I want to eat tempura! My friend was making a fuss about it, so I was dragged to this restaurant. I'm not a fan of tempura, so I ignored it, but I ended up here. I've been here a few times in the past with elderly people, but it's not my favorite place. This time was no different, just going along with it. - Kashiwa soba 850 yen - Joten don set 1480 yen I feel like the quality of the soba has improved since last time (*･ω･) The amount of chicken and green onions seems to have increased... maybe it's just my imagination or just for today, but I like the taste better than before. You order using a touch panel, the food is served to you, and you pay at the self-checkout. This soba restaurant is at the forefront of technology w(゜o゜)w They offer a variety of cashless payment options, which is convenient. I used to avoid this place, but I think I'll be coming here more often now. Thank you for the meal!

I came to AEON Tomakomai for an event, so I will also have a meal here. I ordered the "Ikkyu set meal (with less rice)" for 1,120 yen, along with a cold buckwheat tea for 200 yen and an iced coffee for 250 yen. The seating is mostly in box seats, so I don't mind the neighboring tables. I ordered through a touch panel, but there is also a paper menu which makes it easy to choose. I am familiar with Ikkyu as they also have a branch in Chitose, where I always order the Ikkyu set meal. It's nice to see they have it here too. I prefer the plate version over the bowl version, so I chose the smaller rice portion. Although the tendon set is slightly cheaper, I prefer the plate presentation. The tendon sauce is carefully prepared with a mix of salt and soy sauce, and it goes well with the shrimp, squid, pumpkin, and other ingredients. It has a nice balance of sweetness. They also have a variety of petit desserts which are popular among customers. Although the serving robot did not come to my table, it is still a modern and self-service system with self-checkout and self-service for water and tea. The soba broth was already prepared in a pot on the table. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

I went to a restaurant called "One Kyu Soba" that I had never been to before at the Aeon Mall. My husband loves soba, so we have used this restaurant many times before. Despite being a soba restaurant, it is always crowded because it is located in Aeon. This time, we went at a half-past four, which was a somewhat odd time, so we were able to get in without waiting in line. We ordered using a touch panel, and the dishes were brought to us by a serving robot, which was quite high-tech. There were children's books placed on the wall (it was "Miffy"), maybe for families with children. Soba broth was available in a pot on the table. When ordering through the touch panel, you can also choose the amount of rice and soba. I was surprised by the variety of options available, such as tonkatsu set meals and oyakodon. I ordered the Chicken Shinjo and Ginger Soba with a Small Tempura Donburi set for 1000 yen. It was a perfect set for a thousand yen. I love Chicken Shinjo, ginger, and tempura, so it was a great choice! My two companions ordered the usual kashiwa soba. The soba had carrots, burdock, leeks, and shiitake mushrooms, making it colorful with vegetables. The ginger was quite strong, and I gradually dissolved it in the broth while eating. The ginger soba was also very warming and delicious. The Chicken Shinjo was fluffy and had other pieces of chicken in it as well. The Small Tempura Donburi came with two types of sauce, regular and salt, and you could choose your favorite. I was curious about the salt sauce, so I shook it well before pouring it on. It is made with 41 ingredients. It was fresh and tasty. The tempura was crispy, and it had green beans, pumpkin, and shrimp as toppings. For 1000 yen, it was worth it. Thank you for the meal!

The regular event "Hokkaido 2021 New Soba Tasting Tour" is currently taking place. Every two weeks, different regions in Hokkaido will be visited to try new soba noodles. One Kyu Soba is a soba chain based in Tomakomai, Hokkaido. They have their own noodle-making factory and their soba noodles are considered authentic, with their Ten-Wari Soba at affiliated restaurant "Soba Hana" being particularly popular. The noodles are aged in jars in the basement for added flavor. The chain is known for its approachable dining experience and the soba noodles are quite satisfying, with a rich umami flavor. The "Cold and Warm Tempura Set" for 1,000 yen is a great option for a satisfying meal. The surprise appearance of the serving robot "Servi" is also noteworthy!

I tried the cold soba noodles on my first visit, and what was impressive was the introduction of a contactless serving robot called "Servi" for enhanced COVID-19 measures! I visited with two friends, and when Servi appeared to serve their dishes, we were all excited to capture it on video. However, when it was my turn, a staff member brought my dish instead. Well, maybe that's just my luck!笑

This is a review of a soba restaurant located on the first floor of Aeon Mall Tomakomai. I entered around 5:10 PM on Sunday, and there were a few other customers already there. I was happy to see that they offered soba broth. I ordered the Toriten Donburi set (tax included 1090 yen). The food arrived in about 5 minutes. I paid with my WAON card. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

There is a restaurant called "Ikkyu" in Aeon❣️ Of course, when it comes to Ikkyu in Tomakomai, it's a soba restaurant. I came to look for a work jacket and took a break at Ikkyu. I had tempura soba with shrimp, okra, squid, and pumpkin. Now, for the actual review! - The soba is a little dry. - It feels like it's been a few minutes since it was rinsed in water. - That's why the soba is sticking together. - The lady serving was very polite! - Maybe because they are evaluated through surveys? - The tempura was delicious! The beef impact was missing this time. (/ _ ; )

The Onekyu Soba Group is constantly coming up with fun ideas to make the most of the strengths of chain stores. Their annual event "Tasting Journey of Japan's Three Great Soba" has begun, featuring soba from Echizen (Fukui prefecture), Omi (Shiga prefecture), and Hitachi (Ibaraki prefecture). The Omi soba is slightly dark with a chewy texture and a hint of sweetness. It can be easily slurped and enjoyed with a rich broth that leaves a refreshing aftertaste. I am looking forward to trying the Hitachi soba next time, as it is also a famous variety. Additionally, I noticed a young, energetic, and cheerful staff member at the Aeon Mall store, whose presence alone made a significant difference in the overall atmosphere.

In the evening, I head to Tomakomai for work. I started my activities in the late morning, so my work continued until after 8 pm. I got hungry on the way, so I forgot to explore inside the Aeon shopping mall. I ended up at "Manten Shokudo Ikkyu Soba," a place I had visited a few times in the past along Route 36. I was seated at a 4-person table and ordered the "Mori Soba for 510 yen (excluding tax)" using a tablet device. The soba arrived in 8 minutes, and it was delicious, with a good texture from machine-made noodles. The broth was not exceptional but had a decent flavor like store-bought ones. Soba-yu (soba dipping sauce) was provided in a pot on the table, although it could have been a bit warmer. I quickly finished my meal and headed back to work. Thank you for the meal.

After 3 pm, I was worried about where to eat as lunch service had ended. Then I noticed the Aeon in Tomakomai and decided to stop by for a light meal. I quickly entered Hitosoba, where you can help yourself to water and tea, and order using a touch panel. After some hesitation, I chose the Kashiwa Soba for 800 yen. The color was rich and the aroma was delightful! I was happy that I could add as much green onion as I wanted. They also offer sets with rice bowls, tonkatsu, and soba, so you can enjoy a variety of dishes here! Thank you for the meal.

My wife and I visited Ion for the first time in 15 years for some shopping. We ordered cold tanuki udon and grated yam and natto soba using the touch panel. The food arrived in about 10 minutes. The tray was a bit dirty and there were some rice grains on it, but the staff were young part-timers, so it's okay. The udon and soba were delicious. To finish off, we had a hot "golden soba broth." The cold tanuki udon was 700 yen and the grated yam and natto soba was 950 yen. Thank you for the meal!

The event "New Soba Taste Tour," where new soba from five different regions in Hokkaido is provided every two weeks, has come to an end. This time, I was able to complete all five regions. The final region was "Mukawa," with a portion of the proceeds going towards supporting the town of Mukawa. The soba from Mukawa has a rustic buckwheat flavor, similar to the third region, Otofuke. The aroma of the soba is pleasant, and there is a subtle sweetness when you chew on it. It's a fun event that takes advantage of the strengths of a chain restaurant with its own noodle factory. I particularly enjoyed the contrast between the regular soba and the unique flavors of Otofuke and Mukawa. I look forward to the next event.

The One Kyu Soba chain is currently running a fun project where they offer new soba from different regions in Hokkaido every two weeks. The third installment features soba from Onibifu, known for its dark color. The soba has a unique twist that reflects the One Kyu Soba style. The noodles are indeed dark in color, finely ground, and have a chewy texture with a good amount of firmness. The flavor is rich with a noticeable sweetness. Overall, this Onibifu soba has the most personality and enjoyable taste compared to the other options in the chain's new soba lineup. Looking forward to trying the next one from Saroma. However, the excellent customer service experienced at the main store is not as evident here, which may be an area for improvement in the future.

Final version of the plan to visit three famous soba (buckwheat noodles) production areas in Japan. The last two weeks feature "Izumo soba". Izumo soba has a dark outer skin and is ground finely. This time, the Izumo soba was the most mild, with an impression that was not much different from regular soba. This time, I ordered the "katsu-don set for 1,200 yen". Thank you for the enjoyable plan! However, as a fan of Ichikyu Soba, I must say that this time, there were parts where the soba was clumped together firmly like dumplings. I have eaten a considerable amount of soba before, but this was the first time I experienced this. Additionally, the katsu-don was served very quickly, and while the katsu had a thick and somewhat greasy texture, the onions were cooked in a sweet and crispy way. I feel that there is a significant "difference" in cooking style compared to the stable "main store".

On March 2nd, another holiday at the home center ^^; we decided to have something to eat around 3:30 in the afternoon. We initially went to Yayoiken, but the ticket machine at the entrance was too small to read, so we left. We then decided to go to Aeon instead. We ended up at Ichikyu for soba noodles. The menu was now on a touch screen tablet, which was a bit dirty, so we had to clean it before ordering. My wife ordered the octopus tempura soba, while I chose the mixed tempura rice bowl set. The food arrived, and my wife enjoyed her meal, but my tempura bowl was disappointing as it did not look like the menu picture and the shrimp still had their heads on. Overall, it was an okay dining experience, but the cleanliness of the tablet and the accuracy of the menu items could be improved.

Limited time offer, One Kyu Soba offers soba noodles using flour from Shinshu, Echizen, and Izumo on a rotating basis every two weeks. The Mori Soba (soba noodles served with dipping sauce) feels slightly firmer compared to their regular soba. The draining of water is looser than at the main store. While there is no obvious difference from the usual soba, the soba noodles have a comforting flavor. It's nice to enjoy soba noodles while thinking about the place of origin. However, the lower cooking level compared to the main store is a bit concerning.

I enjoyed delicious soba noodles at a well-known shop, where a local soba restaurant expanded its business. It's quite an unexpected development within the Aeon group, as far as I know. I think Onekyu Soba has a unique style in various locations in Tomakomai, each with its own flavor. The square-shaped noodles with a firm texture, which I consider to be the essence of soba, are served at all Onekyu Soba locations, which is commendable. Soba is all about the noodles. When it comes to ramen, it's also about the noodles. So, when the dish is served in front of you, what do you do first? [Eat the noodles with chopsticks.] That's the natural thing for me to do. I may not like it, but when I see someone using a spoon to drink the broth first, I can't understand their behavior. It's a natural instinct for creatures with some level of intelligence to not understand actions that they themselves do not perform. Regardless of the task at hand, each individual has their own way of doing things, which is an undeniable fact. As a species with a certain level of intelligence, humans tend to want to establish rules and norms. Even when it comes to how to eat ramen, each person has their own preferences and reasons for their actions. So, it's okay to eat the way you like, but I can't help feeling uncomfortable with actions that I don't do myself. Let's analyze the influence of humans in this context. I wonder if this kind of sentiment is common: "I eat ramen by slurping the noodles first, so the performance of drinking the broth with a spoon is a priority." I can see a thought bubble with this kind of statement floating above someone's head. As of now (July 6, 2019, 08:03), as a late bloomer who loves anime, I feel ashamed of myself for avoiding the anime "Golden Kamuy," which depicts interactions with the Ainu people, who have been in Hokkaido since ancient times. Looking back, while living in the area, I was not given much information, and the little I learned during moral education classes... the prevailing attitude of the "civilized" people towards the indigenous inhabitants, who were historically subjected to heinous acts, was probably due to controlled information, where everyone gets along and the majority mistreats the minority. Such things are common historically.

I went back to that soba restaurant known for its famous octopus tempura that I enjoyed last week. The soba had plenty of octopus and the broth was not too oily, making it easy to eat and delicious.

Since I don't like soba noodles, I had udon instead. It was delicious! Beef sukiyaki-style meat dipping udon.

I had the Tako Ten Soba (warm). The texture of the octopus was great!