On the final day of my trip related to Kyoto railways, I stopped by before boarding the Tokaido Shinkansen. It was around 2:15 PM on a weekday. The shop is located inside the Shinkansen ticket gate at Kyoto Station. The front was open, making it easy to enter. The shelves and showcases were filled with various Kyoto souvenirs, mainly sweets. The Kyoto souvenirs here seemed to be more than enough for me (laughs). I purchased the "Ajari Mochi (5 pieces) for 712 yen (including tax)" from "Ajari Mochi Honpo Kyoto Kashiji Mitsuki". It's my favorite and this is the second time I bought it on this trip (the first time was at Mitsuki JR Kyoto Isetan Store). I enjoyed it back in Niigata. The "Ajari Mochi" comes individually wrapped in small bags. It is a small disc-shaped treat, about 2-3 bites in size, with a raised center. The surface is finely textured, with a beautiful fox-like color. The skin is moist and soft, yet chewy. This unique texture is really good. The filling is a moist sweet red bean paste with a refined sweetness. It was delicious as always. I finished it in no time. I should have bought more.

I woke up in the morning feeling a bit overworked from yesterday's binge eating. I did some desk work early in the morning and then waited for a deployment that never came, so I decided to head back to Tokyo. I considered having lunch somewhere before leaving, but my stomach was protesting from the previous day's indulgence. On the way back on the Shinkansen, I decided to do some desk work and have lunch, so I bought a bento box. I chose the Shimogamo Charyo Oyasai Shimogamo bento because my body needed more vegetables. Around the Shizuoka area, it was lunchtime. The bento was made up of mushroom rice and vegetable-based side dishes, which helped me relax and enjoy a gentle flavor after being in a tense state.

On a regular Monday at 7:20, I entered the restaurant and it wasn't crowded. I had the Chirimen Sansho Rice Bowl for ¥980 including tax, and a plastic bag for ¥3 including tax. It was a treat to have as a breakfast on the Shinkansen with a non-alcoholic beer. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I visited Byodoin Temple first thing in the morning and toured the Phoenix Hall. The doors were closed due to renovations inside the temple, but guided tours (for an additional 200 yen) were available for groups of 8 people at a time. I had planned to visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine on the way back, but I was too tired from walking and decided to go home on the noon Shinkansen. My legs were like lead. I was so enthusiastic that I ended up walking about 50,000 steps in 2 and a half days. (laughs) Anyway, I need a beer, so I bought a Ebisu beer. Without much thought, I decided to buy "Hippari Dako Meshi" for lunch. The total came to 1342 yen. Hippari Dako Meshi is a bento box with octopus legs and bamboo shoots mixed in rice. Review: Nowadays, you can buy bento boxes at supermarkets and train station fairs, but nothing beats eating a bento box on the train. Ah, it feels like I'm really traveling! Thank you for the meal.

Today I bought the Kyoebisenbei (Kyoto-style shrimp crackers) from Honke Kacho. I first tried these shrimp crackers and loved them, so whenever I come to Kyoto, I make sure to buy them before heading back. You can find them at events or souvenir shops, as there doesn't seem to be a specific store. Made with rice from their own farm "Kacho Farm," spring-caught shrimp from the East China Sea, and Kujyo green onions, these luxurious shrimp crackers are truly delicious. They take their time using high-quality ingredients, but regardless, I highly recommend these shrimp crackers.

I just missed the bus and rushed to Kyoto Station to catch the Shinkansen on time. Before leaving Kyoto, my last regret was not buying Ajari mochi. Thankfully, I found it after entering the Shinkansen gate. Ajari mochi, 5 pieces for 604 yen, was recommended by MyRebi from Hakata. It's a favorite snack of mine - thin skin, chewy, great value, and delicious. It was very convenient to find at the shop in front of the Shinkansen gate.

Before boarding the Shinkansen (which is quite empty on weekdays), I missed lunchtime and ended up at Furuko Miyabi inside the ticket gate, where I had the Chicken Rice Bowl with Fried Tofu for 850 yen plus tax. I also bought a plastic bag for 3 yen. The meal included grilled chicken skewers with minced chicken as the main dish, along with princess mushrooms, mountain vegetables, pickled radish, and more, all served with seasoned rice. The grilled chicken, seasoned with black shichimi pepper, had a nice aroma and was delicious. The side dishes and seasoned rice had a gentle and flavorful taste, reminiscent of a refined and elegant flavor. Instead of fried tofu, I deliberately chose fried tofu, which was also delicious. I also bought some fish sausages, which were of a more refined type, although personally, I prefer the spicy ground type (laughs). Overall, it was a pretty delicious station bento. Thank you for the meal!

I visited a revolving sushi restaurant called "Musashi" in Sanjo Kawaramachi, which I had been wanting to try for a while. I was sure that the sushi there would be perfect for a cute guy like me. I purchased some temari sushi and a canned beer for about 1,200 yen. The sushi had 9 types of toppings including duck breast, shrimp, egg, yuba, sea trout, squid, salmon roe, and conger eel. The sushi was small and cute, but delicate and tasty. The shrimp was also small and cute. Who cares about cannibalism, right? Anyway, it was a delicious meal.

On a regular Tuesday at 7:20, a customer entered the "Koto Miyabi" as usual in the Shinkansen station, seeking the "Chirimen Sansho Rice." They purchased the dish for ¥980 including tax and enjoyed it leisurely. The three types of sansho rice, kombu, and yuba paired well with non-alcoholic beer, satisfying them as both a snack and breakfast. I really like it. Thank you for the meal!

Transfer from the local line to the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station. Kyoto Station is great because there are plenty of souvenir shops scattered around even inside the Shinkansen gates. You won't have any trouble shopping outside the gates or once you're inside. I bought the following item here: Temari Sushi for 930 yen (tax included). Oh my, my husband. This 930 yen is really a great deal. It looks beautiful and really stimulates your appetite. It's a perfect dish for stylish girls, but of course, it's okay for guys to buy it too. Everything was delicious but... among them, the sushi topped with plenty of salmon roe. My heart stopped in slow motion as the salmon roe popped in my mouth. Bon appétit!

Just as I was about to jump on the Shinkansen, I caught a glimpse of "Akafuku" out of the corner of my eye. They sell it at Kyoto Station too! I was so impressed. I thought there was only one type available, but maybe I just didn't see the larger size? We devoured it in an instant with four people, and I was scolded for not buying more. However, Akafuku never disappoints. The sweetness and smoothness of the red bean paste, the balance of the filling and the amount of mochi inside are exquisite. The beautiful appearance with its smooth texture is irresistible.

Tokyo Business Trip Part 1: Kyoto Station Shinkansen Interior Sunday 7:25 am Just arrived at "Nakagawa" bento shop. Found "Conger Eel Chirashi Bowl" next to my favorite "Shredded Katsuobushi Rice"! This time, I purchased the Conger Eel Chirashi Bowl for ¥950 including tax. Enjoying it with a non-alcoholic beer on the Shinkansen! The rice mixed with the sauce is more delicious than the eel itself. Satisfying as a meal, but might get a bit boring as a snack. As a snack, I prefer the Shredded Katsuobushi Rice. Thank you for the meal.

This is a general store located inside the Shinkansen ticket gate at JR Kyoto Station. The store offers a variety of souvenirs and bento boxes, with a focus on local specialties. The store is not heavily influenced by JR Tokai, so it offers bento boxes with a strong local flavor. The recommended items are the "Hippari Dako Meshi" and "Kyoto Gyuzen," both of which are from Awajiya, a renowned bento shop based in Kobe. The "Hippari Dako Meshi" features octopus from Akashi, while the "Kyoto Gyuzen" includes Kyoto-style black pepper seasoning and pickled turnips. Other bento boxes in the store are also appealing, as they are made by local vendors. I tried the "Barazushi" and "Kakinoha Zushi" from the store. The "Barazushi" features pressed sushi with a unique flavor of mackerel, while the "Kakinoha Zushi" has a sweet vinegar rice with delicious mackerel and salmon. Overall, this store offers a variety of bento boxes with a Kyoto (Kansai) touch, making it a great choice for a quick meal at Kyoto Station.

Inside Kyoto Station's Shinkansen ticket gates, there is a souvenir shop open from 7 in the morning. A person born and raised in Kyoto is buying Kyoto souvenirs for themselves. It's not strange to do so for someone else, but there is always a feeling of guilt when buying for oneself. This shop is one of the souvenir shops inside the Shinkansen ticket gates. Over the past 10 to 15 years, there has been a significant change, with a variety of authentic Kyoto products available, moving away from the usual predictable souvenirs. However, it's difficult to determine if these are truly souvenirs. Our generation has no problem with items like Yatsuhashi and pickles. However, the previously mentioned Kyoto traditional souvenir shops like "Maiko" offer products from various famous shops like "Izuu," "Sasaya Iori," "Seigoin Yatsuhashi," "Senmaruya," "Chogoro Mochihonpo," "Tsuruya Yoshinobu," "Nijo Wakasaya," "Honke Owariya," "Ippodo Chaho," "Daishi," and "Daifuku," as well as condiments like "Genryo Kakugo," "Sawai Shoyu," "Honda Miso Honten," and "Murayama Zosuten." It's like a special event featuring well-known traditional shops rather than just a souvenir shop. In contrast, this shop still retains some of the traditional souvenir shop characteristics. However, ultimately, the selection tends to be from famous shops. For example, the "Maruta-cho Kawamichiya Soba Boru" (1,080 yen/270g can) is a good-quality soba boru with a long shelf life. It has a nostalgic taste that reminds me of childhood memories. I remember seeing this can in many households, along with the red-colored can of Seigoin Yatsuhashi, used for storing documents, indicating that it was widely circulated locally. However, when I look closely now, I can't tell if it was from "Kawamichiya" or "Kawamichiya" originally. Nevertheless, there is a slightly nostalgic taste to this one. I wonder if it was actually "Kawamichiya" that was in most households. I didn't pay much attention to which one it was, but when I tried it, this one seemed to have a taste closer to a traditional flavor. Hmm, it has a certain egg-like quality... In fact, the original "Kawamichiya" can be purchased at the Tobu Department Store in Ikebukuro, my current local area. They don't have the canned version, but they sell it in bags. So I usually consume the "Kawamichiya" version. But maybe after trying this one again after a long time, it had a more nostalgic feel, so maybe this was the main one in the past... I'm not sure. (-_-;) Additionally, I bought some Ichimi or Sansho from "Shichimiya Honpo" in Kiyomizu, for home use and as a souvenir. When boarding the Shinkansen, I naturally say, "Well, see you later..." and try to hide my guilt.

《Tokyo Business Trip Volume 1》Volume 1-21 Weekday Tuesday 7:20 AM. I need to get breakfast. I prefer to buy from "SUVACO" if possible, but it is not open yet at this time, so I bought it at the Shinkansen station. I purchased the ●"Nakagawa" chirimen sansho rice for 980 yen including tax, which I liked from the last time (refer to previous log). It is delicious enough to enjoy even when the rice is cold. It can also be a snack, and personally, it's a "no-fail deliciousness!" Thank you for the meal.

Purchased inside Kyoto Station Shinkansen ticket gate. Will eat on the 18:26 Nozomi train to Tokyo. Chicken teriyaki, tsukune, thin fried tofu, mountain vegetables, pickles on rice cooked with chicken broth. Topped with black pepper. Delicious, but all the flavors are very similar so it got a bit boring towards the end.

I didn't buy a return Shinkansen ticket because I didn't want to be tied to a specific time. On the day of my return, I found that there was only a two-hour gap available for the three-seat row I preferred. This meant I had to wait until the last train to go back to my home in Saitama. I felt rushed, but had to wait until that time. I had ramen earlier, but felt hungry again, so I decided to buy a bento box for the train ride. The Kyoto station was very crowded on a Sunday night, with long lines for buying beer, sake, and bento boxes. I searched for the least crowded store and found a bento box counter inside the station. It was a relief to finally board the train amidst the chaotic scene on the platform. As the Shinkansen passed through Shiga Prefecture, I opened my bento box. Although everyone chose different bento boxes, I only took a picture of mine and forgot to take pictures of my family's. The bento box featured sweet and savory simmered Omi beef with burdock, along with lotus root tempura, simmered beans, and rolled omelette. I also bought a cup of local sake from Kyoto to enjoy with the meal. I was delighted to be able to eat domestically-produced beef in a bento box. The meal brought back memories of enjoying red konjac, a local specialty, in Hikone. This trip was a rare occasion where I bought a bento box for both the outbound and return journeys. Although I rarely eat on trains, the changing variety and enjoyment of bento boxes has made me reconsider.

The bento and souvenir shop on the Kyoto Station Shinkansen ticket gate floor was convenient with a variety of options to choose from. Since I had missed lunch, it was a great place to grab something before my Shinkansen departure. I ended up choosing the refreshing chirimen sansho bento, which was incredibly delicious.

When you come to Kyoto, you must buy the rose sushi from Torimatsu. I didn't have much time, but I managed to get it just before boarding the Shinkansen. The taste is incredibly delicious, you won't get tired of it!