"Sobaya Tesshin," which has a 40-year history, opened this year in Kyoto under the name "Saryo Tesshin." It was fully booked today, so we had to wait a bit before being seated. The place was bustling with many foreign visitors. Despite the busy atmosphere, I was impressed by the staff’s kind and attentive service. I go there every month, and this month's dish was the "Umi no Ko Soba" (Seafood Soba) for 4,000 yen. The presentation was incredibly beautiful and enticing. With plenty of mozuku seaweed and oysters, I expected the broth to be fishy, but it was wonderfully clear and remarkably delicious with no unpleasant odor. Floating in the center were five oysters from Hiroshima, perfectly cooked, plump, and packed with flavor. When slurping the soba, the taste of Okinawa's thin mozuku and the flavor of aonori seaweed wrapped around the noodles. Compared to the usual mozuku I'm used to, these are very thin, yet each strand has a delightful crunch, making for an interesting texture when you bite into them. Even with such strong flavors, the soba maintained its own distinct taste, which was impressive. After the meal, I enjoyed a cup of soba tea while admiring the beautiful traditional Japanese interior, the garden, and the striking gold-leaf artwork in front of the counter before heading home.

The "Adult Breakfast" has proudly secured a spot on the breakfast ranking! I'm so excited that this might turn into a long text, but please bear with me! Haha. Upon entering, I was greeted with a stunning golden wall adorned with a tiger! The wonderful scent of wood, calming background music, and the sight of koi gracefully swimming in the garden through the window were simply delightful. The soba tea served to me at the table was nothing short of amazing. What I enjoyed was: ☑︎ Adult Breakfast at the Soba Restaurant (includes Kyoto Duck Soba) - 6,000 yen - Steamed rice - Kyoto Duck Soba - Grated yam - Tofu - Pickles made by the owner - Grilled seaweed - Freshly baked financier - Matcha ◆ Grated Yam and Egg Yolk with Steamed Rice My favorite was the white grated yam topped with an orange egg yolk. The grated yam, made from round yam, is super sticky and stretchy, and it pairs perfectly with the yolk. The freshly steamed rice shines beautifully. First, I enjoyed the white rice outright, and then drizzled the grated yam over it. I ended up going back for more rice than originally served! I enjoyed it wrapped in seaweed, with pickles, and my mouth was in bliss—truly a moment of culinary joy. ◆ Soba The duck soba came with a generous piece of deep-fried tofu! Peeking underneath, I found Kyoto duck, Kujo green onions, and chopped tofu, creating a delicious medley of flavors all at once. ◆ Post-Meal Delight Finally, for dessert, I had a warm, freshly baked financier and matcha (you could choose between matcha and coffee). The financier is surprisingly gluten-free as it doesn't use wheat flour. I was wondering where the egg whites went after seeing the yolk used in the meal, but they went into the financier! It had a crisp outside and a soft inside, filling my mouth with the wonderful aroma of butter. The toasted buckwheat on top provided a delightful crunchy contrast, adding a nutty texture. ◆ Everything was delicious... Even the bonito flakes on top of the tofu were incredibly tasty. The tofu was so firm that I could easily pick it up. Just the combination of bonito flakes and tofu was delicious! Enjoying the flavors of the ingredients made me feel like an adult. ◆ Summary (if this can be called one!) The experience was truly enriching, both in terms of the atmosphere and the service. The staff (perhaps the owner?) provided such a pleasant interaction that it felt like I was visiting a lovely inn. As I left, they even decorated my umbrella with a ribbon, showing excellent service until the very end. It was perfectly comfortable. It's no surprise that the rest of my day was incredibly fulfilling. By the way, the impressive wall features a painting by an Hermès designer. The small tiger at the bottom represents the owner, the one above it is their child, and the large tiger is the master, all depicted playing with soba! It's fun to hear such stories. From 14:00 to 17:00, they also have a tea time where you can enjoy warabi mochi and financier! Whether in the morning, during lunch, snacks time, or even at night, I definitely want everyone to experience this! I would love to revisit for breakfast, but I’m also eager to try lunch since it seems more affordable. Thank you for sticking with me through this long text!

It's a very high-end soba restaurant. The entire interior has counter seating, and the decor is stylish. I had never tried Daigo soba at another place before, so it was delicious! There was plenty of cheese, and the dipping sauce had olive oil mixed in. The broth of the duck and green onion soba was also wonderful!

I made a last-minute reservation and entered the restaurant while transferring at Marutamachi after noon. Upon entering, a golden tiger greeted me right in front of the counter, showcasing the traditional elegance of the place. The luxurious atmosphere made me hesitate for a moment about eating soba here. I ordered the warm Kaga-style round potato tororo soba, which was delicious. However, I felt the prices were reflective of the inbound tourist market.

The traditional Japanese atmosphere combined with a modern vibe created by Shinsuke Kawahara is wonderful, and the staff was very kind. There was a noticeable attention to detail in the tableware and glasses, and the duck soba was extremely delicious. The broth and the ambiance, unique to Kyoto, made for a lovely memory. I would love to visit again. Thank you very much.

The taste is average, but the atmosphere is really nice! It's a must-reserve restaurant. The owner is very friendly and cheerful, which I love. The prices are high—maybe it's priced for foreigners? I noticed there were quite a few foreign customers. If the prices were lower, I would want to come more often, but it's too expensive for me to visit regularly.

During the holiday in the peak season, I made a reservation and visited for lunch. It didn't seem like the kind of place you could just walk into without a booking. The interior featured only counter seating and had a bright atmosphere with a small garden and an impactful Japanese painting of a tiger on the wall, which would likely appeal to foreigners. It had a photogenic charm that made you want to take pictures. I had the duck nanban soba, and the duck broth was fragrant, with a perfect balance of richness and sweetness, making it delicious. The 100% buckwheat noodles, the Kyoto vibe, and the somewhat hidden gem atmosphere make me want to visit again, this time for dinner to enjoy it even more.

The soba broth is so delicious and comforting! The rice can be refilled, too. The financier for dessert was also tasty! Everything was generally good, but considering the price of 6,000 yen, I think it's a bit on the expensive side. I feel like I've experienced it once and that's enough for me. I'd love to come back for soba during lunch.

The restaurant, notable for its impressive tiger folding screen painting, is located a bit away from the subway station. I ordered the Daigo Soba and duck nanban. The Daigo Soba, enhanced with Parmesan cheese, was especially exceptional in flavor. There were many customers from overseas, all looking happy. The staff were cheerful and attentive.

I stopped by after my business trip, and I noticed that there were many foreign customers. The interior is elegant, and I felt that the taste exceeds the price. I tried the Daigo Soba and a limited edition soba that is only available ten times, and both were incredibly delicious. You can really feel the restaurant's dedication! The dishes are also great for Instagram, so if you're interested, definitely check it out!

I initially visited the restaurant out of curiosity after hearing its great reviews. I was amazed by the atmosphere, the soba, the soba dipping sauce, the pairing with cheese, the egg, and the seaweed—everything was delicious. In the end, the flavor was so incredible that I added the soba-yu (hot water used to cook the noodles) and drank it all. I found myself craving it again and returned for another visit. This time, in addition to the soba, I was impressed by the elegant and fragrant cold soba tea.

I thought I would be nervous sitting alone at the counter for the first time, but the comfortable tranquility and luxurious atmosphere made for a very elegant and satisfying experience. I felt like I had truly become an adult. The ambiance of the restaurant was wonderful, and each dish was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious, so I highly recommend it. The tea had a refined soba aroma, and the financier had a lovely accent from the buckwheat. Before I found this place, I had struggled to find a restaurant that felt like a real experience of Kyoto. I'm so glad I chose this one. I made a same-day reservation, and it perfectly matched my vision of what I wanted. The staff provided attentive service, including detailed explanations of the dishes, making it a memorable part of my trip. Thank you very much.

I had Daigo soba! I never imagined that cheese and olive oil would pair well with soba, but surprisingly, it was delicious! The cold soba tea was also tasty, and it was great to finish with the soba soup using the soba broth!

I was looking for soba in Kyoto for lunch and came across a restaurant run by a master chef who operates a long-established soba shop in Miyazaki but has renovated his family home in Kyoto to serve meals. When I opened the door, I briefly wondered if I had mistakenly entered a hotel reception. After passing through a slender, refined corridor, I was led to a counter room. The stunning view that unfolded beyond the door was breathtaking. I initially intended to order the duck soba for lunch, but I was tempted by the fusion of parmesan and soba and decided to take a chance. It was absolutely delicious. Next time, I would like to try the duck soba, so I'll be back.

I visited for breakfast and found this place while looking around near my hotel. It’s a small counter seating arrangement with a nice atmosphere, and even the towels provided had a touch of luxury. The tea served to start was delicious. I opted for the breakfast set that included soba. Everything was tasty, from the accompanying tofu and seaweed to the carefully selected tororo and eggs. I chose the duck broth with soba, which included a piece of fried tofu underneath the hot duck soba, and it was incredibly delicious. I’m really glad I came to this wonderful place. I look forward to visiting again for dinner next time.

On September 10, 2024, I visited Saryo Tesshin in Kyoto for the first time. I forgot to make a reservation for wagashi, so I had to quickly find breakfast. The interior was clearly designed with attention to detail, giving it a luxurious feel, which was nice. I was tempted by the adult breakfast, but I ended up choosing the "Supreme Kyoto Duck Namban" because of its appealing presentation, haha. Thank you for the meal! The soba tea, the Supreme Kyoto Duck Namban, and the freshly baked financier made with buckwheat flour were all wonderful, especially since they are available only in the morning.

I have been grateful for your hospitality since my business trip to Miyazaki. After returning to Kansai, I visited twice. While other soba dishes are delicious too, the Daigo soba is something you can only taste at Tenshin, so I highly recommend trying it. During my visit to Kyoto, I was impressed not only by the taste but also by how much the atmosphere has been upgraded. I look forward to visiting again.

Recently, I've been seeing a lot about a soba restaurant on Instagram. The prices are on the higher side, and I was hesitant to go, but after asking my trusted gourmet friends, all of them said, "You should definitely go!" So I made a reservation and headed there. As I stepped through the elegant noren (shop curtain), I walked through a bright hallway to a long counter covered in red carpet. At the back of the counter, there was a golden painting of a tiger, and to the right, a garden with koi swimming in it. Classical music played in the background. Upon mentioning that I learned about the restaurant from actress Sakura Ando’s visit, the staff kindly shared a bit about her experience with a gentle demeanor. The cold soba tea was poured from a pitcher that looked like a work of art and placed on a tiger-patterned coaster. I ordered the "Daigo Soba" for 2500 yen. "Daigo" is an ancient Japanese name for cheese. When it arrived, the aroma of cheese gently spread around me. I was told it uses 36-month aged Parmigiano. After creating a small well in the middle, I dropped in a raw egg and mixed it in. Wow, it was delicious! I never expected cheese and soba to pair so well. The Parmigiano had a texture similar to bonito flakes, which mingled perfectly with the dipping sauce at the bottom, creating a delightful combination that was fundamentally Japanese despite being a blend of East and West. This balance was incredible! The "Kontobi" (maruyama nori) had a strong seaweed aroma, making me feel as if I was at sea. When I poured in the soba-yu (soba hot water) and held the large bowl with both hands, it resembled an Italian soup, yet the essence remained distinctly Japanese. Next, I tried the "Shifuku no Kyoto Kamo Seiro" for 3300 yen. I debated between the warm and cold version, but the staff suggested the cold option due to the heat. The soba was cold, while the dipping sauce was warm, offering a delightful relief on a hot day. The scent of the broth was enticing, but the aroma of the soba was even more pronounced! The soba smelled so good even before tasting it. The dipping sauce contained "Kyoto duck." While there are places that serve duck, very few in Kyoto offer Kyoto duck. As a duck lover, I was satisfied with its tenderness and refined juiciness. The sauce was rich with other ingredients like scallions, eggplant, and fried tofu. When I added soba-yu, it transformed into a broth reminiscent of soup. My friend and I discussed which dish was better, and we both agreed that it was hard to choose between the two. I can never enjoy soba at home again after this experience. I didn't realize soba could be such a gourmet dish. As a bonus, by registering for the restaurant's LINE account, we received "Soba Flour and Wasanbon Financier." It was incredibly moist and soft, with a delicate, honey-like sweetness. The crunch on top was made from buckwheat kernels. I learned that the financier is created because of the leftover white parts from the Daigo soba. Before visiting, I questioned whether the price of the soba was justified, but after tasting it, I realized it was worth even more. I hope to try the warm soba when the colder season arrives!

I visited for the first time after hearing great reviews on Instagram. The restaurant has been serving soba in Miyazaki for 40 years, and it has been remodeled from the owner’s family home. This time, I ordered the limited edition supreme duck nanban, which is only available in 10 servings. The soba is 100% buckwheat, the duck meat is juicy, and the broth is flavorful and delicious. Under the green onions, there were deep-fried tofu and burdock, which were fresh. I've heard that their signature dish is "Daigo Soba," so I think I will try that next time.

I saw such a wonderful soba restaurant on Mariya Yanagi's Instagram that I decided to visit. It was a bit on the expensive side for soba, so I was quite nervous about trying it. The interior had luxurious gold walls and a red carpet, which made me feel a bit more sophisticated. I ordered the duck nanban soba, and it was delicious—just recalling it makes me want to eat it again. When I added the restaurant on LINE, they kindly offered me a complimentary financier. Occasionally, I receive messages on LINE, and their choice of words is very elegant, leaving me with a warm feeling even after leaving the restaurant. Next time I visit, I’d like to try a different menu item.

I heard that TRADMAN'S BONSAI in Tokyo was displaying their bonsai for one day only at Charyo Tetsushin, and I rushed over because I couldn't miss this opportunity. It was such a delightful collaboration between two of my favorite places. I enjoyed a luxurious time surrounded by the beautiful gold leaf painting of a tiger and a five-needle pine, along with some Kyoto duck soba. It was an exciting and indulgent experience! Thank you so much!

From the moment I arrived, the hostess warmly welcomed me despite the heat. Upon entering the restaurant, there was a lovely smell of wood. The decor and cleanliness were outstanding, and I was seated at the counter. The golden screen and the beautiful garden outside were particularly impressive. The soba noodles were all incredibly delicious (we shared several different types), and my tired body quickly felt rejuvenated from the heat. However, the highlight was definitely the financier. It was gluten-free and gentle on the body, and I received it for free by adding the restaurant on LINE. I truly want to visit again!