I had ramen for lunch, so I couldn't have ramen for dinner as well. Instead, I decided to visit a okonomiyaki restaurant that I had been eyeing for a while. It is located in Umayacho, Kameoka, near Chiyokawa Station. There is plenty of parking available, so it's convenient to go by car! This time, I ordered the recommended seasonal specialty dish called Kika-yaki, along with yakisoba and okonomiyaki in a set for two people for 2,000 yen. This is a great deal for first-time visitors to get to know the restaurant's flavors. First, the Kika-yaki arrived with seasonal ingredients, and I chose the wasabi flowers. The dough seemed to have some flavor already, so the appearance was simple without sauce, but I encountered a new taste! The chewy texture of the dough, the crunchy texture of the wasabi flowers, and the subtle spiciness were all good. Next was the yakisoba, and I ordered the yuzu-flavored salt yakisoba this time. The colorful presentation is very appealing, giving off a spring-like vibe. The gentle scent of yuzu immediately stimulates the appetite. The crunchy texture of the cabbage was very good. Finally, the okonomiyaki arrived. The edges were intentionally left without sauce because the owner wanted customers to taste it as it is. The thick okonomiyaki was carefully made without compromising the crunchy texture of the cabbage inside. Overall, I think the dishes were well-prepared to highlight the ingredients. Thank you for the delicious meal!

My husband and I went to this restaurant together. It was my first time visiting this place. It is located in a peaceful location a little away from the city center of Kameoka. We tried five dishes today. They were so delicious that I ended up overeating and feeling full! - Seasonal grilled dish (Man-ganji pepper, soy sauce): I don't dislike vegetables, but I had never thought that peppers could be so delicious. The refreshing aroma of the pepper combined with the savory soy sauce flavor was amazing. It set a high expectation for the next dish. - Salt yakisoba (Mixed, original sansho pepper flavored oil): I already liked salt yakisoba and often ordered it at okonomiyaki restaurants, but the yakisoba here was the best I've ever had. The difference lies in the unique flavor of the sansho pepper that spreads when you eat it, creating a wonderful sensation. This dish is a must-try for those who love sansho pepper. - Okonomiyaki (Mixed, sauce): Thicker and fluffier than the usual okonomiyaki, this dish had a strong focus on the ingredients' flavors. Although it looked like a regular okonomiyaki with sauce on top, the taste of the ingredients was prominent, making the sauce almost unnecessary. - Seasonal grilled dish (Trefoil, salt): Have you ever had a dish where trefoil is the star? The aroma of the trefoil spreads as you take a bite, and the subtle addition of lemon makes it very refreshing. It's so delicious that you can eat as much as you want. - Salt yakisoba (Vegetables, original green onion flavored oil): Encouraged by the delicious sansho pepper flavored oil, I decided to try the green onion flavored oil as well. While the sansho pepper was outstanding, the green onion flavor was also impressive. The aroma of the green onions made the dish incredibly tasty, and I couldn't resist finishing it even though I was already full. - Parking: There is ample parking available at the shop's storefront and the vacant lot across the street. In summary, you can enjoy the taste and aroma of seasonal vegetables and wonder, "Have vegetables always been this delicious?" I learned that they source fresh Kyoto vegetables from the morning market near Kameoka. This time, the Man-ganji pepper was a new addition. According to my husband, the owner always recommends seasonal Kyoto vegetables and flavor combinations. They value aromas, so those who like condiments and aromatic vegetables will love it! I'm a big fan! Although it's located in a peaceful area, I highly recommend this restaurant to city dwellers. I live in Osaka and have tried various flour-based dishes, but I never expected to find such a delicious flour-based restaurant in Kyoto. It's a revolution in okonomiyaki! I was touched by the owner's passion and love for ingredients. There are still many dishes I want to try, but I'm full today, so I'll have to come back another time. [Update] I revisited in September 2011. When I asked the owner for the current recommendations, he suggested the seasonal grilled dish (Man-ganji pepper, miso), the seasonal grilled dish (Myoga, plum jam), and an early taste of autumn with the salt yakisoba with maitake mushrooms and sansho pepper flavored oil. The Man-ganji pepper seasonal grilled dish was made with miso this time to offer a different taste experience. I was happy that he remembered my previous order and made a new suggestion based on that. The recommended ingredients change with the seasons, so you can enjoy the restaurant anytime.

The restaurant serves okonomiyaki but if you expect that, you might be disappointed. It's not for those looking for a heavy meal either. However, the taste is amazing! Their specialty is a dish called Kikouyaki, which looks like a crepe but the flavor is unique and delicious, focusing on the taste of the ingredients. The location isn't great so it's not very busy, but that means you can enjoy your meal in peace. The owner is also quite interesting if you strike up a conversation with them.