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Ukiya has a few other stores both in and out of Kyoto. All of them are well-established restaurants, with artisans fastidiously making zaru and seiro soba (cold soba served on a bamboo sieve or on a bamboo steamer) by hand. As a result, even though the restaurants all belong to the Ukiya brand, there is a subtle difference in the taste and texture depending on the store. Ukiyas owner is a recipient of the Medal With Yellow Ribbon, which is an award that only artisans with a high level of skill can receive. Consequently, all employees are put through strict checks to ensure that only the best artisans can make soba here.
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