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Tenshu — tempura donburi in Gion
Tenshu -- tempura donburi in Gion
Tenshu, located in Kyoto's Gion district serves a famous tempura dinner course and an equally famous donburi at lunch. Tenshu is a very famous restaurant, countless celebrities and national politicians dine at Tenshu. On a weekend you can expect to wait 30 to 60 minutes ... read more
Komameya — yuba ryori lunch
Komameya -- yuba ryori lunch (こ豆や - 湯葉料理ランチ)
Yuba is another very 'Kyoto' delicacy.
Yuba in Kyoto comes in many forms, it is made from soy milk. Soy milk is simmered in a large, rectangular pan and as a skin is formed on the surface it is scooped up and is eaten ... read more
Hanaore — sabazushi (lightly pickled mackerel sushi)
Hanaore Sabazushi (花折鯖寿し)
Hanaore is another very 'Kyoto' culinary experience. This famous shop offers only a single, well loved dish -- sabazushi. Just three slices of sabazushi and a small bowl of soup will set you back 1,800 yen! Hanaore and sabazushi is a must try!!
The only dish served, sabazushi and ... read more
Torito – Kyoto style yakitori (grilled chicken)
Torito - Kyoto style yakitori (grilled chicken)
Torito signature dish and Torito storefront 'sign'
Yakitori (Japanese grilled chicken) is one of Japan's distinctive meals, it provides a vast and imaginative variety of flavors and textures. What's more, yakitori is cooked! So, if you are not into the raw delicacies of Japan, with ... read more
Ippodo Tea, Kaboku Tearoom – Maccha Koicha
Ippodo Tea, Kaboku Tearoom - Maccha Koicha
Ippodo, started in 1717, is one of the most well known tea companies in Japan, with shops in all the major department stores throughout the country. As big as it has become, the original main store is still small and friendly, located on a ... read more
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