I went there for lunch. It opens at 11:30. I ordered Keema Curry Udon. My partner ordered Meat Miso Udon. The Keema Curry Udon was just okay, maybe my expectations were too high. I tried a bit of the Meat Miso Udon and it was definitely delicious, the meat miso flavor really matched well.

On Friday evening after 7:00, I went to "Jingu Michi Hatano". The building had a traditional Japanese exterior, and when I entered, I took off my shoes and went upstairs to find a lovely sunken kotatsu counter and tatami seating. Since I was the only customer there for udon, they kindly seated me at the counter. I ordered the "Keema Curry Udon (1200 yen)". It arrived in 7 minutes. With the first bite, it was delicious. It had plenty of Keema curry with fried tofu, kujo green onions, and a good amount of spice that nicely coated the udon noodles. For an additional 200 yen, you can get rice and a small side dish, which I regret not ordering as it would have been great to mix the rice with the curry after finishing the noodles. The hostess was very kind and engaging after the meal, making me feel very calm and at ease. The kitchen was designed with a traditional Japanese style using bamboo, giving it a mix of old and modern atmosphere. The space exuded a serene Japanese aesthetic, with elements reminiscent of a tea room. The hospitality I received was wonderful. I will definitely come back. Thank you for the meal.

I walked from Ginkaku-ji to Philosopher's Path and then to Nanzen-ji. On the way towards Chion-in, I stopped for lunch as I was tired from walking and starving. I was drawn to the name "Keema Curry Udon" on the sign outside the restaurant. The building had separate stores on the first and second floors, and I went to the one on the second floor where Mr. Hatano welcomed me. I left my shoes in the shoebox and went upstairs to a room at the back for my meal. I ordered the Keema Curry Udon for 1,000 yen and a bottle of beer for 550 yen. The udon was topped with Keema Curry, a unique visual presentation. The udon had a nice chewy texture. When I mixed it all together, the spiciness hit me later on. It was a delicious and spicy curry udon. There was a sign at the entrance saying "Please refrain from bringing children," so please take note of that. Bon appétit!

After a Noh performance at Kanze Kaikan that ended around 4:30, we wanted to find a nice place to eat. Most places in the area open around 6:00, but we found one that opened at 5:30. We called ahead and told them we would arrive a bit early. When we got there at 5:15, they welcomed us warmly. The restaurant had a cozy atmosphere with a counter and sunken tables. The food came out quickly, starting with a generous serving of sashimi. The portion was so big, we thought it was for three people at first. Even when more dishes arrived, like the Matsukado, the portions were still large. My mother couldn't finish her share. One thing that made us happy was finding finely shredded karasumi on top of the rice. Even though we were full, we couldn't resist finishing the rice. This restaurant is a gem in the Jingu-michi area. After the meal, we walked along the final day of the Hana Toro festival on our way back home (we ate too much, after all!).

We decided to visit the restaurant called Kamikyodo Hatano to enjoy some delicious food. Located on Kamikyodo Street near Heian Shrine, this small and cozy restaurant offers a simple yet carefully prepared menu. We made a reservation and were promptly seated on the second floor in a traditional sunken kotatsu seating area. We ordered the Matsukado Bento, which was beautifully presented with a variety of dishes including sashimi, grilled fish, and assorted side dishes. Everything was delicious, especially the fresh and firm texture of the sashimi. The homemade pickles were also outstanding. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience.

The main event this time was a live performance by a male singer with an enchanting falsetto♪... So, I headed to the Kyoto Kaikan. If you're going to Kyoto during the peak autumn leaves season, you definitely can't miss out on leaf-peeping! Feeling like a tourist, in high spirits~♪ I set out early for some leaf-peeping, and first things first, a delicious-looking lunch♪ After browsing through Tabelog beforehand, I found a restaurant (^-^)/ From Higashiyama Station, I headed towards Heian Shrine, turned at the intersection of Jingu Street, and almost missed it... but luckily I found the signboard! The restaurant required taking off shoes at the entrance and going up to the second floor. As I climbed the stairs, I could see the kitchen curtain to the left, tatami seating for groups of customers getting lively. To the right, there was a counter with 8 seats extending from the kitchen, and there were more tatami seats at the back. Although I had made a reservation, the place was so full that I started to worry. But I was seated at the counter without waiting, was it just by chance or thanks to the reservation? (laughs) There were only two lunch menu options, but when I saw the "Shokado Bento \2800" next to me, I immediately decided (^-^)v Inside the counter, the chef was incredibly busy, handling orders with a skill that made me wonder if he had four hands? (laughs) Despite the crowd, the dishes came out quickly. Shokado Bento: - Assorted simmered vegetables (taro, pumpkin, shiitake mushrooms, chewy paste, colorful string beans) - Grilled yellowtail - Fresh wheat gluten - Assorted bamboo basket (jellyfish, boiled octopus, burdock root, rolled omelette, simmered pork, shrimp, sweet simmered sweet potato, grapes) - Sashimi... tuna, yellowtail, red snapper dashi (forgot to take a picture), rice, pickles Each dish was delicious, elegant, and beautiful♪ It was almost a shame to finish such exquisite dishes. Among them, the sashimi was fresh, firm, and juicy! Oh, it was so delicious (*^-')b Being in Kyoto during the autumn leaves season, close to Heian Shrine, and with such a fulfilling taste and content at this price, it's no wonder the place was crowded. As I was leaving, the staff apologized for the crowdedness, but that's what I expected when I visited, and with that one word, I felt like visiting again. Also, the chef, who was so powerful at the counter, appeared refined and had a soft conversational style when I talked to him after things had calmed down, which further increased my favorable impression (o^-')b

A few days ago, I went to Kyoto with two friends at the invitation of a friend who will be traveling abroad for a year. We walked from Shijo Kawaramachi to Sanjo Keihan to Heian Jingu Shrine. We were planning to have lunch at Pizzeria Napoletana Da Yuki, which is famous for its stone oven pizza, but unfortunately, it was fully booked for reservations. We happened to pass by a restaurant with a striking sign and decided to go in. It was a small restaurant with only a second floor, located close to Heian Jingu Shrine. We took off our shoes at the entrance. Despite the quiet atmosphere outside, the restaurant was almost full even on a weekday. We were seated at the counter, which was spacious and cozy. The restaurant had the fragrance of a traditional Japanese catering shop. I ordered the sashimi set meal for 1890 yen, which included sashimi, simmered vegetables, red miso soup, pickles, and rice. While it may seem simple when written out, each dish was carefully prepared, and the freshness and deliciousness of the ingredients were evident. The tuna sashimi was particularly delicious, with a nice fatty texture. I left feeling satisfied and content with the Kyoto vibe. Considering the quality and atmosphere, the price was quite reasonable. This lunch at a Kyoto-style restaurant really enhanced the "Kyoto feeling" for me. I can only imagine how great the atmosphere would be for dinner at this traditional Japanese restaurant!

In this area, I couldn't find a restaurant that I really liked. The Japanese restaurant only had yudofu, but my friend didn't want to spend money on tofu, so we chose Hatano. The seating is in a tatami room, but you have to sit at a low table where you can see outside, so my legs might get sore. I'll sit at the counter. It's 35 degrees today, so I want cold water instead of hot tea. I ordered the sashimi set meal. The sashimi and side dishes are delicious. The raw wheat gluten and taro are subtly flavored. The rolled omelet is pretty good. But only 5 pieces of sashimi is too little... The miso soup was thick, like it had been simmered. My stomach is still far from full. Hmm, as an Osaka resident, I still think this is Kyoto prices. But considering the location being a tourist spot and the taste being good, maybe it's reasonable after all.