I made a lunch reservation at this restaurant near Kyoto Imperial Palace. Over the past few years, I have tried more than 10 Kyoto-style bento boxes from various establishments, including long-standing ones, and this bento box from here ranks high in my personal overall evaluation. The flavors suit my taste. The bento box, like the one in the photo, consists of 6 items in a hand-carried tiered box, followed by a bowl dish, eel tea rice, and dessert, totaling 9 items. While there is no particular specialty, the assorted dishes, sashimi, bowl dish (Ebi Shinjo), and rice dish were all delicious and satisfying, filling me up. The room (private room), the interior of the restaurant, and the garden all exude a traditional atmosphere, which was nice. However, despite the polite service, there seemed to be a shortage of staff or perhaps due to the menu structure (many dishes are served at once from the beginning, so staff do not come to the room), it was unavoidable that we could not order additional drinks (no bell to call the staff) and rice dish (chazuke) was served less than 30 minutes after starting, with a request to eat it "while it's still warm," even though I had not finished the sashimi yet, which left me puzzled. Nevertheless, even considering these points, it was a satisfying meal and time at a reasonable price.

Lunch kaiseki course for 8,000 yen (+10% tax, +15% service charge). We also ordered a separate dish of 2,500 yen for celebrating our child's first meal and a sea bream dish for 5,000 yen. The portions were generous and very delicious. Thank you for the feast. We would love to come back for another celebration!

I selected this restaurant from the Japanese cuisine restaurants near Daikaku-ji for the Kyoto Restaurant Winter Special. I thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes, including the famous "Imadegawa Tofu." It has set a new benchmark for kaiseki cuisine. I believe there are few restaurants that surpass this one in terms of cost performance.

The stacked bento boxes were lovely. Worth experiencing at least once. It was inconvenient that there was no menu, considering it's a bento box. The interior was comfortable with sunken kotatsu seating. The old-fashioned atmosphere of the restaurant was well preserved. I'm not a fan of chunky beans, but the fish-shaped bean rice from Uoshin was delicious. The colorful presentation with plum and beans was also delightful. I have written more details on my blog at https://bishokuclub.info/2019/06/30/uoshin/. I hope this review can be helpful for those who are considering visiting.

I was taken to lunch during a professional networking event in Kyoto. The restaurant is located a little off Imadegawa Street, along a narrow Kyoto-like alley, and is a prestigious Kyoto cuisine restaurant known for serving dishes for Emperor Taisho and Emperor Showa. I had a bento box, which was divided into four compartments containing rice, sashimi, simmered dish, and side dishes. It also came with sesame tofu, clear soup with fish cakes, and fruits. The presentation was beautiful, and the flavors were delicate, allowing the ingredients to shine. I later checked their website and found out it was a Nishijin bento priced at 3,500 yen. With an 8% consumption tax and 15% service charge added, it becomes a decent amount, but considering the satisfaction of experiencing the atmosphere of a long-established restaurant, I believe it's worth the price. (I didn't pay for it myself)

When visiting Kyoto, one often struggles with where to eat. This isn't just a lunchtime dilemma, but also extends to dinner. In fact, deciding on dinner might be even more challenging. It's unlikely that anyone coming to Kyoto would settle for instant ramen for dinner. Ideally, one would want to go to a traditional Japanese restaurant. They would want to savor delicious Kyoto cuisine and enjoy tasty local side dishes. There are also appealing hidden French and Italian restaurants. The level of Chinese cuisine in Kyoto is high, and even Western-style dishes are delicious. There are places where you can enjoy tasty beef dishes as well. Oh, what to do? After much deliberation, you call a popular traditional Japanese restaurant. It's featured in "Ama-kara Techo" and "Fujin Gahō," and even listed in "Rurubu"... Oh no, they're fully booked. How about trying another place... Oh, that one's full too. Maybe we should go to an izakaya in Pontocho, even though it's a bit far... They're closed on Saturdays and Sundays. What should we do... This kind of dilemma can easily happen. In a city like Kyoto, which sees millions of tourists each year, the good restaurants are not just for tourists. In fact, I think it's the locals who frequent these places that make them truly delicious. In such situations, finding a good restaurant for a solo traveler or a small group at a reasonable price can be quite challenging. But fear not, Kyoto has a strong ally in "bento boxes from catering services." This ally, or rather this treasure, is invaluable. In Kyoto, where there is a culture of ordering dishes from catering services when hosting guests, each establishment has its own favorite restaurants, and catering services have honed their skills and reputation over time. There are many catering-only shops that do not have seating for customers. Among them, "Tsujidome" in Higashiyama Sanjo is considered the pinnacle. If a tourist wants to enjoy dishes from a catering service, they have to visit a restaurant with seating. However, considering time and budget, this can be challenging. But catering services have a powerful weapon, the "bento box." These bento boxes, created by catering services to compete with each other, are filled with the essence of Kyoto cuisine for various occasions like intermissions at the Nanzan theater, cherry blossom viewing, autumn leaf viewing, and evening cool-downs. They are not only visually appealing but also taste exquisite, as expected from top-tier catering services. So, where can you get these bento boxes from catering services? A reliable option is the corner in Isetan at JR Kyoto Station where you can pre-order bento boxes from catering services. Whenever I visit Kyoto, I always pre-order a bento box and sometimes pick up side dishes from the department store basement before returning to my hotel to enjoy a leisurely dinner. Being able to enjoy bento boxes from establishments like "Tsujidome" and "Hishiyama" without waiting or being disturbed, all for 5000 yen, is a luxury like no other. You can order bento boxes from renowned establishments like "Tsujidome," "Hishiyama," "Shinoyama," "Rokumei," "Harisei," and "Gion Nishikawa." This time, I tried the bento box from "Nishijin Uoshin" for the first time since I was quite hungry and it was exceptionally delicious. I regretfully forgot to take a photo of the bento box itself, but from the menu and leaflet, you can sense the skill and richness of its preparation. These bento boxes offer a convenient way to enjoy a variety of delicious Kyoto specialties. They are a top contender for a perfect dinner option when visiting Kyoto.

Visited with someone. Because it is located in Nishijin, it may be difficult for people from other areas to visit. Perhaps that's why the balance of the atmosphere, food, and prices at the restaurant is extremely good. It is not extravagant in any way, and there is a slight shabby feeling, but it also makes you feel the history. Perhaps it's because of the entrance and numerous exhibits. The food is plentiful and delicious. The landlady is friendly yet elegant, which is nice. It's a place you'd want to show off a little to close friends and bring them along.

Located in Nakamiyacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, this long-established ryotei in Nishijin area is recommended for those looking for an authentic dining experience. While the nearest station is Kitano Hakubaicho, it is quite a distance away, so it's best to travel by bus or taxi. The restaurant exudes a traditional atmosphere and offers a serene dining space. It is said to have inherited the techniques of court ceremonial kitchen knives and served celebratory dishes at imperial ceremonies, making it a prestigious ryotei. The premises include a famous well once used by Fujiwara no Teika for tea ceremonies and pine trees known as the Seven Matsuyama of the Muromachi shogunate. During my visit, I enjoyed the Nishijin bento. The presentation was vibrant and the flavors were delightful! This place offers a chance to savor visually appealing and delicious dishes, allowing you to appreciate the art of food.

National bullet gourmet tour 6th edition Kyoto. I wanted to fully enjoy Kyoto for two whole days, so I decided to indulge a bit and arranged for a sightseeing taxi. I sent a list of places I wanted to visit and foods I wanted to eat to the taxi company in advance via email, and chose from the recommended sightseeing courses and restaurant lists they sent back. For the first day's lunch during my Kyoto sightseeing, I chose Nishijin Uoshin. Although it's reasonable to enjoy Kyoto kaiseki in a bento, it's still quite luxurious. The Nishijin bento is ¥3,500 excluding tax + TAX! (◎_◎;) Upon passing through the curtain, Nishijin Uoshin had a very traditional Kyoto-style Japanese house feel, typical of a high-class restaurant. We had a private room, so we could eat without worrying about our surroundings. The bento that was served was beautifully arranged, and each dish was elegant and unlike anything I had ever tasted before. My friends and I enjoyed each dish deliciously. We had a blissful time enjoying delicious food in a calm room.

(Old log) When I went to Kyoto for work, I was taken to this restaurant by my business partner. The restaurant's appearance suggests a long history. Inside, there were splendid Hina dolls on display, retro lighting, creating a very nice atmosphere. When we were led to a private room, I was a bit overwhelmed by the presence of folding screens. It seemed like my business partner had already placed an order, as the dishes were soon brought to our table. It was a Nishijin bento box. Like a Matsukadō bento box, it had compartments with sashimi, simmered dishes, side dishes, and bamboo shoot rice. Each dish had a refined broth and seasoning, and they were delicious. In particular, I had never tasted such delicious bamboo shoot rice before. I am grateful for this truly Kyoto-like experience.

Not only the food, but also the dishes and the atmosphere are so satisfying that it fills you up.

It was wonderful. It wasn't out of my own pocket though (sweat)

The parking lot is narrow... but everything else is perfect~

We visited with quite a large group. Banquet dishes are often hit or miss, but here every dish allowed us to enjoy the seasonal flavors and was delicious. We toasted with sake in accordance with Kyoto city regulations. The salt-grilled ayu was a bit too salty though... The dishes were more easy-to-eat than innovative. The servers were attentive, even pouring drinks for those not drinking alcohol. Personally, I would like to visit again.

I visited Nishijin Uoshin, a long-established restaurant in Nishijin, to celebrate a special occasion. It was crowded with people celebrating Shichi-Go-San, which may have been due to its proximity to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. While they also offer lunch options like Nishijin bento (around 3000 yen) and set meals (around 5000 yen), I splurged on the kaiseki course (around 8000 yen) this time. I wasn't expecting much, but everything from the appetizers to sashimi, simmered dishes, and grilled items was delicious. The presentation of the kaiseki course really captured the seasonal essence, which was delightful. One downside was that the service staff seemed understaffed, making it difficult to get more drinks when needed. It would be great if they could improve on that aspect, especially considering the price we paid. Overall, it was understandable given the busy season, but a little extra effort in this regard would be appreciated.

Established in the second year of Ansei (1855), this renowned restaurant upholds the tradition of serving traditional cuisine. Located in the Nishijin area, it is a well-known establishment along with "Banki-ro" in the neighborhood. The restaurant is often used for gatherings and events due to its prestigious reputation. The dishes, particularly focusing on seasonal ingredients, are delicate and exquisite. The reviewer appreciates the refined flavors but admits that it may require a mature palate to fully appreciate them. The atmosphere and history of the restaurant leave a lasting impression, making it a place worth revisiting. The reviewer also comments on the name of the restaurant, suggesting that it should be referred to in a more casual manner. Overall, the reviewer acknowledges the importance of history and tradition in dining experiences and expresses a desire to return to this establishment.

I came to Kyoto on January 28, 2017. I booked a regular sightseeing bus to visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo Castle, and other places. For lunch, I went to Nishijin Uoshin, a restaurant near the intersection of Senbon Imadegawa in Kyoto city. You take off your shoes and go upstairs. They serve aristocratic cuisine and Imadegawa tofu. The appearance is wonderful, and the white fish sashimi is enjoyed with salt bonito flakes, which was surprisingly delicious! I even bought these bonito flakes to take home. Imadegawa tofu is a dark tofu with plenty of vegetables and walnuts, and it was also very delicious. Aristocratic cuisine developed during the Heian period as a grand feast in the social etiquette of the nobility, and it has been preserved as a noble-style cooking format. However, what is now called "aristocratic cuisine" has also been influenced by honzen cuisine and is not exactly the same as it was in the Heian period. There are also definitions that include honzen cuisine as part of aristocratic cuisine.