Restaurants in Fushimi Jikkokubune

A must-do experience if you’re a fan of matcha. More than just the tea making and ceremony the staff also guide you through the history of the company and share fun facts about matcha and Uji. The matcha grinding experience is a workout! The ceremony portion is peaceful and makes you take time to appreciate the process. The matcha was delicious, not bitter, balanced. The jelly and red bean dessert at the end was a perfect ending for a warm May day.

Every dish was delicious, and the ingredients and presentation were exquisite. Overall, I was very satisfied with the meal. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the service was very attentive. The dishes were served faster than expected, so there wasn't a long wait between courses. The overall dining atmosphere was very comfortable, making it an excellent kaiseki experience.

When visiting Kyoto, you must try the local tofu dishes. The staff were very friendly and polite, and the restaurant's garden scenery and architecture were also beautiful. Being able to sit down and enjoy a meal in such a lovely environment, away from the noisy streets of Ninen-zaka, was a wonderful experience in itself. I was particularly impressed by the miso-grilled tofu; the green sauce on top paired perfectly with the tofu. The tofu hot pot itself had no extra seasoning, and the broth was simply a piece of kombu. While it allowed me to savor the natural flavor of the tofu, it was a bit too bland for my personal taste. I hope the restaurant can introduce more set menus with various cooking methods to enhance the dining experience.😌