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Traditional Handmade Soba
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Tokyo, Japan

Tamawarai

CuisineSoba
Executive ChefUrukawa Masahiro
Price¥¥¥
Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseQuiet
CapacityIntimate
Opinionated About Dining
Michelin
Tabelog

Tamawarai: Traditional handmade soba in Jingumae, with Michelin Plate recognition and dishes such as Arabiki Seiro, Atsumori Seiro, Natto Soba and Tofu Soba.

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Address
5 Chome-23-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Phone
+81 3-5485-0025
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Tamawarai restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
About

Arabiki Seiro and Natto Soba

Traditional handmade soba defines Tamawarai, whose kitchen serves Arabiki Seiro, Atsumori Seiro, Natto Soba and Tofu Soba. That focus suits diners choosing the meal around soba.

Michelin Plate and OAD No. 15

Michelin Plate recognition runs from 2024 through 2026, while Opinionated About Dining placed it at No. 45 in 2023, No. 28 in 2024 and No. 15 in 2025 among casual restaurants in Japan.

5 Chome-23-3 Jingumae

5 Chome-23-3 Jingumae anchors the plan in Shibuya, with lunch and dinner service, smart casual dress and a quiet, leisurely format. Sake and local sourcing fit a slower soba-focused booking.

Signature Dishes
Arabiki SeiroAtsumori SeiroNatto SobaTofu Soba

Cuisine-First Comparison

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The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  2. Opinionated About Dining Casual in Japan Ranked #111

    Opinionated About Dining

  3. Tabelog Bronze #452

    Tabelog

  4. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  5. Opinionated About Dining Casual in Japan Ranked #15

    Opinionated About Dining

  6. Tabelog 100 #39 · No. 39

    Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Soba - EAST - 2025

  7. Tabelog Bronze

    Tabelog

  8. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  9. Opinionated About Dining Casual in Japan Ranked #28

    Opinionated About Dining

  10. Opinionated About Dining Casual in Japan Ranked #45

    Opinionated About Dining

At a Glance
Vibe
  • Minimalist
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Intimate
  • Classic
Best For
  • Solo
  • Special Occasion
Drink Program
  • Sake Program
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelQuiet
CapacityIntimate
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–8 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Dimly lit minimalist interior with traditional Japanese decor creating a quiet, relaxed, and austere atmosphere focused on the soba experience.