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Located in the charming northern Gion district on Shimmonzen Street, this tempura specialty restaurant opened its doors ... Located in the charming northern Gion district on Shimmonzen Street, this tempura specialty restaurant opened its doors in 2023. It offers a delightful experience where tempura, a must-try dish in Japan, is prepared and served piece by piece right before your eyes.
The omakase course comes in two options: a vegetarian course featuring only vegetables, and a non-vegetarian course with a mix of vegetables and seafood. Each course includes around 10 tempura dishes made with seasonal ingredients, interspersed with Kyoto-style side dishes such as lightly simmered vegetables. The course concludes with a choice of two dishes: a tempura rice bowl topped with crispy kakiage (mixed tempura) or tempura ochazuke, where dashi broth is poured over the rice and tempura. The restaurant uses no pork, and the tempura is fried exclusively in cottonseed oil, making it suitable for Muslim guests. Served with natural salt to enhance the flavor, the tempura is both delicious and accommodating. Conveniently located near popular landmarks such as Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple, this restaurant is an ideal stop to enjoy Kyoto-style tempura during your sightseeing journey.

Located along the charming, internationally influenced Tor Road and just a 15-minute walk from Hankyu, Hanshin and JR Sa... Located along the charming, internationally influenced Tor Road and just a 15-minute walk from Hankyu, Hanshin and JR Sannomiya Stations, this 30-room urban auberge hotel offers a unique blend of luxury and comfort. Originally reopened as Kobe Kitano Hotel in June 2000, the hotel's classical British-style architecture and interiors captivate guests. However, it is the culinary creations of General Manager and Chef Hiroshi Yamaguchi that truly enchant visitors. His elegantly presented, refined dishes are renowned for their delicate flavors.

The hotel's lavish breakfast, famously described as "The World's Best Breakfast," is celebrated for its variety and indulgence. The hotel's French restaurant, Ash, offers a course menu that showcases the finest ingredients, including Halal-certified meats, bringing out the full depth of flavor in every dish. For lunch, guests are treated to a five-course meal consisting of amuse-bouche, appetizer, soup, fish, and meat dishes, followed by dessert. The dinner course includes seven exquisite dishes and a decadent dessert.

Founded in 1935, "Kyoryori Kinobu" began with its first-generation owner preparing and delivering freshly sourced fish ... Founded in 1935, "Kyoryori Kinobu" began with its first-generation owner preparing and delivering freshly sourced fish tailored to the requests of customers. The third-generation owner, Takuji Takahashi, is a culinary expert who has also conducted academic research on the concept of "deliciousness" during his time at Kyoto University's graduate school. With a deep understanding of shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine), he is highly skilled in crafting dishes that cater to vegetarians and Muslims. The Kyoto-style course menus are meticulously prepared without the use of pork, alcohol, or fermented seasonings such as soy sauce and vinegar.

"We can bring out sweetness and umami without relying on mirin or sake by combining vegetables, nuts, and fruits. When paired thoughtfully with other ingredients, they create the distinctive flavors of washoku," he explains. The meal follows the same flow as the kaiseki courses typically served at the restaurant, featuring appetizers, sashimi, soup, grilled dishes, simmered dishes, rice, and dessert. This Kyoto restaurant is also accommodating to individual preferences, making it a truly welcoming place for all guests.

Founded in 1912, this traditional Kyoto kaiseki restaurant is led by third-generation owner and chef, Yoshihiro Murata. ... Founded in 1912, this traditional Kyoto kaiseki restaurant is led by third-generation owner and chef, Yoshihiro Murata. His cuisine embodies the philosophy of "Kirei Sabi" – a refined yet powerful beauty that captures elegance within the classical form. Guided by his belief that "continuous innovation creates tradition," Chef Murata’s evolving culinary creations have earned the restaurant three Michelin stars for 15 consecutive years.

The restaurant offers seasonal kaiseki cuisine, typically featuring around ten dishes, including seasonal platter,appetizer, sashimi, lidded dish, grilled dish, small tasting, main dish, rice, soup, and dessert. Chef Murata regards his establishment as a "comprehensive museum of Japanese aesthetics," showcasing Kyoto’s refined sensibilities through every element—from the dishes and architecture, artwork, furnishings, and garden.

Located in Osaka’s prestigious Kitashinchi area, known for its collection of high-end dining establishments, this sush... Located in Osaka’s prestigious Kitashinchi area, known for its collection of high-end dining establishments, this sushi restaurant offers a refined experience. Situated in a building near JR Kitashinchi Station, the restaurant is helmed by owner Takayuki Saki, who trained in Edomae-style sushi at a renowned sushi restaurant in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, and further honed his craft in Osaka. In 2005, he established his own restaurant, and since 2018, he has been operating in the esteemed Kitashinchi district.

The omakase course offers a harmonious blend of washoku and sushi. The meal begins with seasonal appetizers, sashimi, chawanmushi (savory egg custard), and small sake-pairing dishes, followed by a selection of 12 pieces of sushi. True to the traditional Edomae sushi techniques, the toppings are carefully prepared—some marinated in vinegar, others lightly cooked—to enhance their flavors. The rice, made from flavorful aged grains, is seasoned with red vinegar and sake lees vinegar. The temperature of the rice is delicately adjusted to complement each topping, bringing out the richness of umami.

Just a 5minute walk from Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line’s "Nakazakicho" Station, and conveniently within walking distance ... Just a 5minute walk from Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line’s "Nakazakicho" Station, and conveniently within walking distance from JR Osaka Station and Hankyu Umeda Station, TOROMI Yoshokudo is located in the heart of Osaka. Despite its central urban location, the area retains a nostalgic ambiance reminiscent of the Showa era. Look for the restaurant’s distinctive yellow walls and green door facing the alley.

As the name "Yoshokudo" meaning western style diner,show, the menu here features uniquely Japanese-style Western dishes such as hamburg steak, beef cutlet sandwiches, and Neapolitan spaghetti. However, these dishes are crafted with French and Italian culinary techniques mastered by Chef Ryo Okada. The dinner course includes a salad, soup, seafood dish, meat dish, pasta, and dessert, offering a satisfying and fulfilling meal. Highlights like roast beef and fried shrimp add to the rich dining experience.