After having lunch at a long-established tonkatsu restaurant, I wandered around the old town area and ended up here. Today's purchases were: Karashi Tofu (Spicy Tofu) - Large 205 yen Soft Tofu 205 yen Hiro-Usu (thick fried tofu) x2 368 yen Fukudawara (rolled tofu) 270 yen Total: 1,048 yen The summer Karashi Tofu is ending soon, so you can choose between a large portion with more spice or a small portion with less spice for the same price. I got the Hiro-Usu for a side dish at dinner, and the Fukudawara with yuba (tofu skin) wrapped around it, which I tried for the first time, so I got just one for tasting. The Soft Tofu was used for a hot tofu dish. When you buy Fukudawara, it comes with instructions. I followed them and seasoned it a bit stronger along with the Hiro-Usu, adding some shiso leaves for fragrance. Eating things like ginkgo nuts, lily roots, and vegetables along with it felt good. The Karashi Tofu goes well with beer. And I enjoyed the hot tofu dish with just green onions. There was quite a strong soybean flavor. Due to its location and the fact that they also run a tea house, there were quite a few tourists, but also some locals coming in. The tofu is made and sold by middle-aged women inside. It's not the fancy Kyoto tofu for tourists. It was a great meal.

On this day, I visited Toyoukeya Yamamoto Honten in Kitano to replenish the deep-fried tofu in my fridge. I chose "deep-fried tofu (@230)" and "soy milk yogurt (@140)" this time. The shop is located about a 10-minute walk from Shiroume-cho Station in Kitano. Whenever I pass by, I always end up stopping by. As usual, there were many customers in the shop. I purchased "deep-fried tofu (@230)" and "unohana (@60)" this time. The deep-fried tofu from Toyoukeya is irresistibly delicious, especially when grilled over charcoal. It has a crispy texture and a rich soybean aroma. It goes well with soy sauce, ponzu sauce, green onions, myoga, grated daikon, and grated ginger. The "unohana" here is full of the umami of soybeans. It is a nutritious and delicious option. They also offer a variety of tofu products.

On this day, I visited Toyouke-ya Yamamoto Honten in Kitano. It's located just 10 minutes from Shirokumecho Station, and I always find myself stopping by when I'm in the area. As usual, there were many customers there. I purchased the "Yudofu" (deep-fried tofu) for 230 yen and the "Unohana" (tofu skin) for 60 yen. [Yudofu] I bought 10 pieces. Toyouke-ya's deep-fried tofu is irresistibly delicious. Grilling it over charcoal brings out its exquisite taste and crispy texture, with a rich soybean fragrance. It goes well with soy sauce, ponzu sauce, green onions, myoga ginger, grated daikon, and ginger. [Unohana] The tofu skin here is full of soybean umami. It's a nutritious and delicious choice. They also offer a variety of tofu options.

One of the best tofu shops in Kyoto! And it's very affordable! The tofu is delicious and satisfying. It's in my neighborhood, so I always go for a walk to buy some! The fried tofu is also delicious with a rich aroma! Perfect for a 3 o'clock snack!

I saw this place on Kyoto TV and decided to stop by out of curiosity. It had a charming old-fashioned atmosphere with lovely shops lining the street. I parked my car hazardously by the roadside and quickly made my purchases. There were many items that caught my eye, but I settled on black soybean tofu for ¥210, simple and not too strong in black soybean flavor. I also tried the handmade konjac for ¥150, which had a nice soft texture. The u-no-hana for ¥60 was firm and generously portioned. The soy yogurt for ¥140 had a sweet taste with soy milk. My friend got the sesame tofu for ¥210, fried tofu with scratches for ¥230, and hirousu for ¥60. We sampled everything later, and the sesame tofu was the most unique - not the usual chewy sesame tofu, but regular tofu with a hint of sesame throughout. It was a type I had never encountered before! The fried tofu was also delicious, cooked in good oil. Simply pan-fried with a little soy sauce and green onions, it makes for a tasty dish. It's like fried tofu steak! This tofu shop offers a variety of Kyoto-style flavors to explore, expanding the culinary horizons at the dining table. A delightful find indeed!

In Kyoto, there are various tofu shops of different sizes. Tonight, I purchased some momen tofu from Toyouke-ya Yamamoto for 160 yen to use in my hot pot. This momen tofu is noticeably softer and has more moisture than regular tofu, but on the contrary, if you drain it properly, it has a good taste and is less likely to fall apart. So, I started preparing the hot pot. I spent about 1.5 hours draining the tofu carefully. The main ingredients are chicken (thigh meat, tenderloin, and meatballs) and tofu. As you can see, the tofu is cut into fairly large pieces, but it can easily be picked up with chopsticks. The taste is also not bad. This shop has been in business for over a century, and they truly make good quality products. Thank you for the meal.

Located in Takigahana-cho on Ichijo Street in Kyoto, this long-established tofu shop specializes in Kyoto tofu. It's not too far from Kitano Hakubaicho Station on the Keifuku Electric Railroad Kitano Line, but it can be a bit tricky to find, so I recommend taking a bus or taxi. This shop was founded in the Meiji era, and is known for its dedication to Kyoto tofu, attracting fans from both the local area and across the country. They offer over 15 different types of tofu, all of which are delicious. My personal recommendations are the cotton tofu and fried tofu. They are delicious on their own, and also work well in miso soup or agedashi tofu.

Arashiyama Electric Railway (Keifuku Kitano Line) Kitano Hakubaicho Station (East) 765m "Toyokeya Yamamoto Main Store, Established in Meiji 30" opens early in the morning from 4:00 to 18:30. I love tofu~. In the summer, I prefer silk tofu, while in other seasons I like firm cotton tofu. The tofu here is delicious, and this time I tried the yuzu flavor. The scent of yuzu fills the nose, and the firm cotton tofu is delicious ^^

I bought yuba, karashi tofu, round tofu, and tofu yogurt with sesame. The tofu yogurt was really delicious! It was chewy. I want to eat yuba again.

The tofu in the pack is so delicious!! I was as impressed as I am with Sagamiya's tofu!!

Kind and polite service paired with clear delivery.

Fried tofu and tofu are delicious with anything.

I visited in the morning on a regular day. It's a tofu shop that I have loved since I was a child. It is a well-established tofu shop in Kyoto founded in 1897. The shop is located in the Kitano Shopping Street, about a 400m walk from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. On this day, I purchased my usual sesame tofu (210 yen). It is tofu with ground sesame mixed in, and the balance is such that the flavor of soybeans is the main focus with a hint of sesame aroma, rather than the sesame flavor overpowering. I love this stable taste that I hope will never change. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely visit again.

When it comes to the tofu shop in my neighborhood, for me it's Kawaguchi-ya. In various places within Kyoto city, there are small family-run tofu shops working hard. Among them, this is a major and long-established shop. I had to buy cotton tofu nearby. It cost 160 yen. The characteristic of this cotton tofu can be seen from the package (it says "firm tofu"). According to the shop's website, they make the tofu by putting silk-filtered tofu in a bucket, scooping it into a box lined with cloth, wrapping it in cloth, and putting weights on it. They have changed the way they make it from the old days when it was rough and firm. I think that very firm cotton tofu doesn't absorb the broth well, so we aim for a texture that is not too firm or too soft. We also make efforts to use delicious organic soybeans and pesticide-free ones, but there may be times when they are not available throughout the year. We can also provide the old-fashioned rough cotton tofu at any time. The old-fashioned tofu is suitable for squeezing and draining water. I used half for stir-fry and the remaining half for tofu. Thank you for the meal.

The tofu shop near my relatives' house has been there for a long time, but I never realized its value until now. I used to work at a nearby store and often passed by. Kyoto's underground water is known for its quality, which is used by many businesses including tofu makers. I recently bought some tofu products for review: soy yogurt and firm tofu. The soy yogurt had a unique texture, similar to Turkish ice cream, with a subtle soy milk flavor. I gave the firm tofu as a gift, so I haven't tried it yet. I look forward to trying it in a hot pot during the colder months.

I received a souvenir from Kyoto called "hirousu" and cooked it together with komatsuna in a simmered dish ♡ (The image shows the komatsuna stuck to the main dish ^^;) It was my first time hearing about "hirousu" as a food. I was told it's like a kind of ganmodoki. When you open it up, you find lily roots and ginkgo nuts inside, along with ingredients like burdock, carrots, etc. It's a luxurious treat that I don't usually get to eat. I was so impressed by it. The seasoning I used was a dashi pack from Niboshi, Kamada's soy sauce with dashi, sake, and mirin. The seasoning was just perfect. I would love to visit the shop next time I go to Kyoto. Buying hirousu as a souvenir from Kyoto sounds wonderful.

It's been a while since I visited this place. I usually buy tofu here, but today I purchased two blocks of thick fried tofu for 55 yen each. I cooked it at home and found it to be incredibly delicious, much better than the fried tofu sold in supermarkets. It's also very affordable and has a satisfying volume. This tofu shop has a long history and you can tell that the quality is top-notch. They also sell it at the department store, but the one made at the main store is even more delicious because it's fresh. There's really nothing to complain about here!

I send Toyouke tofu to a friend in Kyoto every year before Bon. In the past, I used to warn them not to travel with tofu because the taste would deteriorate, but that's a thing of the past now. Thanks to advancements in vacuum sealing and refrigeration technology, the taste doesn't deteriorate, and the distribution has also improved, allowing me to send the fresh taste of Nishijin. I usually select and pack the items at the store and send them, which cost me around 6000 yen. But this year, when I started selecting items myself, the staff recommended a set for 4000 yen. It's the Toyouke Service Set (12 items) for 4000 yen, including shipping! It includes soft tofu, fresh yuba, fried tofu, tofu milk pudding, and more. It's quite a diverse set. My friend who received it said, "Thank you every year! This year's set is luxurious!" in an email. I thought I was being extravagant every year by spending a lot of money on a set, but maybe my selection was nonsensical and didn't look luxurious. Well, they were happy, and I saved money, so it's a win-win situation! I'll stick to this from next year. I also bought some tofu for myself. I had handmade silk tofu with nigari as hiyayakko. It has a sweet soybean flavor, smooth texture, and firmness. Even though it's silk tofu, it feels packed. The garnishes like green onions, ginger, and myoga are classic. It's sweet enough to eat as is. The tofu sauce from Toyouke is good, but I prefer it with Shichimi Togarashi from Chobun-ya (Kitano) or with Matsuno soy sauce (Takamine). I enjoy the taste of Nishijin, Kitano, and Takamine with just one tofu. I think the hot summer will continue for a while, so I'll endure it with the cold tofu from here. My rating during the visit in August 2014 (The overall rating of the restaurant during the visit was 3.35.) Overall: 3.5, Food: 3.6, Service: 3.4, Atmosphere: 3.5, Value: 3.5, Drinks: 0.0

I am Shinnoemon. I attended a training conference in Kyoto yesterday and the day before. The venue was near Kitano, so I stopped by here on my way back. Customers keep coming in without a break, both locals and outsiders like me. This place is famous, after all. There are many famous tofu shops in Kyoto, but I generally buy from here. It takes about an hour from Kitano to my home due to the opening of the Second Keihan Road. I always carry a cooler bag with me, even when I bring the tofu home. Thin fried tofu is good when grilled, and you can also enjoy it as "Kasuga-don" with Kujo green onions. I eat the tofu as hiyayakko. My wife and I love tofu, and even if we buy a lot, we always manage to eat it all. We sometimes use this shop for "souvenirs" too. I think I have another trip to Kyoto in two weeks. I wonder what I will buy next time...