Konkontei

Japanese Cuisine Shinkameya

This restaurant is proud of Iwate's local cuisine, ``Rokukoku Hitsumi.'' The store is located close to National Route 4, and there is also a parking space for large buses. We also have private rooms where you can relax and enjoy meals and conversation with your family or friends. The menu is extensive and all dishes are our signature dishes.

Wanko Soba (Hanamaki)

The history of Wanko Soba in Hanamaki is as old as Hanamaki Castle, dating back over 400 years. Lord Toshinao, the 27th head of the Nanbu family, stopped by Hanamaki on his way to Edo, and to soothe him on his journey, he gave him some local specialty soba, and Toshinao was very impressed with the flavor. It is said that he was invited to the restaurant and was given a replacement many times. It is said that the name ``Wanko Soba'' came from the fact that the noodles were served in a bowl at that time. Hanamaki's Wanko Soba does not engage in provocative chants, carefully preserving the culture of hospitality given to the lords. The ``Wanko Soba All Japan Tournament'' is held on February 11th every year, where participants compete to see how many bowls of Wanko Soba they can eat within a limited time.

Wildcat House Yamanekoken

The restaurant is based on Kenji's fairy tale ``The Restaurant with Many Orders,'' and you can enjoy a variety of different flavors of rice cakes prepared by local mothers. You can also try other local dishes such as ``hitsumi'' and ``suiton with mixed grains.'' We also sell souvenirs such as Kenji goods. You can also try Wanko Soba at Ginga Plaza Yamanekoken, which is directly across from Shin-Hanamaki Station. (Reservation required)