The history of Okinawa soba is murky at best. A common story is that the dish originated when Chinese dignitaries presented it at the 49-day memorial service for the king of Ryukyu Islands, Sho ...

Though Okinawa has long been a popular destination for Japanese travelers looking for a little sun and surf, the secret, otherwise, seems to be out: In 2018, the prefecture saw 9.84 million ...

Okinawa Soki Soba. Season 1 Episode 2 | 25m 31s Video has Closed Captions | CC. See how Okinawan soba is different from Japanese soba. 05/31/2016 | Expired 05/09/2025 | Rating NR ...

Okinawa soba Courtesy Pelican/Flickr,CreativeCommons Despite the name, these thick wheat noodles have little connection to traditional Japanese soba (buckwheat noodles).

For instance, Okinawan soba is a version of traditional Japanese soba, with thick flour noodles as opposed to buckwheat noodles; Shimujo and Kenpa Soba Shop are two recommended choices in Naha.

Noodles are undoubtedly one of Japan’s national treasures — but in Okinawa, soba noodles hold a particularly special place in the hearts (and stomachs) of the island’s residents.

CAMPO GRANDE, Brazil--It all started in 1965, when a couple from Okinawa Prefecture decided to offer this Brazilian city a specialty dish from their homeland. The Okinawan “soba” noodle is now ...

Fresh Okinawa soba noodles are almost impossible to find in San Francisco, unless you know someone who can make them for you. The closest noodle factory is located in Hawaii. Imported noodles are ...