In the sea near Otaru in February and March, you can see a phenomenon called “Kuki”, a phenomenon in which large shoals of herring rush into shallow waters to spawn and the sea turns milky white. Otaru used to be a town that prospered with herring. In 1954, the herring disappeared from the sea of Otaru, and at that time it was called [Otaru of the declining sun]. It’s been 50 years since the herring became a phantom fish. Since 2009, suddenly a large group of herring appeared. I remember my predecessor who lived in “Otaru of the Declining Sun” shouting with joy.
We offer [Herring KUKI Soba] only in February and March.
I expressed KUKI with young cloth and tororo in a warm soba bowl. On top of that, herring is simmered for a long time so that you can’t feel the small bones, and it melts in your mouth. Enjoy the texture of eating soba and herring roe together.
Starting February 2th.
Limited time: February and March only
Nami-ko(Inported) ¥1,700 (¥1,545+税)
Jimono-ko(Hokkaido Local) ¥1,860 (¥1,690+税)
ohoro GIN （standard）
Introducing the sake recommended by the young proprietress. Last time, Osa Winery’s “Otate Wine” was very popular. I was wondering if I should go with wine again this time, and I found a really delicious drink. In Japanese culture, sake is the common style at soba restaurants. If you’re Japanese, you might think it’s unusual for a soba restaurant to serve gin. As a new attempt, I tried offering gin at a soba restaurant.
A few years ago, the owner of a nearby pub told me, “I hear that Hakkaisan is going to be making whiskey in Niseko next time.” At that time, I received a small bottle of whiskey. This is what gave me the opportunity to find out.
Hakkaisan Sake Brewery in Niigata Prefecture, famous for its sake, established a brewery in Niseko, Hokkaido in February 2019. The first whiskey will be brewed in March 2021, and gin distillation will begin in April. “ohoro GIN” was born in the midst of a new challenge in the great nature of Niseko Annupuri.
“ohoro” means “to continue” in the Ainu language of Hokkaido’s indigenous people. It is our hope that this gin, which was born in the northern land, will be loved by many people and continue into the future.
Enjoy the clean scent of the locally grown rare plant sweet gale. Balanced mint mixes with quality water. When you put it in your mouth, it has a pleasant refreshing taste that enhances the taste of the dish.
The finish is clear and smooth, yet has a strong core flavor with a light citrus scent. This is a cup that you should try not only carbonated, but also on the rocks.
Ale:47%
●Regular holiday:
We are closed every Tuesday and Wednesday.The schedule may change irregularly, such as when it falls on a public holiday, so we will notify you on this website.
Thank you for your understanding.
●New Year:
We will be closed for New Year holidays (1/1-1/4) every year.
●Staff training:
Every other year, we will visit soba restaurants in various towns for staff training.
In that case, it will be a consecutive holiday, but in that case we will inform you in advance on this website and blog.
●Maintenance and inspection work:
Our building was completed in 1986. Since more than 30 years have passed, maintenance work may suddenly enter.
In that case, we will notify you in advance on this website and blog, so please understand.
●business hours:
Business hours: Changes will occur from October 2023.
Old
Business hours: am11:00-pm15:00
Break time: pm15:00-pm17:00
Business hours: pm17:00-pm20:00 (Last Order)
new
Business hours: am11:30-pm14:30 (Last Order)
Break time: pm14:30-pm17:00
Business hours: pm17:00-pm20:00 (Last Order)
Reception will close as soon as the soba noodles are gone for both daytime and evening hours. The last order time is listed, but please note that the reception closing time may change depending on the day.
●Due to recent price hikes and staff shortages, we will be offering a limited menu. It was a difficult decision for us to make as we continue to be unable to offer our popular menu items.
Even if there are seats available, depending on the crowd, it may take quite a while to be seated.
The order of delivery may change depending on the contents of your order.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers.
We appreciate your understanding as this is to help our staff recover from fatigue and maintain their health.
As shown in the photo above, there are 7 cars across from the store.
Parking is available.
The two cars on the left can be parked in parallel. If you come with two cars, you can use them if they are vacant.
Trade name:Otaru・ Soba・Yabuhan
Corporation: Yabuhan Co., Ltd.
Year of foundation: December 20, 1954 (Showa 29) Capital: 5 million yen
1990 (2002) Capital: 10 million yen
Founders: Akira Ogawara and Toyoko
Predecessor: Tadashi Ogawara
Proprietress: Hitomi Ogawara
Chef: Makoto Higuchi
Young proprietress: Asuka Kawano
Address: 047-0032 Shizuya-dori, 2-19-14 Inaho, Otaru City
Japanese Address：〒047-0032 北海道小樽市稲穂2-19-14
JR Hakodate Main Line Otaru Station 7-minute walk
Phone: 0134-33-1212(+81-134-33-1212)
*Please note that inquiry by phone may only be available in Japanese.
Fax: 0134-31-2015(+81-134-31-2015)
Cards: credit cards/transportation/various electronic money accepted
e-Mail ：info@yabuhan.co.jp
URL ：https://yabuhan.co.jp/
Twitter ：https://twitter.com/wakajoh
Blog ：http://blog.livedoor.jp/sobaya_oyaji/
Access: 6-minute walk from JR Otaru Station, 300m, 2-minute walk from Nagasakiya Shizuya-dori Exit
Our shop faces “Shizuya-dori” on the Ipponkai side of National Route 5 in the JR Otaru Station area.
Shizuya-dori is a one-way street from Sapporo to Yoichi.
Enter Otaru City from Sapporo on Route 5 and turn right at Inaho 2-chome “Midoriyamate-dori” intersection. Go down from the national highway toward the port, turn left at the first intersection (the street between the industrial hall and Mos Burger = Shizuya street) and enter.
Our shop is on the left side (mountain side) after about 100m down Shizuya-dori.
It is a Japanese-style building marked by a willow tree.