Okinawa Soba

Start with a bowl of Okinawa soba and pay attention to the noodles before adding any seasoning. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries describes thick wheat noodles served with broth, pork and fish cake. The broth may combine pork and bonito, and the balance differs across kitchens. If the menu offers sōki soba, you can try pork ribs instead of the sliced belly in a standard bowl. Kōrēgūsu, chile steeped in awamori, can go in after you have tasted the broth.