Chamaboko stands in front of Toshogu Shrine and is known for its soba galette and matcha sweets. This cafe has been drawing attention as a branch of the long-established soba noodle shop 'Yamabiko'.
Chamaboko is located on the first floor of a quaint wooden building, with a bright Western-style atmosphere inside. However, the menu offers specialties unique to the renowned soba noodle shop.
The signature dish is the proud galette made from 100% soba flour. The chewy dough is filled with various ingredients and baked to a delicious crisp. The popular items include dishes made with fresh vegetables from Nikko and salmon without any fishy taste.
Soba flour is used luxuriously in making the sweets. The matcha soft-serve ice cream has a smooth taste, and the fondant chocolate cake is moist and rich, with a superb texture.
Chamaboko is a space that skillfully blends the old-fashioned charm of Nikko with the fresh sensibility of the West. It is a new healing spot where you can fully appreciate the charm of soba from various perspectives.
After visiting Toshogu Shrine, why not stop by and visit this place.