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As the air takes on a late-autumn feel and the trees begin to change color, why not treat yourself to a moment of comfort with warm, freshly fried tempura? In this article, we’ll introduce the appeal of our signature dishes, which showcase seasonal ingredients, and the unique dining experience our restaurant has to offer.

A dish that showcases the artistry of the chef, capturing the bounty of the season

As autumn deepens, it’s the time of year when rich, flavorful ingredients grace our dining tables. At our restaurant, we’ve prepared a menu featuring an abundance of seasonal ingredients so you can experience the changing seasons with all five senses. Our “Pork Shabu-shabu with Fried and Marinated Tamba Shimeji Mushrooms” is a dish where the rich flavor of the Tamba shimeji mushrooms and the savory umami of the pork shabu-shabu harmonize with the gentle taste of the dashi broth. By dipping the freshly fried tempura into the dashi, the batter absorbs the umami, allowing you to enjoy a deep, rich flavor that bursts in your mouth. Our chefs prepare each dish with meticulous care, bringing out the best of the season’s bounty without compromising the natural textures of the ingredients. Although it is a fried dish, the warmth of the dashi permeates your body, bringing both vibrancy and comfort to a meal on a chilly evening. We invite you to take this opportunity to experience the exquisite harmony of flavors as the ingredients complement one another.

Carefully Crafted Fried Dishes That Bring Out the Unique Character of the Ingredients

As a tempura specialty restaurant, we strive to prepare our dishes in a way that preserves the freshness of our ingredients. Our “Ocho Eggplant,” in particular, is characterized by its large size—as the name suggests—and by coating it in batter at a high temperature for a short time, we ensure the inside remains melt-in-your-mouth juicy while the outside has a crispy texture. Additionally, our “Fushimi Chili Pepper Pork Roll Tempura” is a popular, satisfying dish where the slight bitterness of the vegetable blends with the rich flavor of the pork. By using a water fryer, we’ve achieved a light, airy texture that avoids the heaviness often associated with deep-fried foods. Our chefs fry the ingredients at the perfect temperature to lock in their natural sweetness and aroma, delivering a flavor that remains enjoyable from the first bite to the last. Incorporating these vegetable tempura dishes between seafood and meat courses adds rhythm to your meal and helps create a well-balanced dining experience. We invite you to savor the vitality of the ingredients as you take a bite of our freshly fried, piping-hot tempura.

A soothing, perfect way to end your meal in a space directly connected to the station

Its location, directly connected to Kyoto Station, offers the peace of mind of being able to pop in on a whim while traveling or on your way home from work. The interior features a bright, clean atmosphere with a natural wood finish, and the counter seating is designed with those who wish to enjoy a quiet moment alone in mind. After satisfying your appetite, the connoisseur’s way to enjoy the meal is to savor the warm, comforting aftertaste of the “Daimyo-wan” (aosa seaweed miso soup) as the perfect finishing touch. The miso soup, with its distinct aroma of aosa seaweed, refreshes the palate after enjoying fried dishes. For those seeking an even more satisfying meal, we also offer a “Rice Set,” which combines freshly cooked rice with clam miso soup to create a meal that nourishes both body and soul. In this spot, which feels almost cut off from the hustle and bustle of the station, you can enjoy your meal at your own pace without worrying about those around you. Why not make the most of this space—whether as a quiet moment to treat yourself at the end of a busy day or as a place to take a breather between sightseeing stops?