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Miyako soba may appear similar to Okinawa soba from the main island, but it has distinct characteristics. The biggest difference is that the toppings are placed underneath the noodles. This makes it easy to distinguish Miyako soba from Okinawa soba based on appearance alone. Traditionally, Miyako soba is known for its style of not placing toppings on top of the noodles.
Miyako soba features a light bonito-based broth and wide, flat noodles. The typical toppings include pork belly and Miyako Island’s signature wave-shaped fish cake, both of which are thinly sliced and placed beneath the noodles. Finally, only chopped green onions are sprinkled on top, giving it the appearance of a simple bowl of noodle soup—this is the classic presentation of Miyako soba.
Miyako soba and Okinawa soba each have their own unique appeal and history, differing in richness of flavor, types of toppings, and how those toppings are arranged. Miyako soba is a beloved local dish of Miyako Island, and only soba that originates from the island is referred to as “Miyako soba.”