This is a soba restaurant near Skytree. The atmosphere is nice. The taste is average. The soba doesn't seem to be chilled with ice. It's not very cold. The taste is average, but it seems to be a favorite among the Kansai dialect-speaking people nearby, as they were saying "delicious, delicious". My taste buds didn't quite appreciate the deliciousness.

Today was my first day back at work, and I had training with my boss in the morning. Since there wasn't much to do, I jokingly suggested we escape. After finishing some work, I finally got away from the office and decided to explore some new places. I arrived at the restaurant around 1 pm. I ordered the Sesame Tan Tan Soba for 1200 yen. Although there wasn't a lunch set, I was drawn to this dish. It was served in about 10 minutes. I couldn't really smell the soba, but the dipping sauce was incredibly delicious! It had a spicy kick with a hint of sweetness, not too heavy or overpowering. It had plenty of minced meat and some purple shiso, which added a nice touch. This seasonal soba dish may not be available next time I visit, but I would love to have it again! The portion size was just right for me today, but next time I want to try the large size. Thank you for the meal!

On this day, we had a small banquet and went to Oshiage. This place is a bit away from Oshiage, about a 10-minute walk. The first floor has regular seats for general customers, with mostly counter seats and some table seats. Then, there are second-floor seats accessible via the outside stairs of the building. Those are for reservations and private rooms. There is a large room with a table for about 20 people in the front, and a table for 8 people in the back. I wondered how the back room is used when there is a party in the front room. We ordered a course meal this time, but I'm not sure which course it was. Drinks were ordered separately, and there were so many types of sake that I can't quite remember. The food was clearly a step above, so I thought the cost performance was great. The menu included: Seasonal appetizer, Assorted sashimi, Chef's recommended dish, Seasonal tempura, Soba noodles, and Today's dessert. I also had a Highball with Suntory whiskey for 660 yen (tax included). As expected, the snacks at a soba izakaya with strong sake are delicious. I would like to come back alone next time for lunch and savor the taste of soba noodles. I don't remember the flavor of the soba noodles very well. Visit date: June 30, 2023.

The restaurant has seating on the 1st and 2nd floors, with plenty of space. It has a lovely atmosphere with beautiful interior decorations like Edo kiriko glassware. Although the lunch prices are somewhat high, considering the quality of the space and the elaborate dishes, the pricing is reasonable.

First of all, there was no "welcome" when entering the store. The waitress took more than 15 minutes to come and take our order after we were seated. She had her back to the customers while arranging dishes, so it was hard for us to get her attention. When she finally came, she mumbled something without making eye contact. At that point, I felt like leaving, but since we were already there, I decided to order the Sudachi soba for 1200 yen and the set meal with soba, side dishes, and dessert for 1100 yen. The pricing was also strange to me. The side dishes were decent, but the soba itself was dry and lacked flavor and texture. If they have "soba" in the restaurant name, I expect them to use real soba flour. They also didn't even serve soba-yu. When we were leaving, the chef just glanced at us without saying anything. This place might be acceptable for large groups like mom gatherings, but overall, it was disappointing.

I always go to the family temple on Mukojima to visit the graves, and whenever I do, I always have a meal in the area before heading home. A few years ago, my favorite soba restaurant, Mifune, closed down, leaving me at a loss. But I discovered this new place called Kizuki, and this time I tried their funeral reception meal for the first time. We reserved a private room and ordered the funeral reception course meal for the number of people, as well as additional dishes. I was surprised to find that there were two beautiful private rooms on the second floor, a world away from the casual atmosphere on the first floor. The funeral reception course included seasonal dishes, tempura, sashimi, homemade soba, and a total of eight items. This meal was different from the typical funeral kaiseki, featuring dishes like eel and beef tongue, which was quite interesting. The eel dish was particularly delicious, and the rice had a nice texture, maybe it was mochi barley? The portion size of the course was just right. The service was also excellent, with the staff being friendly and attentive. Due to the impact of the pandemic, gatherings have become less frequent, but it was nice to have a leisurely meal while reminiscing about our loved ones. The changes in Mukojima are remarkable, with new restaurants popping up, transforming shuttered stores into cafes, and adding interesting new concepts. I almost forgot to mention, the funeral reception course here is only 4,400 yen per person, which seems quite affordable considering the private room and additional dishes and drinks included. This place is a hidden gem! Even though my familiar restaurant is gone, it's wonderful to have new encounters like this. Thank you for taking care of us, and I'll definitely visit again after the Higan festival. Thank you for the delicious meal! ♡

The soba noodles are pale in color with a subtle fragrance, but they are firm and have a good texture when dipped in cold water. The volume is on the lighter side. The soba dipping sauce is not too sweet, more refined like the broth from a high-class Japanese restaurant rather than the traditional Edo-style flavor. The soba noodles have a mild fragrance, so dipping them in the sauce allows you to savor the broth. The small appetizers that come with the set are delicious. Despite visiting during lunchtime, there were many empty seats, all reserved, which was surprising. The slow movement of the staff was noticeable, as they had to confirm everything with the man in the kitchen. It may be better to increase turnover by not taking reservations during lunchtime. It felt like these system adjustments were reflected in the prices.

I had lunch here for the second time and ordered the same thing again, the nodoguro lunch set. It's so delicious that I could eat it over and over. The appetizers are also very tasty. I love having soba and beer together. My friends enjoyed the umeshu and sake here. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is lovely, not too bright or too dark. The exterior looks like a traditional corner of an old town. The restroom is also clean. If you're with a friend, I recommend sitting at the counter. The nodoguro lunch set is 1980 yen with all-you-can-drink option, or 2200 yen with drinks included.

I visited a ryotei where you can experience geisha entertainment during my trip to Toyama, recommended by a sushi chef. After having lunch, I took a leisurely stroll to Mukojima. Feeling a bit peckish, I randomly stepped into a soba restaurant and was surprised by the luxurious set meal that cost only 1100 yen. They also had other options like tempura rice bowl sets, so I would like to try those next time.

The size of the portion has changed slightly and the brochure listing all the XiCheng Group restaurants that used to be at the register has disappeared. I was informed at another store that Mukojima is no longer part of the XiCheng Group. The menu name remains the same as the XiCheng Group's soba and udon restaurants, the usual Ma lunch. It's cost-effective and delicious, but the soba is...

★Revisited in May 21★ It's been a while since I last visited, but this time we decided to meet for lunch without alcohol. The appetizers for dinner are varied and delicious, but the lunch was also delicious~♪ We enjoyed a course meal starting from soup, sashimi, to the main soba dish. Lunch was satisfying and fulfilling♪^^

We had an early year-end party with the members of our company who get along well. The restaurant we went to was "Edo Soba Koisoba" in Hikifune. We had a course with all-you-can-drink. We started with a toast with beer. The menu included: - Appetizers: salted squid, various types of pickled vegetables, steamed chicken, rolled omelette, and something made with purple sweet potato. - Sea bream carpaccio with sesame dressing. - Hot pot (soymilk miso) with pork loin, shiitake mushrooms, tofu, Chinese cabbage, and green onions. We all enjoyed the hot pot without anyone trying to take control. - Tempura with shrimp, eggplant, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin. - Lastly, we had soba noodles made with 20% buckwheat flour from Yamanashi prefecture. The aroma was subtle but it had a good texture. It was a satisfying meal and we had a great time together in a friendly atmosphere.

As the days get hotter, I find myself craving cold soba noodles more often. So, I decided to go for a run and then head to this place for some soba. Located in the geisha district of Mukojima, I had heard of this place before because of the famous bar "Kadoya" across the street, but the upscale appearance made me hesitant to enter until now. The interior was dimly lit with a moody atmosphere. For lunch, they offered a set menu with appetizers and desserts, a seasonal soba dish, and a tempura rice bowl set. I opted for the "Soba and Mini Tempura Rice Bowl Lunch Set" (1,650 yen). The soba was made with a blend of buckwheat and wheat flour, making it easy to slurp and with a good texture. Honestly, I don't have much to say about soba, other than that it should be easy to eat. The tempura included 2 shrimp, shishito pepper, eggplant, pumpkin, and was generously coated in a sweet and savory sauce. It was clear that the tempura was fried with care. Finally, I finished with a bowl of soba broth to cleanse my palate. Although the price is a bit high and the atmosphere may be intimidating for some during lunchtime, I believe this soba restaurant offers a solid meal. The branding of such an upscale atmosphere in a geisha district is intriguing. It's likely not a small, independent business, so I can't help but wonder about the influence of some corporate bigwig behind the scenes.

I visited the restaurant "Edo Soba Kyosoba" with a rating of 3.22 on Tabelog. It is located in Mukojima, a famous geisha district. The exterior of the restaurant is beautiful and stylish, while the interior has counter and table seating on the first floor, with additional seating on the second floor. The atmosphere in Mukojima's tea house district has a modern Tokyo vibe that is quite appealing. It is near my home, so I will be having New Year's soba here again this year. The "New Year's soba" is a tradition where we eat soba noodles to extend our lives, cut away hardships and disasters, and for good health. The restaurant is located next to "Izakaya Kadoya," and they have a humorous rivalry on Twitter, becoming a famous Mukojima tradition. Last year, I had dashimaki tamago and duck nanban soba (hot), so this year I opted for a leisurely course meal. The course included: - Appetizer: Smelt nanban-zuke - Sashimi: Saba, medai, tachiuo from Shimane Prefecture - Simmered dish: Yellowtail with daikon radish - Grilled dish: Beef tongue with leeks and miso - Fried dish: Large shrimp, eggplant, pumpkin, shishito pepper, shiitake mushroom - Main dish: Soba noodles - Dessert: Matcha pudding The meal was served beautifully in the elegant restaurant, and the soba noodles were delicious with a great texture, flavor, and aroma. It's a wonderful experience to enjoy tasty soba noodles in a geisha district. I hope to cut away this year's hardships and disasters with this "warding off evil" soba. Thank you for reading my humble review, and I wish you all a happy new year ahead.

I went to a 2nd floor soba restaurant for the first time and was invited to try the lunch set with soba and dancing. The colorful appetizers that had remained unchanged since the opening were different this time. I was happy because I had gotten tired of them. I changed my order to sudachi soba instead of the usual seiro soba. The soba itself was also different. It's good if it's just a one-time thing.

It was quiet on Monday night, so we had the place to ourselves. The drinks were served in stylish glasses. We enjoyed two types of sake, Seisei 2019 Tanzawa Mountain and Hiyao Oroshi Myokojizumizu Junmai Ginjo Kankichi Ichi Tokubetsu Junmai. They were all delicious. We also had the nodoguro set meal and the soba miso dango with soba flour. Everything was tasty, except for the soba which was a bit disappointing. I wish they had used more soba flour.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is so cozy that it makes you feel sleepy! The food, which is mainly Japanese cuisine, is amazing, as it is prepared by people who have worked at impressive places. The soba noodles were delicious, but it would be great if they had more items on the menu. If they added more options, it would be perfect! They also seem to offer courses, so I will definitely visit again.

Visited around 1:00 pm on a holiday. The atmosphere of the restaurant is calm and relaxing. I ordered the "Gorgeous Set" for 1600 yen (excluding tax). The chef, who has a background in kaiseki cuisine, prepared various side dishes along with the soba, which looked beautiful! The soba had an elegant taste and a great texture. The soba broth was thick and flavorful. The tempura was a bit too soggy for my liking... I was hoping for crispy tempura, so that was disappointing. Overall, the other dishes were decently tasty, but not as amazing as I had expected. Nevertheless, depending on the occasion, this restaurant is convenient to use, so I will visit again.

I went to this restaurant based on a friend's request to eat soba noodles. I made a reservation in advance and it was not crowded that day. The prices were reasonable, so I was expecting a light meal, but the portion was huge! It might be a challenge to finish the soba noodles (laughs). The dishes were carefully prepared and delicious. For lunch, a lighter course or a la carte menu might be better. In the evening, you can enjoy the food while drinking alcohol.

I visited on a late Saturday afternoon and the restaurant was still busy. Personally, I found the soba noodles to be a bit too firm, but the small side dishes were delicious! The soba broth was also really tasty, so it was just the soba noodles that were disappointing.