Tokuzenin Soba Gokui is a soba restaurant attached to the temple lodging "Gokui," which boasts a history dating back over 500 years. The owner, who is also a Shinto priest, uses carefully selected buckwheat flour and traditional hand-slices the noodles, pursuing a smooth texture and pleasant bite.

The restaurant's interior is a relaxing space with a traditional Japanese atmosphere.

[Trivia]
Togakushi soba is a religious food that has been used since the Muromachi period. It developed as a vegetarian dish to entertain worshippers, and the soba noodles at Gokui incorporate techniques reminiscent of Zen training.

[Useful Information]
Tokuzenin Soba Gokui prioritizes reservations. Reservations must be made by phone by 10:00 AM the day before.
As this soba restaurant is attached to the temple lodging "Gokui," priority is given to overnight reservations, so opening hours may be later or the restaurant may have shorter business and reception hours.