Locomotoring

Tamawarai is one of Harajuku’s best buckwheat noodle spots. With a seating of less than 20, it is quiet dining experience punctuated by sounds of enthusiastic slurping. The otherwise bare space with its small prison like windows was enlivened by eclectic dinnerware.

Fresh tofu, tofu skin and wasabi

Fern in a soy sauce

Baked miso (note to self, try at home with an omlette)

Condiments accompanying cold noodles, grated daikon, bonito flakes, broth and green onions

Cold buckwheat noodles