our own Soba noodle creation at the end! 2- Wasabi Experience Grate over Soba and try for yourself some real, fresh wasabi straight from the surrounding wasabi farms. If you've never had natural fresh-ground wasabi before, you’re in for a surprisingly refreshing treat!

Stop 1

Fresh Real Wasabi · Handmade Soba Noodle · One extra: Japanese Tempura, Fried Chicken or other options available

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Outside the paid admission area of Matsumoto Castle: Your guide will be waiting just outside the main gate of Matsumoto Castle (just in front of the ticket gate and entrance to the paid admission area.)

End point

Outside the paid admission area of Matsumoto Castle: Your guide will be waiting just outside the main gate of Matsumoto Castle (just in front of the ticket gate and entrance to the paid admission area.)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request
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
There is no minimum age requirements
Children less than 6 years old can participate for free (Please note that the lunch is still extra)