Banjyutei
A 2000-founded Okinawa soba specialist right beside the 'Kina Bansho' — a Ryukyu Kingdom-era administrative building site in Yomitan. The showpiece: tricolor hand-made noodles incorporating turmeric, mugwort, and purple sweet potato, visually striking and wonderfully chewy. Additive-free kelp and bonito broth. Countless personal blogs declare 'this is my favorite Okinawa soba.' TripAdvisor 4.2 (66 reviews), Tabelog 3.45 (282 reviews), OKitive coverage, Yomitan Tourism Association recognition.
Reviews: 'The three-color noodles are beautiful,' 'You can taste the care in the broth,' 'The atmosphere of being loved by locals for years comes through,' 'There's something special about eating within Ryukyu history,' many 'I'll definitely be back' comments. TripAdvisor 4.2 (66 reviews), Tabelog 3.45 (282 reviews).