I went out to explore a new restaurant during lunchtime after a long time. As I walked north from the intersection of Kawaramachi Street and Marutamachi Street, I found a restaurant called "Shunsai Adachi" that I had been wanting to visit for dinner. The restaurant is located about 100 meters up the street on the east side of the intersection of Kawaramachi Street and Marutamachi Street. The restaurant had its March lunch menu displayed on the signboard. Inside the restaurant, there were counter seats near the entrance and table seats further back. The restaurant had a unique Kyoto-style design resembling a bed for eels. Since I was dining alone, I sat at the counter where there were dividers for COVID-19 prevention. The restaurant was run by the owner and a woman who served the dishes. I had already decided on the menu based on the displayed options and ordered the "Salmon Bowl." As I waited, more and more customers arrived, but the table seats were not shared. While waiting, the food arrived, and it looked delicious. The side dish was a daily special, which was "Thick Fried Tofu Stew" on that day. Kyoto restaurants are known for their delicious miso soup, so I first tried a sip of the miso soup in the bowl. It had a rich and flavorful taste. Next, I tried the salmon with wasabi, and it was delicious with its fatty texture. The rice served was not vinegar rice but mixed grain rice, which paired well with the salmon. I finished the meal in no time, it was so tasty. I definitely want to come back for drinks at night.

I usually visit Adachi-san at night, but this time I went for lunch. I was torn between the oyster fry and the winter in Kyoto. I decided on the yudofu lunch. It came with small side dishes, miso soup, yudofu, and pickles. The yudofu was delicious, of course, but the miso soup was amazing. It was so good that I almost blurted out that I wanted seconds. Thank you for the meal.

I used it for lunch on a holiday in November 2021. Since it was mentioned that it takes a little time for grilled dishes, I chose a simmered dish from the menu. Obanzai (1000 yen including tax) Two small side dishes, rice, miso soup Obanzai Mizuna simmered fish Simmered taro and turnip Oden with burdock roll cabbage simmered pork The pork had little fat, and the simmered fish was cooked tenderly, with the flavor seeping in. It makes you want sake. The other dishes were also flavorful and delicious. Leaf and aburaage thread konjac This also had a typical obanzai feel, which made me happy.

There is an obanzai restaurant in Marutamachi that I have been to several times. The food is always delicious. For lunch, you choose a main dish and three side dishes. It's a great service to be able to enjoy a variety of small dishes.

After returning from the hospital around 1:30 p.m., my son wanted to eat Japanese food. The restaurant had a traditional Japanese house style interior which was very calming. The portion size was small, but the taste was elegant and I couldn't help but have a beer as well.

The restaurant opened at 6 o'clock, and we entered without making a reservation. When we asked, "Can we sit for two?" the man behind the counter gave us a stern look as if to say, "You should know that." He seemed like a tough and serious artisan. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was warm and cozy, which was reassuring. We sat at the counter and looked at the menu placed in front of us. We ordered a draft beer and a few dishes. Since the man was so serious, he didn't say much, and the dishes were placed silently on the counter. After finishing our order, my companion suggested leaving early. We left the restaurant after finishing the food we ordered.

The taste was good. A large number of Chinese tourists come to the store next door. It is reasonable.

I went to have lunch. It was very delicious, and I think it's the best restaurant in the neighborhood.

First time visiting this area and was excited to try out the different types of sake available. The recommended option is the sake tasting set, which I found to be a good value. I decided to stick with Junmai sake and enjoyed it warm. The variety of food options to pair with the sake was impressive. I ended my meal with a satisfying order of fried horse mackerel set. The restaurant is located a short walk from Jingumae-Meijijingu Station, in a less crowded area which I appreciated. I definitely plan to come back regularly.

I was taken to a very delicious restaurant. It's interesting how the choice of restaurant changes depending on the person you go with! In Kyoto's summer, it's all about conger eel! Conger eel hotpot, conger eel tempura! The best! Today, we drove so I couldn't drink alcohol, but there were definitely a lot of delicious drinks lined up! I will definitely go back to drink some alcohol!

Now, as I have been writing about this for a while, I used to live in an area called "Aragamiguchi" in Kyoto city, specifically around the intersection of Kawaramachi Street and Aragamiguchi Street. This area has always been a key transportation hub, with the Sanjō Ōhashi leading from Kitashirakawa through the Shiga Pass to Lake Biwa and the Nishiazumi Road. It is considered one of the seven mouths of Kyoto. Today, my acquaintance and I are planning to go on a bar-hopping adventure in this area, similar to what is called "sweeping the streets" in Hong Kong. We decided to visit "Shun-sai Adachi" as our first stop, a place I have known about for a while but never had the chance to visit until today. The restaurant seems versatile, suitable for various occasions. We ordered a vegetable salad, mackerel sushi, and grilled chicken thigh. The service was efficient and the food was delicious. The atmosphere was welcoming, and we enjoyed our meal. It's a place worth visiting again, and I might come back for lunch next time.

I was lured in by the sign for a ¥900 fried oyster set meal on a small blackboard outside the restaurant at lunchtime. Inside, the cozy counter seating looked inviting, but all the seats were taken by solo diners, so I ended up at a table in the back. The atmosphere was a bit cold and unsettling due to the high ceiling, but the hot fried oyster set meal that arrived was comforting. The set meal came with two side dishes, miso soup, and pickles, making for a well-balanced meal. The fried oysters were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and paired well with lemon and salt. The special sauce provided was similar to a mix of tonkatsu sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup, but I preferred the lemon. Overall, the fried oysters were a delight to eat, and I look forward to trying the evening menu at the counter seats next time.

October 2014 Revisit It's been about a year since my last visit, and the chef seems to be doing well, which is great to see. I wanted to drink the chilled 【KAWASEMI】 but unfortunately they didn't have it. It's one of my favorite chilled sakes. Oh well. However, the selection of sakes curated by the chef is always interesting and enjoyable, as they are constantly changing. While they mainly serve chilled sake, they also have some aged sakes that would probably taste delicious when warmed up. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. They also pair hidden sakes with dishes. They even hold sake tasting events, making it a recommended spot for sake lovers. I'll find some time to visit again. October 2013 Revisit I revisited 'KAWASEMI (Autumn)' in October. It's one of my favorite chilled sakes. The oden, ankimo, assorted sashimi, and salt-grilled mackerel were all well-prepared and delicious. You can choose from three different types of glasses at this shop, which is rare. The chef said, 'It's quite troublesome, but I want everyone to try various types of sake...' I personally like these kinds of shops. I think it's a great place. First Visit - September 2013 I heard about a shop called 'Adachi' near Marutamachi on the north side of Kawaramachi. I went there because I heard that the owner is very particular about sake. The shop has 10 counter seats and 10 table seats. The owner is busy cooking by himself. At first glance, he may seem grumpy, but when you talk to him, he's actually very friendly. The menu of local sakes displayed on the wall is impressive. One of the features is that you can choose the size of the glass. There are small (60ml), medium (90ml), and large (120ml) glasses. The small glass is around 300 yen, which is very reasonable. You can select four types of sake for a tasting set. It's only 1200 yen for four small glasses, which is a great deal. You can taste various sakes and find your favorite, or sip on your favorite sake from a tokkuri. This shop offers a wide range of choices. It's a blessing. The owner's desire for sake lovers to try different sakes is evident. I feel like the more I visit, the more I will appreciate this place. I would like to visit again at a more leisurely pace next time.

I went to lunch with my cousin before returning to Tokyo from Kyoto. We initially planned to go to the long-established Western-style restaurant Toyo-tei in Kawaramachi Marutamachi, but it was almost full and there was no food being served. So, we decided to try a Japanese restaurant that my cousin had been to before. It normally serves izakaya-style dishes in the evening. I wanted to eat oyster fry that day, so we checked the sign outside and went in. We sat at the counter and ordered the oyster fry. After waiting for about 10 minutes, the food arrived. It came with simmered konjac, boiled vegetables, pickles, miso soup, and rice. The oyster fry was made with small but flavorful oysters. They were crispy on the outside and delicious. Instead of tartar sauce, we enjoyed it with tonkatsu sauce. Did you know that oyster fry is a Japanese-born Western dish? I saw a travel show where a certain actress visited a fishing village in England and tried to find oyster fry, but couldn't, so she made it herself and received great praise from the fishermen. It is said that oyster fry was first introduced at Ginza's "Renga-tei." The connection between oysters in Japan and around the world is deep, with many oyster-producing regions, such as France and Tasmania, having roots in Japan. The taste of oysters is influenced by the nutrients and minerals in the local waters, as explained in a TV show I watched. That's all for the side story.

◇Revisit Comment◇ Actually, I visit this restaurant once a month. (It's a place I really love and want to introduce to everyone, but also want to keep it a secret^^;) The owner, who is usually not very friendly (or rather, shy), is still running the place by himself, but it seems like there are many regular customers. When it's busy during lunch or dinner, it's hard to strike up a conversation (he might get angry if you try^^;), but the food is really delicious. In the midst of many menus these days that emphasize where the ingredients come from or use a lot of adjectives, this place competes with good quality ingredients and reliable flavors. So when you ask the owner, "What do you recommend today?" or "What's delicious today?", he will reply, "Everything is recommended, and I only serve delicious things" (laughs). Truly a craftsman! I always thought the ponzu sauce and soy sauce for sashimi here were delicious, and it turns out they are homemade. Besides the dashi, they also excel in dishes like vinegar dishes, vinegar miso dressing, and sesame dressing, making ordinary dishes extraordinary delicious. The tofu is also delicious, and when I asked where they get it from, I found out they go all the way to a tofu shop in Nanzenji to buy it. They also go directly to the Central Market to choose their ingredients. Every time I hear stories like this, I'm impressed and think, "Wow, amazing!" But according to the owner, that's just normal! It's surprising how few places actually take these normal things for granted. They don't try to be flashy with their name or appearance, but offer genuine delicious Japanese cuisine at affordable prices. The lunch set (under 1000 yen) and the dishes at night are delicious, but the best way to appreciate the quality of the food here is through the reservation-only kaiseki course. You can be fully satisfied with the 4200 yen ume course^^ However, as I mentioned before, it might not be suitable for those looking for service or atmosphere^^;... I wanted to share this review to encourage the younger generation to try more authentic and delicious Japanese cuisine. (laughs) ◇Comment from 2010 visit◇ A friend recommended this place, so I went alone. It's a very quiet place, completely different from the hustle and bustle of Shijo and Sanjo, with a traditional Kyoto-style building. There are counter seats and table seats in the back, but the counter seats where you can taste sake are nice. There were many a la carte dishes, but I ordered the 3680 yen chef's choice course. It came with appetizers, sashimi, grilled dish, simmered dish, rice, and red miso soup, all of which were delicious, especially the simmered dish was outstanding. (It had eggplant and pork belly with a potato sauce that day) The owner was quietly cooking alone in front of the counter, and although he seemed difficult to approach, when I talked to him, he was a good conversationalist, especially when it came to sake. There were many types of sake, and you could taste them at a reasonable price, so I was able to try many brands while getting recommendations based on my preferences. It was so delicious that I visited again with friends for lunch. It was quite busy with nearby office workers during lunch. I ordered the side dishes and rolled omelette set, but they also had a variety of fried foods, grilled dishes, and simmered fish. The main dish comes with two small side dishes, rice, and miso soup, ranging from 800 to 1200 yen. The side dishes and rolled omelette were so delicious, with the broth being especially tasty that I wanted to just drink the broth in a cup^^; They serve an eel kaiseki course from June to August. In May, they also hold a sake event twice. In a time when many restaurants focus on appearance and performance, this place competes with sincere flavors and the personality of the owner! For someone like me in my forties, it was a very comfortable place. I think it would also be good for families or groups at the tables in the back. I definitely want to try the eel kaiseki and attend the sake event next time. Shunsai Adachi.

I had known about this restaurant for a while, but this time, I saw it featured in a magazine and decided to visit with a friend. The restaurant had counter seating and tables in the back. We sat at a table and looked through the menu, which had a variety of options. I was torn between the yakiniku set (1260 yen) and the oyster fry set (950 yen), but I ended up choosing the yakiniku set. When the food arrived, the yakiniku set seemed a bit lacking for its price. On the other hand, the oyster fry set had a generous portion of oysters. I usually don't eat oysters, so I couldn't enjoy it. The yakiniku was not only lacking in volume but also the meat was tough, so it was not very satisfying. The set came with miso soup, koya tofu, potato salad, and pickles, which was a nice touch. I regretted my choice and thought I should have gone with the grilled fish or vegetable tempura instead. However, my friend really enjoyed the oyster fry, which she said was delicious. The staff were friendly, the restaurant was clean, and they had a wide selection of lunch menu options. If only this restaurant was closer to where I live...

After watching the Gion Festival, we decided to have lunch and since we came all the way to Kyoto, we wanted to try a traditional machiya lunch. We walked from Sanjo area to Marutamachi and found a restaurant called "Shun-sai Adachi". It was quite hot and the walk was a bit tough. When we arrived at the restaurant around 1 pm, there were no customers at first, but soon after more people started coming in. I ordered the grilled kamasu (barracuda) set meal, while my wife ordered the grilled sanma (Pacific saury) set meal. The owner asked us if we had been to the festival, which added a nice touch to the atmosphere. The sanma set meal my wife had was delicious, with the fish being fatty and flavorful. The grilled kamasu set meal I had was also impressive, with the fish being large and the flavor deep and rich. The miso soup had a fantastic dashi flavor, and every dish was well-prepared and flavorful. The lunch menu offers around 10 different options, ranging from 800 to 900 yen. It's a luxurious meal at an affordable price. Overall, the gentle and comforting flavors made this a satisfying dining experience. The restaurant is a bit of a walk from Marutamachi intersection, but it's worth keeping in mind as a hidden gem for when you visit Kyoto. I would love to come back for dinner as well.

[October 2011] It's been a while since I last had a lunch set meal here. Seeing that they offer a variety of set meals during lunchtime, I decided to visit after a long time. The sight of oysters being displayed for the first time this season caught my attention, so that was the main reason for my visit. The atmosphere of the restaurant remains unchanged, with a young man in charge of the kitchen and the owner or waitress handling the hall. Both regular customers and passersby were present, making the place quite lively. - Oyster and Vegetable Tempura Set Meal (950 yen) I couldn't decide between oyster fry and tempura, so I chose this one. The oysters were still small due to the early season, but there were about 5-6 pieces, which was enough. The tempura was fried well, and the tempura dipping sauce was delicious. The shiitake mushrooms, pumpkin, green peppers, and eggplant tempura were also good. The set meal included two side dishes: a light-flavored simmered shirataki dish and simmered watercress with fried tofu and greens. The rice was served in a regular rice bowl, with a small amount of tofu and vegetable topping, along with tasty miso soup and eggplant and cucumber pickles. Having freshly fried tempura like this made me much more satisfied. All the dishes were subtly flavored but delicious, making it a good choice for lunch. It would also be nice to have them as side dishes with alcohol in the evening. I read from other reviewers that they offer authentic dishes that can be reserved in advance, which is also intriguing. [Initial Visit: April 2008] Located on the east side of Kawaramachi Street, between Arakimichi and Marutamachi, this is a Japanese restaurant. Intrigued by the sign outside saying "Grilled fish, simmered fish, various options starting from 800 yen," I decided to visit during lunchtime. The restaurant has a traditional Japanese style in a new building, with a counter that can accommodate about 10 people right at the entrance and table seating further inside. A young man mostly handles the cooking behind the counter, while a slightly older waitress takes care of serving and support. The man works silently and hardly engages in conversations with customers. In contrast, the waitress is friendly and will strike up a conversation. - Grilled Flounder Set Meal (1000 yen) The flounder was a decently fatty and flavorful dried fish. Although it was on the small side and a bit pricey, it was delicious enough to be acceptable. The set meal included side dishes of fried food, simmered pumpkin, and vinegar-marinated bean sprouts, all with subtle flavors. It also came with rice, miso soup, and pickles. Honestly, there was nothing particularly outstanding about the meal, but there were various customers dining in. With a wide range of menu options, there might be better and more popular choices available. I could see that they were preparing for the evening service as well, using high-quality ingredients, which showed their dedication. However, in terms of cost performance, it might be a bit tough compared to other places in the area.

During a weekday lunchtime, three of us visited the restaurant. The table seats at the back were fully booked, but there were empty seats at the counter, so we managed to sit together. There were several monthly set meal options and regular menu items available, but this time we chose the oyster fry from the monthly set menu. The chef seemed a bit troubled as he prepared our food inside the counter area, but after about 10 minutes, our dishes arrived. Overall, the oyster fry was well cooked and the sauce had a good flavor. The set meal, which included two side dishes, rice, and miso soup, for 900 yen seemed reasonable. However, the service was a bit lacking, which was a bit disappointing. If the service had been better, we might consider returning in the future.