I visited the restaurant at 11:00 am on Saturday when it opened. The flowers on each table were lovely. The Chicken Curry Set with Achar was delicious. The Achar had a sour taste, which I usually don't like, but it was different from Japanese pickles and complemented the curry well, reducing the spiciness. The curry was authentic and had a nice aroma. The spiciness was more of a tingling sensation on the lips and inside the mouth rather than in the throat. There was also a side dish with a texture similar to soft stewed meat, which was tasty and fragrant.

Visited for lunch. It was my first time, so I ordered the classic chicken curry. It was spicy and flavorful, and I was quite satisfied! The chicken was delicious too! My friend ordered the Thai curry, which was apparently very spicy. However, they mentioned that the vegetables in it were sweet and tasty.

Today's special curry. I ordered the Korma curry from North India (with chicken). You can choose between regular size (1,100 yen) and large size (1,200 yen). You can also choose between white rice and brown rice. While I can't claim to know the authentic taste of this dish, it seems different from the creative spice curries I've had before. The balance of spices is good, with no particular flavor overpowering the others, but the spices are definitely noticeable. It has a rich flavor and is simply delicious. I chose brown rice, and it had a strong, pleasant brown rice flavor that paired well with the curry. The curry also comes with two side dishes (pickled vegetables and cumin seed potato salad). It's difficult for simple curries like this one to stand out nowadays, with the availability of tasty curry in retort pouches. However, if this restaurant has been serving this delicious curry for many years, it must be of a high standard. I would definitely like to visit again.

On the way back from Hyakumanben's handmade market, I stopped by this place called "Indian Curry" where the wind blows through the space. It was a rainy day, but the light rain made the open interior very refreshing. I had the Chicken Curry Set for 1000 yen (you can choose white rice or brown rice, comes with masala potatoes and salad). The chicken was satisfying and the spiced potatoes were delicious! I want to try the Thali Set next time.

This is a business trip to Kyoto. The main mission is attendance and earning credits, so I started with a hobby first. During my temple stamp collecting, I visited a place near Eizan Mototanaka Station not far from Shimogamo Shrine. There were two women dining. I ordered a Thali set with two types of curry (1700 yen). I chose the vegetable curry and the special chicken korma (with an additional 100 yen). I also opted for brown rice, which cost an extra 50 yen. Since there was chapati, the portion of rice was small and I ended up with leftover papad. The curries were generally mild and had a gentle flavor. You can adjust the spiciness with cayenne pepper on the table to suit your taste. The dal and raita were delicious, but it was disappointing that there was no rasam and the salad was just a regular salad. It was more about enjoying each dish separately rather than mixing them together like in a traditional thali meal.

Vegetable curry for 1050 yen. The first half was delicious, but I got a little tired of it towards the end. It was a bit more Japanese-style curry than I expected. I don't think anyone would say it's not tasty. The atmosphere is cozy and subtly decorated with an Asian chic vibe. I feel very comfortable there. I might visit again, not necessarily for the curry itself but for the ambiance. It's a great place to relax with friends or a date. Right by the Eizan Mototanaka bus stop.

I heard about this place from Nandi nearby, who is in the same industry, so I knew the recommendation wouldn't disappoint. I've passed by this place many times but never realized it was a curry restaurant. The interior has a gentle feel with a wood and green color scheme. Although I was interested in today's special, being my first time here, I went with the classic Chicken Curry set for 950 yen. You are served with a salad and steamed potatoes as sides, which are delicious with various beans mixed in and served piping hot. The curry has a traditional, old-fashioned look but the spices are well balanced. It's not overly spicy but has a gentle flavor, similar to homemade curry. The chicken seems to be cooked separately and added at the end, which works well. The brown rice is fluffy and tasty. The curry is delicious, and the cozy atmosphere of the restaurant explains why it's so popular.

The other day, I went to a curry restaurant in the former Tanaka area that I was curious about. DiDi. The entrance had a foreign atmosphere, and the interior was lovely. The handwritten menu was cute and stylish, creating a cozy atmosphere. I ordered the chicken curry, which came with side dishes and salad. The side dish was called Subji, which is vegetables seasoned with spices and sautéed. It was delicious, like a spicy meat and potato stew. The chicken curry was spicier than expected, but tasty. I also ordered chai as a drink, which was delicious. It felt fresh to have rice and curry from a Japanese-run restaurant, and it had an authentic feel to it. If it were closer to my house, I would definitely become a regular at this curry restaurant.

The day trip to Kyoto is coming to an end. For lunch, I had a meal at Mills, followed by soy milk soft serve, Yatsuhashi, and pickles... I ate a variety of things, but for dinner, I still wanted curry! I left Kawaramachi, where I had been walking around during the day, and headed to this restaurant. The restaurant is lined up along a main street. There is no parking lot, so I had to park at a nearby coin parking lot. It was a bit hard to find, and I started to panic a little (ﾟロﾟ; 三 ;ﾟロﾟ) When I entered the restaurant, the first thing I noticed was the scent of cardamom-like spices. The interior of the restaurant had wooden furniture, quilt cushions, forest photographs on the walls, and classical music playing in the background. When I looked at the menu, I saw cute, girly fonts and illustrations. Oh, could it be that this is not a curry restaurant after all? Then I noticed two Japanese women in the kitchen. The atmosphere made me feel a certain warmth. Ah! This is not a Nepalese or Indian restaurant, it's a curry restaurant run by Japanese women! The menu was very unique, with options like thalis, dal sets, Thai curry, samosas, hummus, and even tofu dishes. It's quite interesting. From the menu, I decided to order the thali set and a vegetable curry. ★ Thali Set Base 1700 yen. You can upgrade to brown rice for an additional 50 yen. Upgrading to the daily special curry costs an extra 100 yen. The set included chicken, vegetable, and special curry, along with two dishes of dal curry, subji, raita, salad, chapati, rice, and papad. Today's special was mushroom keema. It was served in a round silver karahi. First, I tried each item separately. Ah, I can definitely feel it... the dishes are prepared by girls who love natural, gentle, and delicious food in Japan (๐•ω•๐) Everything had a very gentle flavor that highlighted the ingredients. The spices were subtle, but the flavors and aromas of the vegetables, beans, potatoes, rice, and wheat were subtly present. Ah... it's truly delicious. I tried mixing them like I did at Mills, but I prefer eating them separately. Each dish seems to be perfectly crafted to bring out the best flavors of the ingredients. The dishes are beautifully prepared, and I felt like I wanted to savor each one - the rice, vegetable side dish, bean side dish, potato side dish, and chicken side dish. The dressing on the salad had a tangy flavor that reminded me of macrobiotic cuisine. The raita had raisins and bananas, adding a natural sweetness to it. It was a delightful dessert. ★ Vegetable Curry (à la carte) The curry cost 950 yen. It was served in a larger bowl compared to the set. The curry was thick and slightly greenish. I wonder what the green color is from. Ah, this curry is also very gentle. The sweetness of the vegetables slowly unfolds in your mouth. The vegetables were chunky and prominent ones were carrots and pumpkins. They were sweet and delicious, making me exclaim, "Carrots are so good!" (*´艸`*) The spices were subtle in this curry as well. While Indian cuisine is complex and stimulating, this dish felt soothing and comforting. I love both styles of cuisine, but perhaps this is what Japanese bodies instinctively crave. It was incredibly delicious. Thank you for a wonderful time. ☆

In Kyoto, there are quite a few so-called famous foreigners. If they are white, they might be an English teacher like Jeff Berglund, if they are Asian, they might be Nishanta, and if they are into outdoor activities, they might be Benicia. Perhaps the most famous among them is the wife of Benicia, who appears on national TV. She runs a restaurant that I've been wanting to visit for a while, but it's right across from the "Tengu Shokudo" so I haven't had the chance until today. On a Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, I enter the empty restaurant alone. There are two female staff members. I order the regular size chicken curry with brown rice. First, they bring me the sabzi, an Indian-style sautéed potato dish, and a salad. The sabzi has a subtle hint of spices. The salad has a slightly strong acidic taste. And then comes the chicken curry. It has a nice aroma. It's definitely an Indian curry cooked by a Japanese woman, with a slightly mild flavor but still with a good amount of spices. The curry comes with about 4 pieces of chicken, which taste a bit bland but still enjoyable. The brown rice is cooked slightly soft, giving it a gentle texture. Although it's labeled as a restaurant, the atmosphere feels more like a cozy café with delicious curry. Thank you for the meal. The restroom is located at the back of the restaurant, it's unisex and has a Japanese-style toilet.

I stopped by for lunch on my day off. It's located a little north from the Eizan Railway's Higashioji-dori crossing, next to Takelia Pachanga. The cafe has a cute and cozy atmosphere, with a Nepalese mountain house vibe. I ordered the Thai curry, even though they mainly serve Indian and Nepalese curry dishes. You can choose brown or white rice, and I went with the medium size white rice. The curry came with a salad, and the subji (vegetable dish) was delicious! I was surprised to find konjac in the dish. The spices were stronger than the sweetness of the coconut. It tasted like curry made by a Thai person raised in India, if that makes sense. The ambiance was soft and welcoming, with a single flower vase on the table. It's a friendly place for solo diners. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

Eiden, near Mototanaka Station. It's about a 15-minute walk from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station. This curry restaurant welcomes you with a relaxed atmosphere. I like this area because there are many small-scale shops and cafes with the owner's sense shining through. I started coming to DIDI because a friend I used to be close with lived nearby. I found it by chance and was drawn in by the relaxing atmosphere exuding from the shop. I mostly come for lunch. Various people gather here, including students from Kyoto University, locals, and foreigners with a vegetarian style, but the overall atmosphere is mellow and harmonious, which I like. It somehow reminds me of the movie "Kamome Diner"… All the staff are women, and their presence undoubtedly contributes to the good atmosphere of the shop. The dishes are prepared with care typical of women, resulting in gentle flavors. I usually order the chicken curry or the daily curry with brown rice. I enjoy the spiced mashed potatoes and carrot salad that come as side dishes while waiting for the curry. The curry is served on a flat plate, and the slightly firm brown rice complements it perfectly. The balance of spices is exquisite, authentic yet easily palatable for Japanese people. It's slightly spicy, but you can't stop eating with the spoon. When a curry is so delicious, it feels like a waste to take the last bite… Oh, the curry I was looking forward to, this is the last bite. I recommend visiting on a sunny day for a leisurely stroll. If you have time, it's also recommended to have chai after the meal. Enjoy!

Passing by the shop often for work, this was my first visit to a curry restaurant. The smell lured me in, and I found the place quite empty during lunchtime, so I could relax comfortably. Unsure of what to order, I went with the first thing I saw, the Chicken Curry. The waitress mentioned I could have it with barley rice for an extra 50 yen. Along with the curry, I got a small salad and some steamed potatoes. The curry had 3-4 pieces of decently sized chicken, but it didn't have any standout features. It wasn't spicy enough to make me sweat. There are many other items on the menu, so there must be some delicious options, but this one didn't quite hit the mark for me. I also didn't feel like it was great value for the price.

Returning to Motonakata area from Kitayama, we had lunch at Restaurant DiDi. This place had always caught my eye with its relaxed atmosphere. The interior was just as charming. The curry options included Vegetable Curry, Chicken Curry, Thai Curry, and Special Curry with Chicken Korma. The Indian curry set came with salad and subji. The Thali set offered a choice of two curries - Vegetable, Chicken, or Special - along with dal, subji, chapati, raita, and salad. We ordered Chicken Curry a la carte and Vegetable and Special curries in the Thali set. We also upgraded one portion to brown rice for an extra 50 yen. The Chicken Curry was flavorful and delicious. The subji and salad were also very satisfying. The Thali set was impressive and luxurious, with a variety of dishes that blended well together. I would love to come back here again.

This is a curry restaurant located in a row of buildings that have a nostalgic feel, near Motonakada Crossing. We sat at the small table at the back, which had a cozy corner feel. My husband had the daily special Chicken Korma Curry, and I had the regular menu Thai Curry. The Thai Curry was served with rice on a plate and curry in a bowl separately. My husband is not a fan of cilantro and other Southeast Asian cuisine, so he doesn't usually eat dishes from that region. It had a mild and creamy coconut milk base with a good amount of spiciness, and it was delicious with ingredients like daikon radish, carrots, konnyaku, and shimeji mushrooms. The Green Curry had a refreshing taste due to the Japanese-style ingredients. The Chicken Korma Curry had a nutty and slightly sweet flavor with a mild spiciness, making it easy to eat. The chicken pieces were tender, and the sides of potatoes and a refreshing salad were also tasty. This restaurant serves a mild and comforting curry that goes well with rice rather than naan.

DiDi Mototanaka's Indian curry restaurant September 12, 2012 Theme: Shop Introduction Located a little north of Eizan Mototanaka Station on Higashioji-dori. This restaurant is situated next to the previously introduced "Shisen-tei". It is an old establishment with an open front door, giving it a welcoming and casual atmosphere. There are about six tables and a counter, although the counter is not usable due to sweets being placed on it. You can easily enter and find a seat, even if you are dining alone. A slim woman will greet you upon entering, and there seems to be another woman working there as well. The menu is quite extensive, with four curry sets available: vegetable curry, chicken curry, Thai curry, and special curry. The regular size is 900 yen, while the large size is 1000 yen. I ordered the chicken curry. There is no option to choose the level of spiciness. First, a salad and a subji (curry-flavored dish) are served. The salad was similar to namasu and had a slightly sour taste. The subji was like nikujaga (Japanese meat and potato stew) with curry flavor. It was delicious, but the portion was quite large, and I found myself getting full before the curry arrived. The curry was served promptly on a large plate with plenty of curry and chunks of chicken. It was not very spicy, but you can add some chili pepper from the condiment on the table if you prefer it spicier. The curry had a thick Japanese-style texture and was enjoyable. The chicken was tender and complemented the curry well. Personally, I prefer a curry with a lighter consistency. DiDi 075-791-8226 22 Tanaka Okubo-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto Hours: 11:00-22:00 Closed on Wednesdays (or the following day if it is a holiday) Map: [Map link]