Hello (￣Д￣)ﾉ It's Fujian, the unofficial ambassador of Kameyama! Today is Thursday, and I came to have a bowl that I haven't eaten yet. I arrived at 13:20, wondering if they were still open! I peeked inside nervously, and they were still open, phew! I walked in. It's not too crowded today, there are only a few customers. As usual, I ordered a large rice bowl and waited for a while, then... ● Zabuton Spice Beef Cutlet Curry Bowl 1100 yen Woah (*^ω^*) Here it is!! A generous portion of beef cutlet with lettuce and a hot spring egg inside, topped with a thick curry sauce. When I lift a piece, Woahhh♬ This is a beautiful pink-colored beef cutlet. The fine bread crumbs and the thick meat of the beef cutlet look delicious. When you bite into it, the meaty umami flavor fills your mouth! It's delicious, Master!! This bowl is also delicious! The curry is generously poured over it, and the rice remains white until the end, making it delicious. I finished it again (with a 100 yen discount at the register). I thanked the Master and his wife and left the restaurant^_^ The pink-colored beef cutlet and curry are very voluminous and delicious in this bowl. Thank you for the meal!! PS I have eaten various bowls this week, and each one is full of volume and high-quality ingredients, making them all great value for money. All the bowls, with plenty of ingredients and good quality, are worth it, I think (๑╹ω╹๑ ) And again, I had a seafood bowl and it was fantastic (=ﾟωﾟ)ﾉ

It was crowded even during regular lunch hours, about 90% of the time. The menu varies depending on the day, which adds to the charm. That day happened to be eel and egg rice bowl day!! It was great that you could choose the amount of rice and the size - small, medium, large, extra large. The owner was the only one working, so it took a bit of time, but during that time, they offered a complimentary drink like beer or sake, which was a nice touch for those who enjoy alcohol. The eel was large and tender, and the egg was fluffy and delicious - I thought it was worth paying over 1200 yen for the meal. Before entering the restaurant, I saw a sign that seemed to suggest that they were strict with customers, but the owner turned out to be very kind and friendly. I was extremely satisfied with the delicious food at that price, and I definitely want to go back again (^^)

Due to some circumstances, I had to quit having lunch around mid-January 2023, but thankfully I have resumed! So, I decided to go for eel on Thursdays to spice things up! But, oh no! They had a spicy curry and beef cutlet instead. It was different from what I expected, but I decided to try it out. The beef cutlet was piping hot, crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside, with a generous portion. The spiciness really hit me hard, and I felt exhausted after eating it. The menu has changed since the last time I was there, with daily specials now. On Mondays and Tuesdays, they serve seafood bowls, on Wednesdays, they have eel bowls, on Thursdays, they offer spicy curry and beef cutlet, and on Fridays, they serve steak. The restaurant has removed all the COVID-related signs and shields, and the atmosphere has completely changed. The price has also increased to 1,200 yen.

Visited in May 2023. At the time of posting, the restaurant had a rating of 3.58 on Tabelog (based on 84 reviews). The weekday lunch menu changes daily, and today's most popular dish was the "Seafood Bowl" which comes with three small side dishes, miso soup, pickles, and a drink including sake for 1,200 yen (tax included). I ordered the seafood bowl with a small amount of rice (100g). Although there was no tuna, I enjoyed the thick slices of fatty yellowtail, shrimp, salmon, octopus, and more. The creamy soft-boiled egg on top was a nice touch. The fact that a drink, including sake, is included for free in a special cup makes it a great deal. Even though I usually stick to coffee during work, this was a nice change. Overall, it was a delicious meal.

Kuma Log 3.8‍❄️ Today, I was at the Kyoto office in the morning, and for lunch, I went to "Kameyama Gaku" after a long time and ordered the seafood bowl (small) for 1200 yen. It was a bit pricier than before, but as always, it was very voluminous and super delicious. Today, the head chef was working alone, so it looked tough. #SeafoodBowl #SeafoodBowlLunch #Seafood #Sashimi #Fish #KameyamaGaku #Kyoto #KyotoLunch #KyotoGourmet #KyotoSeafoodBowl #ShijoKarasuma #ShijoKarasumaLunch #ShijoKarasumaGourmet #MusclePainIsSerious #CurrentlyHavingMusclePain #StairsAreTough

Anyone involved in the Karasuma area knows Mr. Kameyama, who offers a seafood bowl for 1000 yen and other delicious and filling lunch options. Although lunch service temporarily ended in January (but has recently resumed), I had the opportunity to visit for dinner after initially visiting for lunch. It was my first time at a restaurant that normally turns away first-time customers, and I was nervous. The regular course costs 8000 yen if you finish it without a receipt, but I was able to reserve the limited 39-set course for 3900 yen on the day of my visit. Luckily, there was an available table, and I was warmly welcomed by Mr. Kameyama. The 39-set course includes all-you-can-drink beer and sake. When asked if I wanted beer first, I requested sake instead and was presented with a lineup of 9 different sakes to choose from. The sake is self-served, and as soon as you finish one, more is brought out. It's a luxurious system. The meal was omakase style, starting with ankimo, which was incredibly tender and flavorful. The kumoko ponzu was creamy and delicious, and the sashimi platter included 6 types of fresh and thick slices of fish. The live crab was a highlight, with rich and tender meat. Overall, the experience was fantastic, and the long drink time after the final dish was a nice touch. It's rare to find such a great seafood restaurant in Kyoto, and I left feeling happy and satisfied.

On the last day of lunch, my boss took me to this restaurant. Even the regular size portion was enough, and if you finish your meal, you get a 100 yen discount, which is very reasonable. The taste was also amazing, with thickly sliced seafood being the best. I hope they reopen again.

After the new year, the price of the turtle lunch increased by 100 yen, and the menu on Mondays and Thursdays also changed. The beef cutlet bowl on Monday was cooked perfectly, not too tough, and the sauce on top was delicious. The curry served on the side was generous in portion, making it a luxurious curry bowl experience that was thoroughly enjoyable.

I ordered a plate of assorted sashimi with large slices and a variety of fish, along with 300g of rice (medium size). I was completely satisfied with the taste, portion, and quality, and my stomach was full. I also tried the katsu curry bowl last time and was equally satisfied. I plan to try all the dishes on the menu.

In December, we have three ongoing series: 1000 yen lunch, 500 yen lunch on the 20th, and 2022 Ramen Final 20-match showdown. For the past few months, we have been featuring One Coin Lunch ideas, but this time we will contrast that with a set of 1000 yen lunch ideas. The 1000 yen lunch series will continue after the New Year, starting on January 10th. Today, we will talk about a restaurant that doesn't look like one - "Kameyama Gaku" in Kyoto. There is no signboard, just a nameplate on the door. When you enter, you are greeted with a sign that seems to say "No entry except for lunch customers." This place is known for its seafood bowls, but unfortunately, the seafood bowl is only available on Tuesdays. I ordered the eel and omelette bowl in a large portion for 1200 yen.

"Kameyamagaku" in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City. Despite having a Tabelog rating of 3.61, it ranks 559th in the Tabelog ranking for Kyoto Prefecture, out of approximately 22,000 restaurants. In the "Kyoto Prefecture [Izakaya]" ranking, it holds the 15th position. I visited for lunch. The restaurant is located about a 6-7 minute walk northwest of Hankyu Railway's Karasuma Station. Upon arrival, I checked the lunch menu posted outside before entering. The opening hours are from 11:30 onwards. At 11:46 on a weekday, about 70% of the seats were filled. I was directed to take a glass and proceed to the back. I navigated through the crowded space, turned around, and sat at a counter-like seat. I experienced a high level of "closeness." The menu was predetermined for each day of the week, with Friday offering the "Dashi Omelette Set Meal." Therefore, there was no need to order, only to specify the amount of rice. I chose "medium," which comes with 300g of rice for 1100 yen (tax included). However, if you finish your meal and pay using a 10,000 yen note, you receive a 100 yen discount. A unique service provided. As a result, the total was 1000 yen (tax included). Payment is cash only. ~Order~ ● Dashi Omelette Set Meal 1000 yen (tax included) ● Service - Hot Coffee The dish arrived at 12:29, 43 minutes after entering. The delicious Dashi Omelette Set Meal was impressive, especially the thick slices of sashimi. The large sashimi exuded dignity, grandeur, and magnificence. The sheer size exceeded my expectations. The surprising size is not fully conveyed in photos. Additionally, the appealing set meal included a self-service drink. I quietly poured myself a hot coffee from the drink corner on the right side at the back of the restaurant. In addition to iced coffee and iced tea, the lineup included beer, highball, and sake, catering to various preferences. Considering the exceptional taste and the generous portion of sashimi, it's truly unbelievable that this is offered for 1000 yen. It was a moment of financial disorientation. When I showed the photos to my dining companion, they estimated it to be worth 3200 yen. Experiencing a fish lunch and witnessing the price destruction left me in awe. The "Daily Lunch" is only available on weekdays, with the restaurant closed on weekends and holidays. It's a rare lunch experience that can only be enjoyed on limited operating days. Enduring the cramped seats and long wait is necessary, but if you can, you'll definitely enjoy a satisfying lunch. The bar is set high, but I highly recommend experiencing dining at this unique restaurant. If given the chance, I would love to visit again.

Visited in December 2022, with a Foodlog rating of 3.58 (from 80 reviews). I had the Eel and Omelette Rice Bowl for 1,100 yen, which came with 6 side dishes, soup, and a drink included. This review was written before the lunch service ended, but they have since reopened for lunch. However, during my recent visit, there was a notice posted saying: "We regret to inform you that only regular customers are allowed for lunch service." The omelette in the Eel and Omelette Rice Bowl had a nice dashi flavor and was fluffy, providing a satisfying meal. The eel was tender and plentiful. The portion of rice was small, but with 6 side dishes, including pickles, there was plenty to enjoy. After the meal, I enjoyed a hot coffee and took a moment to relax. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I came back again on a Tuesday for the "Seafood Bowl." A friend who heard about my previous experience insisted on trying it out. I was actually curious about other menu items on different days, but it seems Tuesday is popular. The portion was generous, the table was small, and the atmosphere was a bit tense and cramped. Despite that, I enjoyed the meal and the delicious sake. Thank you for the feast. I finished everything! With a 100 yen discount, the total bill was 1,000 yen flat.

At first glance, it seemed like the hurdle was high for newcomers at night, but based on the information about the daily lunch special, I decided to try it out. The entrance had a sign displaying "Today's Tuesday Seafood Bowl," and there was a line of customers waiting for the opening. We were able to enter almost everyone after the first round of seating, along with the other waiting customers. During the lunch hour in the business district, a line of customers waiting for the next available seats quickly formed at the entrance. The narrow entrance led to a deep restaurant interior that was neatly divided by shields. There were chairs lined up facing each other along a long counter, with a four-person table at the back. The place was covered with various notices, especially ones about "eating in silence" and "get 100 yen back for finishing your meal," which caught my attention. When entering, they asked about the amount of rice you would like. They provided a cup (for cold water) and a duster, and upon seating, they offered a complimentary drink service, including alcohol (very generous). I opted for sake. The main dish, the seafood bowl, which was served on a tray with small side dishes and soup, was of an extraordinary size. It was so generous that if it was in a certain coastal tourist spot, it could be priced at 2,000 yen as a bargain or even 3,000 yen as reasonable. The sashimi slices were thick and plentiful, with plenty of shirasu underneath. I ordered the "small" size, but I was completely full! The downsides were the shielded and cramped tables and the slightly intimidating elderly staff members who expected silent eating. Overall, it felt a bit cramped.

Lunch at this restaurant has a set menu for each day of the week, and today's special was Beef Cutlet Curry. After taking a bite, I immediately thought "delicious". The curry was spicy with minced meat, full of flavor, and the beef cutlet was thick and flavorful. The side dish of konjac was also well-seasoned, showing attention to detail in every aspect of the meal. The menu also includes seafood bowls and eel bowls on other days of the week, offering a variety that keeps you coming back without getting tired of the options. The price is listed as 1,100 yen, but if you finish your meal without leaving any leftovers, you get a 100 yen discount, making it very reasonable. I plan to visit on other days of the week next time. This is a delicious and affordable restaurant that I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal.

I went to eat the best value lunch at noon. It was Monday, so I had eel and omelette rice bowl. The eel, cut with chopsticks, had a fluffy texture and the omelette was very delicious with its soft and creamy texture. Most people find the small rice portion just right. If you finish your meal, you can even get a discount of 100 yen, showing their generous service spirit. The distance between the customers and the owner is close, and the woman sitting next to me smiled warmly, making me feel good. I would love to visit again on a different day.

On Tuesday, I had a seafood bowl for lunch. I went to the dentist in the morning and then took the day off to go out in the city. I arrived late, after 12 o'clock. The slices of fish were thick and impressive. The lineup included tuna, yellowtail, salmon, sea bream, octopus, shrimp, and whitebait. The rice portion was just right with a small size. The sea bream head was sold out, so I had the collar simmered. It was slightly undercooked and there were parts that were hard to eat, which was a bit disappointing.

This seafood bowl series consists of 20 restaurants, with 6 in Nagoya and 14 in Kansai. Starting the second half, the last one is heading towards the cheapest option... 2022 Seafood Bowl 20 Matchups - Part 13: Kameyama Gaku (Kyoto, Karasuma) A place that doesn't look like a restaurant at all. There is no sign, only a nameplate, and the name on it looks like a personal name, making it hard to enter. And when you open the door... you are greeted with a sign that seems to say "No visitors except for lunch customers," which can be quite intimidating. The lunch price has increased by 100 yen, and the menu has become specific to each day of the week. The seafood bowl is now only available on Tuesdays. I ordered the seafood bowl - large (400g) for 1200 yen, with a 100 yen discount for finishing it and a complimentary coffee. The seafood bowl itself is quite substantial, and it comes with various side dishes for this price.