I used it for dinner during my trip to Kyoto. Recommended by a friend who knows Kyoto well, so I had high expectations. As soon as I entered, I saw the dishes on the large plates and my excitement rose. I quickly ordered: - Herring and eggplant: such a delicious combination, you can really taste the clear flavor of the herring. - Vinegared mackerel: the vinegar has soaked in well, it's delicious, I could eat it forever. - Pumpkin and raw gluten with miso mayo dressing: another fantastic combination, the sticky texture is enjoyable. - Shirako (soft roe): delicious as always, it must be the season. - Fish balls, sweet potato tempura, and silver cod: everything is delicious, the careful work and gentle dashi flavor are soothing. - Rolled omelet: I ordered it last, and it was quite big, with 4 eggs. Eating it alone made me really full.

I was excited from the moment I entered the restaurant. This time, I reserved a counter seat. I wanted to come to a place with a variety of side dishes! As soon as I walked in, I thought that. I was delighted that the side dishes and the dishes I ordered were both gentle and delicious. It was enjoyable to see the live cooking right in front of me, and the staff's energy made the drinks taste even better. I wanted to try all the dishes! I would like to visit again.

Ishikawa-san, found by chance in a narrow alley. We were able to secure a seat as we arrived early and there were still reservation slots available. The seating is at the counter. Various dishes are lined up in large bowls, allowing you to enjoy them visually as you compare them with the daily menu. As this restaurant is popular among tourists, making a reservation is a must.

The miso dengaku of Kamo eggplant was so delicious that even though I'm not a big fan of eggplant, I thought Kyoto eggplants are tasty. The obanzai dishes were also displayed on the counter, and I couldn't help but want to try them all. The Yamazaki 10-year-old whisky was rare, so I ended up having a glass. The sake selection was abundant, and when you tell them your preference, they will choose for you!

I go there regularly and I definitely prefer sitting at the counter on the first floor rather than the second floor. It's nice to have someone take my order and being able to order while looking at the dishes on display. Smoking is allowed but it takes some courage to do so, although I don't see many people smoking there.

This is a restaurant where reservations are a must. Everything was delicious and I want to go back again. Today's obanzai, nanbanzuke, pumpkin and nama-fu with miso mayo dressing, pickled herring with eggplant, assorted sashimi, shrimp with special mayonnaise dressing, and nama-fu dengaku were ordered.

I was spoiled for choice with the array of side dishes lined up at the counter. The menu also featured a variety of appealing appetizers. I tried the owner's recommendation since there were some sake options not listed on the menu. The selection was perfect for my preferences, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was evident that they were knowledgeable about sake. The owner seemed young, and the staff were also youthful, but they worked efficiently and it was pleasant. This izakaya has great food and atmosphere that even a solo diner can enjoy.

I revisited after a few years. I think reservations are necessary. It's a relatively reasonable restaurant where you can enjoy obanzai dishes and the atmosphere is nice. The flavors are gentle, and they have a good selection of fried foods, side dishes, and drinks. The nanbanzuke of the day was salmon. The firefly squid and rape blossoms were refreshing seasonal obanzai dishes and delicious. I'd like to try something different next time. The assorted sashimi was satisfying with each piece being thick and delicious. The corn tempura had a light batter and was crispy. The nama-fu dengaku was incredibly delicious for those who like nama-fu.

When I came to Kyoto, I thought I should try obanzai, so I made a reservation online from 17:00 while checking Tabelog. It seems they had just started online reservations, and I was their first online reservation customer. It's about a 15-minute taxi ride from Kyoto Station, and the exterior has a nice old-fashioned house feel. Inside, a friendly proprietress dressed in a nice apron welcomed us. The interior has an L-shaped counter that can accommodate about 10 people in total. There were three staff members - the proprietress, a young man, and a young woman - all very friendly! The dishes included spicy stir-fried pork and green peppers, a refreshing salad with lots of vegetables, potato salad, sesame mayo salad with trefoil and fish roe, nikujaga (simmered meat and potatoes), pork loin with miso marinade, and yuba (tofu skin) with Kujo green onions and fried tofu in sauce (I forgot the name). Everything was delicious!! I wonder what it was? The combinations of dashi and other flavors paired well with the alcohol! We had beer, umeshu (plum wine), and grapefruit sour, which were not just simple sours but somehow intricate and delicious! With this much food and 6 drinks for two people, 4,000 yen per person is cheap. I was very satisfied! It's the most satisfying restaurant I've ever been to! I definitely want to visit again next time I go to Kyoto.

I visited this restaurant during my trip to Kyoto! It was the first day of a long weekend, so I couldn't make a reservation at a place I was interested in two weeks prior. However, miraculously, this restaurant had an opening! The atmosphere of the converted old Japanese house was charming, with tatami mats on the second floor. The dishes included home-cooked meals and other izakaya items like sashimi, sukiyaki, and nikujaga, which were delicious! The portion sizes were large, and I left feeling very full! I ordered a lot and had some sake, and it came out to around 5000 yen per person. It might be pricier in Tokyo, probably 1.5 times more. The only downside was that the dishes took a bit long to arrive, but the staff were very friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Kyoto! Oh, and the warabi mochi was incredibly tasty too!

The restaurant offers a wide variety of alcohol and dishes that pair well with it. Each dish is served in small portions, allowing you to try different kinds. Every dish is delicious with careful seasoning. The recommended spicy thread konbu was a favorite, perfect for enjoying with drinks. The sweet potato tempura brought out the sweetness of the sweet potato, and the smoked pork was well smoked with a nice aroma. The staff were all friendly and easy to talk to. The only downsides were that the restaurant was a bit cold, the shared restroom was not very clean, and smoking was allowed, so I deducted a few stars. However, the food and service were excellent.

Sapporo Lager in a medium bottle, simmered spicy thread konjac and shishito peppers, watercress and salmon roe with sesame mayonnaise, sashimi for two, seared bonito and avocado with wasabi mayonnaise, saikyo-style grilled Spanish mackerel, stir-fried halibut and kujo green onions. Both the food and service were excellent! I would love to visit again when in Kyoto!

It was my first time here, recommended by a friend. It had a very Kyoto-like atmosphere, and it was a lively izakaya where even the neighboring tables seemed to be having fun. They kept recommending sashimi for some reason, but I managed to avoid it and ordered a few side dishes and some sake instead. Everything was delicious, but it was a bit cold, probably because of the old machiya building. The group of women next to us also kept asking for the temperature to be raised. Overall, it seems to cater more towards younger people. I might visit again in the spring.

When I went to Kyoto, I wanted to try obanzai dishes, so I came here. It seems to be a popular restaurant. It's a bit hidden in a back alley, so be careful not to get lost. I was guided to the second floor, where there is a spacious tatami room. Noteworthy is that smoking is allowed in all seats, which is rare these days, but there were no smokers during my visit so it didn't bother me. The Shikuwasa Sour was slightly bitter with almost no sweetness, a perfect match for the dishes. The portion was generous. The Stir-fried Shirataki and Shishito Peppers had a unique texture with the shirataki noodles being smooth and easy to eat, complemented by the slight bitterness of the shishito peppers. The Vegetable Salad was refreshing and generously topped with ingredients like lotus root, okra, bell pepper, shimeji mushrooms, and mizuna, with a sesame dressing or mayo and vinegar. The Kujyo Negi and Seafood Vinegared Miso featured crunchy Kujyo negi and squid with a refined taste due to the white miso, which balanced the vinegar well. The Mentaiko and Perilla Omelette lacked the flavor of mentaiko due to the mild taste, but the omelette was fluffy and disappeared in an instant. The Salt-grilled Kujyo Negi and Chicken Harami had a good texture with plenty of negi, making the alcohol go down smoothly. The Beef Tendon with Ponzu Sauce was surprisingly hearty and tender, while the Hamo Tempura, a must-try in Kyoto, was delicately flavored and plump, served in two styles - plain and with shiso leaf wrap - with a savory seasoning that paired well with alcohol. Surprisingly, the bill came to around 2500 yen, which was unbelievably cheap, indicating that it's a cost-effective restaurant. The counter below displayed a variety of obanzai dishes, creating a lively atmosphere, so I would like to revisit with a small group to sit at the counter and order more dishes. It's a common fate during travels to push the limits of your stomach and eat even when not very hungry in order to stick to the itinerary.

It's a restaurant that's difficult to make reservations at. It's hard to visit. I happened to get in. I like the style of taking dishes directly from in front of you. I feel like I could eat enough to conquer everything. I ordered a sashimi assortment, but the bill wasn't that high. I'd like to visit again!

Even though it's an izakaya, the taste is truly professional. Choosing the small dishes lined up on the counter and being served in smaller portions is great for solo diners who want to try a variety of dishes. Everything is delicious beyond expectations and goes well with sake. The yellowtail kelp soup I had at the end was outstanding. I definitely want to visit again.

I see. It's no wonder it's crowded. The restaurant is located in a hidden corner, which adds to its charm. The service was also pleasant. The home-cooked dishes were delicious. The seasoning brought out the flavors of the ingredients well, and for this price, the quality is excellent. Even on weekdays, it's hard to get a table without a reservation, as many groups were turned away when I visited. It's wise to make a reservation before going. I think it's a great restaurant.

Located just a short walk from Karasuma Station, this restaurant is a traditional townhouse-style eatery serving obanzai dishes. I was lucky to get a table as a walk-in, but it seems they were constantly receiving reservation calls and had to turn away some customers, so I recommend making a reservation to ensure a spot. Although there is a second floor, I was able to sit at the counter seats surrounding the open kitchen. The obanzai dishes lined up in front of me naturally raised my expectations. Anyway, a draft beer and obanzai! The Stir-fried Ito Konbu and Shishito Peppers (630 yen) were delicious! The assorted sashimi plate with buri (yellowtail) and spear squid (market price) was delightful, offering different cuts and searing for a double enjoyment. The Grilled Bonito and Autumn Eggplant with Seaweed and Grated Yam (900 yen) were also exquisite! And of course, when in Kyoto, Matsumoto sake is a must. The "Sawaya Matsumoto Shu-Hari" (price forgotten) served in a firefly-patterned sake cup was enchanting. The Grilled Conger Eel in Sweet Miso (950 yen) paired well. Since they only offered domestic wines, I thought of trying a Kyoto wine, but ended up opting for a Nagano wine I had never seen before. The Goichi Wine Special (around 4000 yen) was actually a bit disappointing due to its lightness. Well, that's also part of the good memories, right? Finally, I enjoyed the Warabi Mochi and Sesame Tofu with Wasabi Sauce (780 yen). My body warmed up with the soft and gentle flavors, and unfortunately, it was time to leave. Thank you for a wonderful time.

When visiting Kyoto, I often stop by this obanzai restaurant. I love it so much that sometimes I visit multiple times during my stay. This time was a long-awaited visit after a while. [Ordered Menu] - Plenty of refreshing mixed vegetables (570 yen) - Miso mayo salad with pumpkin and fresh wheat gluten (570 yen) - Mitsuba and shirasu sesame mayo salad (590 yen) - Vinegared Pacific saury (570 yen) - Grilled Kyoto red chicken and kujo green onion with salt (750 yen) - Fried yuba roll with chicken and vegetables (700 yen) - Yakisoba (forgot the price) Overall, the dishes are delicious, with a variety of daily specials and regular menu items. The alcohol selection includes sweet sours with plenty of fruit juice, and a wide variety of low-alcohol options. Even those who are not strong drinkers can enjoy the place. [Impression of the Restaurant] Despite the long absence and the current situation with COVID-19, the restaurant's appearance, the numerous large plate dishes on the counter, and the behavior of the female owner remain the same. The taste and menu of the dishes have not changed either. When I complimented the owner on the delicious food, she casually said, "It's just simple side dishes that Kyoto people have been eating at the table since they were children." Even though she said that, the charm of the place is undeniable. I remember being shocked by the delicious obanzai when I first visited here, wondering what I had been eating in Tokyo all this time. I hope this restaurant, which continues to teach us the wonderful world of obanzai, will remain unchanged for a long time.