Kyoto Obuya, a specialty shop for dashi chazuke, reopened as Kyoto Obuya Kyoto Station Front on August 31, 2022, with more convenient access. The popular shop with long queues near Nishiki Market, Nishiki Obuya, has been visited before and was impressed by its deliciousness. At Kyoto Obuya, they use a special "obu-tsukemi" rice from a long-established rice wholesaler with nearly 100 years of history in Kyoto. The basic way to eat is to first pour homemade dashi over the "obu-tsukemi" rice, then add toppings such as ingredients, homemade dashi, and "Obuya special grated bonito flakes" to enjoy rich umami, aroma, and depth of flavor. You can enjoy three different tastes from the menu, which includes various seafood such as sea bream, kettle-boiled whitebait, and salmon. This time, we tried the luxurious chazuke at Obuya for 1,800 yen (tax included), which comes with 7 kinds of seafood and pickled eggs, the signature product of Kyoto Obuya. The fish ingredients are carefully selected by a fishmonger with over 90 years of experience in handling fish at Kyoto Central Market, and they are glossy and tender. The grated bonito flakes are a blend of bonito, tuna, and mackerel flakes, creating a delightful aroma from the moment the meal is served. The soy sauce-pickled egg is also delicious when mixed with the fish. It's also a nice change to pour it over the chazuke rice. The dashi made from bonito and kelp is truly professional, with a mellow and deeply satisfying taste. They also have an opening commemorative menu, "Obuya's Hitsumabushi" for 2,900 yen (tax included). You can enjoy Kyoto's carefully selected ingredients in a light and refreshing dashi chazuke. When visiting Kyoto, be sure to stop by this shop. It's located at JR Kyoto Isetan, Restaurant Street, in the Eat Paradise area in front of the JR West Exit. Address: Jayear Kyoto Isetan, Restaurant Street [JR West Exit Eat Paradise] Operating hours: 11:00-22:00 (Last order 21:15) Irregular holidays

It was a regular night, but I waited for about an hour. The menu was extensive and I had a hard time choosing, but I ended up going with the salmon dish. The broth was delicious. I would like to come back when I visit Kyoto Station, but I also feel like it will be very crowded. After traveling, I always crave ochazuke. I will definitely come back!

I visited Kyoto Obuya Kyoto Station store (^ . ^) This place was relocated from Nishiki Market last year. I couldn't visit when they were at Nishiki Market, but the Kyoto Station store is open all day, so I visited during an off-peak time (^ー^) The system is to pay in advance and get a ticket first. There was only one customer ahead of me, so I was able to enter quickly (*>∀<*). I had the Obuya's luxurious ochazuke (1990 yen including tax), and you can choose the size of the rice. I followed the recommended way to eat it. Overall, it was neither good nor bad (´-｀) The quality of the fish was decent, but I personally felt that the broth was a bit weak (；ﾟДﾟ) Also, I prefer the broth to be a bit hotter (￣～￣；) The amount of fish was a bit small as well (T-T) Even when I tried adding bonito flakes and rice crackers, the flavor didn't change much ( ω-、) Considering the price, the cost performance is a bit poor (/--) If you visit here, it might be more satisfying to just order the cheapest menu item (´⊇｀) However, the female staff were very friendly (^ . ^) I think it's convenient to be able to eat quickly at Kyoto Station.

Inside Kyoto Station Building, credit cards are accepted with a pre-payment system. Instead of waiting in line, you receive a ticket and wait for your turn. I had the sea bream and sesame sauce rice bowl for 1200 yen. They use fresh sea bream and the rich sesame sauce with miso was a perfect match. I usually prefer white rice, but the broth here was so delicious that the rice bowl was also great. The addition of bonito flakes and wasabi added extra flavor, making the dish very enjoyable.

I arrived at the restaurant with my friend at 4:00 PM. It was a pre-payment system, and we paid after being called by the staff. The menu photos and the shop curtain had a good sense, so we decided to eat at this restaurant. All the items on the menu looked delicious, so it was hard to choose. I had the "Ebi Zukushi" (1500 yen). I chose the medium size of rice (200g). At first, we were recommended to sit at the counter seats, but we told the staff that we would wait for a private room to become available. After waiting for about 5 minutes, a private room opened up. The shrimp in the dish was a bit smaller than it looked in the menu photo, which was disappointing. There were plenty of shrimp, but the white rice in the bowl stood out more. The broth was said to be confident, but the taste was mild and lacked flavor. It felt a bit unsatisfying.

I arrived at around 1:00 PM and had to wait for 15 groups ahead of me before being seated. I checked in and then wandered around the station while waiting. I think the wait was about 45 minutes (very convenient to check on my phone). You order and pay when you enter, so the service is quick. It's nice that you can choose the amount of rice you want. The food is very delicious, especially the dashi which is truly Kyoto-style. It's so tasty that you can even drink it on its own. I recommend getting a large portion of rice and eating it as ochazuke without any toppings.

I finally got to visit the popular Kyoto tea pickled specialty store, Obuya. They have about 10 counter seats and a few tables. It seems to get really crowded during lunchtime, but I went around 3:00 pm so I was able to get in right away. I ordered the sea bream and sesame sauce rice bowl (¥1,200). I was happy that you could choose the amount of rice (I think even the normal amount is on the smaller side). It was delicious, the broth was light and easy to eat. It's a good place when there's no line, but I'm not sure if I would wait in line to eat here... The cost performance is not great!笑

You can enjoy seafood ochazuke just a 2-minute walk from the station! I went on a Sunday around 11:30, but had to wait for an hour! There is a system where you can check the waiting number on the LINE app, so I walked around the area... It was too hot, so I ended up standing and waiting, but on the way back, you can browse for souvenirs. I ordered the Salmon Special (¥1,100)! Payment is made in advance, and they confirm any allergies. You can choose the amount of rice when ordering, and the price remains the same. It took about 4 minutes... Side dishes were included in the set, so the waiting time was short *\(^o^)/* The dashi (soup stock) comes in a ceramic pot. Enjoy the dashi, ingredients, and condiments separately... There was a lot of wasabi near the seats, so I added plenty for a kick, it was delicious!

The restaurant is a bit tucked away but has an open layout and offers reasonably priced salmon rice bowl. I ordered the salmon set which had increased by 50 yen to 1,100 yen. The shiso leaves were chopped differently this time. The broth comes in a separate pot, so you can pour it in according to your preference and timing. I really enjoy the flavor combination of hot broth and fish, so I enjoyed it a lot. The restaurant has a fast-food vibe, so it's not particularly cozy at the counter, more of an eat-and-go type of place.

This is my third time visiting this restaurant! Even when I don't have much time, I can easily stop by for a quick meal, which is why both my friends and I love this place. When I visited Kyoto in mid-June and before heading back to Nagoya, I stopped by this restaurant. It was after 5 PM but we were seated right away. I usually have the sea bream rice bowl, but this time I decided to try something different - the scallop and spicy cod roe with butter soy sauce (¥990). The seared scallops and spicy cod roe were delicious. I started by eating them as is, and then enjoyed them as sea bream rice bowl with broth and condiments. I left the restaurant feeling satisfied, and then headed back home on the bullet train. Thank you for the meal!

After walking around Kyoto all day, we decided to end the day with something light, so we went to eat ochazuke. We used to eat it often in Osaka, but this was our first time trying it at this particular restaurant. The place had a new and clean feel to it. The portion was on the smaller side, but the salmon was delicious. The addition of bonito flakes added depth to the broth, making it interesting. It was easy to eat and just the right amount. It's not a place for a hearty meal, but it's perfect for a light bite while exploring or when you're having a late lunch.

This shop inside Kyoto Station has a spacious counter and a calming atmosphere with wooden interior. All menu items are served as sets, which come with toppings and pickles (probably Matsumae-zuke). I ordered the sea bream dashi chazuke this time. When I tasted the broth, it was light and not too strong. The sea bream was topped with sesame sauce, which paired perfectly with the broth. Toppings like rice crackers, sesame seeds, and bonito flakes added variety to the dish. Chazuke comes in a variety of fish options, so you can enjoy trying different ones. Thank you for the meal.

During Golden Week, I arrived at Kyoto Station at 10:30 and found Obuya, a popular Japanese restaurant located inside JR Kyoto Isetan's Eat Paradise. I started lining up around 10:40 and by 11:00, I was able to enter the restaurant. I ordered the "Salmon Special" for 1100 yen and the "Marinated Tuna with Green Onions and Grated Yam" for 1100 yen. The place was quite crowded, but I enjoyed my meal with a hot broth and various condiments.

Inside the station, convenient and delicious. Wonderful ✨ I went on Sunday at 11:20 and there was a 40-minute wait. You can take a number and check the waiting time and number of people from the QR code, so you can go shopping. Convenient. There are about four counter and table seats. I was hesitant, but I ordered the salmon. It came out quickly and was delicious with a gentle flavor. I especially like the condiments that come in the set! I forgot to take a picture, so here is one from the official website...

Here we go again! After having parfait, I wanted something light to eat, so I decided on ochazuke. I went to the same place as last time, "Obuya" at the station, and ordered the same sea bream ochazuke as before (¥1100) with a medium amount of rice. I ordered and paid quickly at the counter and then sat down. The restaurant also has tables at the back. It's mainly for tourists, so it can get crowded with people carrying a lot of luggage. I wish they had baskets to store our bags. The broth here is delicious. Both my friend and I finished our meal quickly. The turnover seems to be good here. It was not too busy when we went, but it might get crowded during lunch and dinner times. We left satisfied and headed back home on the bullet train. Thank you for the meal!

The restaurant was located close to the station, but as I was not a local, I had a hard time finding it. When I arrived at around 6:30 pm, there was a line of about 6 people, so I took a waiting ticket and waited for about 20 minutes. When it was my turn, I ordered the luxurious Chazuke at Obuya, and changed the rice to a large portion for free. When the dish arrived, I followed the way the restaurant served it, starting with just the broth and rice. It was delicious on its own, and then I added 7 kinds of sliced fish and an egg on top and ate it again. The flavors harmonized perfectly, and it was very delicious. The seasoned egg yolk was also a nice touch. Lastly, I sprinkled bonito flakes on top for a different flavor. It was delicious at every stage. However, the portion size was a bit small for the price. The restaurant had a stylish atmosphere and seemed to be popular among women.

I used it around 3:00 PM. It is located at Kyoto Station and was crowded, but the turnover was fast, so I waited for about 30 minutes to be seated. When I go to Kyoto, I want to eat this and that, but this place was just right to satisfy my hunger at a reasonable price. The prices are reasonable and the taste is delicious, so I would like to use it again.

I visited this restaurant at night. The location was a bit difficult to find. The menu was extensive, with all items priced below 2000 yen, making it a wallet-friendly and stomach-friendly place with delicious broth. I found that they give out numbered tickets, indicating its popularity. I had to wait for about an hour, so those with limited time should be cautious.

Salmon feast (1,050 yen) was delicious with hot dashi poured over it. The Kyoto-style ochazuke was very tasty. You can add condiments like bonito flakes according to your preference. Other menu items also looked delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant was welcoming and suitable for solo diners.

When I arrived, there was already a line, but after receiving a ticket at the reception, I was able to check the waiting time on my smartphone, so I could shop around without having to wait. All the menu items looked appealing, but I chose the shirasu and plum tea rice bowl. The broth was really delicious! It came with rice crackers and bonito flakes, so I could eat it right away. I would like to go back to try another menu!

The popular restaurant doesn't take reservations, so the line keeps getting longer. I waited for about an hour. I chose the salmon, and it was as expected - light and delicious. My companion had the whitebait, which was also good. It may not be filling enough for men, but you can choose the amount of rice. The table seating is relaxing.