I had the most affordable hirekatsu set meal. It was quite filling with a thick piece of meat cutlet, which I had never tried before. However, I didn't taste much sweetness in the meat. It was delicious, but lacking the expected sweetness in the meat, making it a somewhat unsatisfying tonkatsu.

With my parents and grandmother. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was nice, and the dishes made good use of black beans, which were delicious.

Sometimes I visit here. Today's sirloin steak was excellent. Also, the skewers were delicious. It's better to eat than to talk.

Located between Ichijoji and Shugakuin along Takano River in Sakyo Ward, there is a specialty steak and tonkatsu restaurant called "Rashomon". The exterior sign above the entrance features a large Hannya mask, which makes a strong impression (the connection between this Hannya mask and the restaurant's name "Rashomon" remains a mystery). Inside, the warm lighting creates a cozy atmosphere. There is a counter in front of the cooking area, as well as several four-person tables. Looking through the glass at the back, you can see a small Japanese garden, indicating attention to detail in the interior design. I visited the restaurant on a weekday at 6 pm and was the first group to arrive. Despite the impressive exterior and spacious interior, there was only one head chef, which was a bit surprising. After reading the restaurant's website and a few reviews, I learned that the focus is not only on the powerful exterior but also on the bold flavors of the dishes. One highlight is their commitment to black wagyu steak. Rather than focusing on specific breeds or marbling, the chef personally selects high-quality meat based on his own criteria and serves it to customers, reminiscent of the philosophy of the high-end steak restaurant Yamazaki in Kyoto (I have not had the chance to visit Yamazaki yet, so this information is based on reviews). Another specialty is tonkatsu, with three types of pork available. In addition to tonkatsu, they also offer "ton teki". Customers can choose between a set meal or a "zen" meal, which includes small side dishes and dessert. The restaurant is quite unique in focusing on both steak and tonkatsu, so I recommend trying the "Hannya Zen" (4200 yen) where you can enjoy both a small steak (50g) and a ton of pork fillet (120g) at the same time. On this day, there were two of us, so we ordered the Hannya Zen and the most expensive Okinawan Agu pork loin ton teki meal. The steak was a 2cm thick sirloin, served with garlic rice on a small plate. It had just the right amount of fat, with a good balance of lean meat texture and tenderness from the marbling, different from the overwhelming marbled wagyu beef. The pork fillet tonkatsu exceeded my expectations, especially in terms of the quality of the meat itself. I often eat tonkatsu, but this was a completely different experience. The pork fillet was quite thick and delicious, with a clear sweetness of the pork meat. The Agu pork ton teki was also excellent in terms of meat quality and cooking perfection. In addition to the powerful main dishes, the side dishes and desserts are also distinctive. One highlight is the dishes and dessert made with black beans. The set meal includes simmered black beans and black bean miso soup, while the zen meal includes a black bean topped pudding (the Hannya Zen also includes black bean natto). The carefully cooked black beans have a gentle and elegant flavor, especially the black bean miso soup. Other items like tofu made with nagaimo and the salad (dressing) served with the main dish also show the restaurant's attention to detail in every dish. Although the restaurant has few reviews on food review websites, it may be a hidden gem, and I have already decided to revisit this wonderful restaurant.

I visited this place after about 20 years, which is marked by a Hannya mask when you go up Kawabata from Kitaoji. I saw an article in last month's evening edition of the Asahi Shimbun and felt nostalgic, so I decided to visit. There were no other customers when I arrived around 1 pm, so I was able to sit and relax. I had the pork tenderloin cutlet set meal for 1,800 yen. The sweet simmered black beans were served first, followed by six large bite-sized pieces of crispy fried tenderloin cutlet with a thin and crispy coating. The sauce on the side was sweet and went well with the cutlets. The taste was just as good as it was in the past.

A long time ago, when I was in kindergarten, my father took me to this restaurant for the first time. Back then, the restaurant was located a little up from Shijo-Kawaramachi. I remember feeling a bit scared of the large Hannya mask that was there at the time. Later, the restaurant moved to this area near Shugakuin, and has been in business for a long time. I used to visit this restaurant occasionally even after it moved here. My family would come here whenever we wanted to eat steak. This area holds many memories for me, as my maternal grandparents' house was nearby. The surroundings of Matsugasaki and Iwakura used to feel like remote islands. When I was in university, the road leading to Kamogawa was widened. I believe the subway extension to the International Conference Center happened later. The memories of walking from my maternal grandparents' house near Daikoku Shrine to this restaurant come flooding back to me. On this day, I visited this restaurant after about 25 years. The restaurant serves teppanyaki steak and tonkatsu, both made with domestic ingredients like black wagyu beef and Japanese pork. The interior of the restaurant is designed in a traditional Japanese style, with a small garden in the back. There are counter seats where you can watch the teppanyaki being prepared, as well as table seats. There is also a second floor with private rooms available. We visited the restaurant with my parents and my wife, a total of six people. My father treated us to a meal as a gift for Respect for the Aged Day. My son and daughter ordered the Black Wagyu Sirloin 140g set meal for a discounted price of 4800 yen (regularly 5400 yen), my father ordered the Kyoto Mochi Pork Tonkatsu set meal for 2000 yen (regularly 2400 yen), my mother and wife ordered the Shrimp Fry set meal for 1500 yen (regularly 1800 yen), and I ordered the Gunma Pork Mochi Pork Loin Tonkatsu set meal for 1500 yen (regularly 1800 yen). We also ordered an extra portion of Shrimp Fry for 1300 yen. We had a variety of drinks including draft beer, plum soda, and orange juice. The set meals included side dishes like Tamba black beans, salad, rice, pickles, and miso soup with fried tofu. The Black Wagyu Sirloin steak was cooked to medium perfection and had a rich flavor and tender texture. The Shrimp Fry was crispy and delicious, with plump shrimp and a light batter. The Kyoto Mochi Pork Tonkatsu was thick and juicy, with a satisfying crunch. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience with great food and a cozy atmosphere.

Koya Rashomon Han'nya, the eldest son of Han'nya, came back home with news of his marriage, so Han'nya decided to celebrate the occasion with a party at the restaurant. The party included Han'nya, her husband, the eldest son, and herself. Although the restaurant had changed a bit since their last visit, the powerful Hannya masks were still present. They were greeted by a friendly and kind master as they entered the restaurant, which had a warm and traditional Japanese atmosphere. They ordered Sirloin Steak set meals for everyone and toasted to the special occasion. The meal included homemade black beans, grated yam, and okara as appetizers, all of which were delicious. The Sirloin Steak was tender and juicy, and even those who weren't big fans of meat enjoyed it. The meal also included fragrant rice, pickles, and miso soup. For dessert, they could choose between almond jelly and black bean pudding, both of which were tasty. The restaurant also had photos of various celebrities who had visited, adding to the pleasant atmosphere. It was a memorable and enjoyable evening for the family, celebrating the joyous occasion with delicious food.

It was a revisit after about 20 years. The large Hannya mask hanging above the shop was just like the old days. I had the steak set meal. Quality of the meat: excellent. Cooking method: excellent. Taste: delicious! Atmosphere of the shop: elegant interior and layout. Staff: the master and the hostess had intelligent conversations. Overall: It may be a bit difficult to visit for sightseeing due to its location. You can choose between counter seats and tables, but dining at the counter is recommended for enjoying the taste, atmosphere, and conversations with the staff. Recommended for a sophisticated dining experience in Kyoto.

This is my first time getting takeout, and I tried the wagyu beef bento box. The salad dressing was amazing. The wagyu beef was delicious and the seasoning was excellent.