This time, I tried "Miyazato Soba" in Okinawa, but Okinawan soba actually doesn’t contain any buckwheat at all! The "soba" in Okinawa is actually made entirely from flour, and it tastes like standard white noodles with a slightly coarse, chewy texture, but there’s nothing particularly special about it.

When I ordered, I chose the classic Okinawan flavor of three-layer pork. It actually tastes quite similar to Taiwan's braised pork, a little salty and sweet, well-seasoned, but it’s a familiar flavor with no big surprises. Overall, this bowl of noodles gave me the impression of "Hmm, OK, it’s edible," which means it’s not bad but not something you’d go out of your way to eat.

On the contrary, I unexpectedly enjoyed their curry rice. It’s the kind of homemade-style Japanese curry that isn’t too thick or too sweet, with a hint of onion aroma, and the flavor is quite stable, making it a great pairing with white rice. If I had to say, I find the curry at this restaurant more worthwhile than their signature Okinawan soba.

Overall, Miyazato Soba is an affordable, local eatery with quite a few tourists. However, if you're specifically looking for a bowl of "impressive" Okinawan soba, you might find it a bit bland. But if you happen to pass by or just want a simple lunch, it’s worth considering, though I wouldn’t recommend going out of your way for it. The curry scores points, while the soba is average.