I had a set meal of tea soba and tempura bowl for about 2700 yen. The taste was honestly like any chain restaurant, nothing special. It was good enough for a quick bite while walking around. For those who want to relax and eat slowly, it might be a good option. It was nice to be able to see Hozan-ji Temple from the window seat.

In mid-June, I went to Kyoto for some business and stopped by for lunch. After finishing my business, I decided to head towards Sannenzaka and Yasaka Shrine from Kiyomizu-san, but the approach to Kiyomizu-san was crowded with people. It was a weekday, but it was so crowded! It was a little past 1 pm, and my wife was starting to feel tired. I could tell she was getting in a bad mood (which was not good). However, all the shops along the approach to Kiyomizu-san were souvenir and sweets shops. Among them, I found this restaurant. I walked a little down a path within the restaurant's premises from the approach to Kiyomizu-san and saw a calm building. There was a sign for "Nichigetsuan" along the approach with the menu displayed. It was labeled as Kyoto cuisine, so I was prepared for it to be expensive, but the menu and prices were more casual than I expected (though still touristy prices). As I walked down the path lined with plants, I saw a noren curtain with "Kyoto Cuisine Nichigetsuan" dyed on a white background. Inside the restaurant, there were tables set up comfortably, with about 80% of the customers seated. The back side from the entrance had large glass windows, offering a view of vibrant greenery. I checked the menu again. The lunch menu included kaiseki and set meals, ranging from around 3,000 yen to 1,000 yen, which was relatively casual for Kyoto. My wife ordered the eel bowl set (2,750 yen) and I ordered the shrimp and taro croquette set meal (1,980 yen). I was a bit surprised to see croquettes in Kyoto, but they were made with Kyoto-grown taro (not shrimp), so it made sense. Other options included two small side dishes, chawanmushi, yudofu hot pot, Kyoto rice, and pickles, creating a Kyoto atmosphere. There were also options like sea bream rice (1,430 yen), tempura bowl set (1,980 yen), tempura and tea soba set (2,640 yen), eel bowl and tea soba set (2,750 yen), premium eel bowl and tea soba set (3,630 yen), Nichigetsu kaiseki (3,630 yen), yudofu kaiseki (3,630 yen), and yudofu set meal (2,530 yen). The restaurant was filled with foreign tourists, so it made sense to have options like eel, yudofu, and tea soba. After a while, all the dishes were brought to us. The restaurant had a relaxed atmosphere with spacious tables, allowing us to enjoy our meal peacefully. While the individual dishes didn't necessarily exude a special Kyoto charm (for Japanese people), the smooth yudofu left a lasting impression. Oh, and the shrimp and taro croquette had a fine texture and a unique taste. It was the perfect time to eat as we were hungry and tired. After leaving the restaurant, we walked down the bustling Sannenzaka. We then continued on to Sanneizaka and Ninen-zaka. It was a satisfying meal.

It was not by the window side. For lunch, we ordered two eel bowl sets with tea soba for 2,750 yen each. The taste was average. The hospitality was poor for the price. They didn't even come to take our order, and the restroom was dirty. Even though this place in Kyoto seems to have customers coming in without any issues, I don't plan on coming back here.

I heard that restaurants in Kyoto are crowded, so I made a reservation and visited. Thanks to the reservation, I was seated by the window with a nice view of Yasaka Pagoda. The menu offers a variety of dishes including individual items and kaiseki cuisine such as yudofu and yuba at reasonable prices. I had the Otowa Gozen meal for 2420 yen, which consisted mainly of grilled dishes and sashimi. Every dish was delicious, especially the grilled salmon, tofu dengaku, and red miso soup. I enjoyed the meal while savoring hot sake and feeling the elegance of Kyoto. When I arrived, it was still a bit quiet before lunchtime, but by the time I left, there was a line outside the restaurant. I'm glad I made a reservation.

Near Kiyomizu Temple, we happened to pass by this restaurant and decided to eat here. There was a short wait as a few groups were ahead of us, but the staff kindly asked if we preferred to sit together by the window. We said yes, and they quickly prepared a private window-side table for us, which was a nice touch. We ordered various set meals and the highlight was the tempura shrimp in the children's tendon dish. It was delicious and generously portioned. The only downside was that the dishes were served separately. At the end, the staff wished us well during payment, which was a nice gesture. Overall, it was a satisfying meal experience.

I went to a restaurant near Kiyomizu-dera Temple during the light-up event, but most of the places were closed. I decided to enter without checking reviews, thinking it would be a good deal due to the reasonable prices. However, the yudofu (tofu hot pot) mentioned in the menu couldn't be made, the tofu dengaku was watery when I bit into it, and the yokan dessert was surprisingly watery too. The staff seemed flustered, and the atmosphere was not great. I felt sorry for the foreigners who would come in next, so I left the restaurant.

When you go to Kyoto, it's a must to visit Kiyomizu-dera for sightseeing. For lunch, I usually go to Nikkoan. You can enjoy a calm atmosphere and have a leisurely meal at a reasonable price. The staff at the restaurant are very polite and make you feel welcomed. This time, I had eel and green tea soba. The eel was soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. The sauce was light, perfect for enjoying some drinks even during lunchtime. The broth of the green tea soba was light and elegant in flavor. The portion size felt quite generous, and there are also options like yuba dishes. Unfortunately, I failed to take a photo of it. If I have the chance, I would love to visit again in the future.

Due to the impact of the coronavirus, we were unable to hold the seventh memorial service as originally planned, so our family visited Kyoto to pay our respects. We wanted to have a slightly formal meal in a nice atmosphere, and we happened to come across this place. It was reasonably priced, had a great atmosphere, and was located on a hillside with a wonderful view from the windows, making it the perfect place for our substitute memorial service. We ordered the Yuba Kaiseki, which was cooked in soy milk and was very filling and delicious. There weren't many customers, but a few other groups were also having lunch at the same time, so the staff were quite busy but efficiently managed to serve everyone. I wanted to have some tea, but the staff seemed very busy, so I realized it would have been better to order drinks in advance.

Near Kiyomizu Temple, I stumbled upon Nichigetsuan without checking any reviews. The entrance had a nice traditional Japanese atmosphere. I ordered the eel and tea soba set lunch for 2000 yen. It took a bit of time for the food to be served, which was a bit disappointing. However, the food was exquisite! The fluffy eel bowl was amazing. The tea soba with a subtle and light dashi flavor, as well as the chawanmushi, were delicious. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant without any complaints.

On the way back from Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto, we stopped by a kaiseki restaurant. I wanted to try tofu and yuba kaiseki, but my family member wanted something more filling, so we ended up ordering the following for dinner: - Unagi bowl set ¥2,160 - Yuba set meal ¥2,160 The unagi was decently tasty, but the yuba set meal was a bit disappointing for the price. Each dish lacked attention to detail and seemed a bit sloppy. In the yuba hot pot, we were told to enjoy the first sheet of yuba, but it was just a small piece before the solid fuel ran out, and we ended up with just a few vegetables in soy milk hot pot. The cleanliness of the dishes and the condition of the paint on them were also concerning. It felt like we couldn't fully enjoy the yuba set meal as advertised. Choosing a restaurant in a tourist area can be tricky...

I went around 7 o'clock at night. It's a restaurant near Kiyomizu-dera where you can enjoy Kyoto-like cuisine at a reasonable price. The Yuba Gozen is about 2000 yen, and there are several other options around that price range, so it's wallet-friendly. The dishes are served in order, starting with small dishes, and even dessert is included. The Yuba was delicious. The broth was light, and I ended up drinking it all like a soup. I recommend it when you want to experience a bit of Kyoto atmosphere.

I found this restaurant along the way to Kiyomizu Temple. It was located among souvenir shops, which was a bit surprising. If I were alone, I might have overlooked it. It was around 12 o'clock, but there weren't many customers. There were two staff members running the place. I was seated at a table with an Asian couple. I decided to try the eel bowl set that caught my eye. It was served in about 10 minutes. The corn tofu was tastier than I expected. The chawanmushi had an elegant flavor. Finally, the main dish, the eel bowl, was a treat. It had a generous portion of eel covering the rice, but the strong sauce was a bit overpowering. It was nice to have lunch near Kiyomizu Temple. Thank you for the meal. Due to Typhoon 21 approaching, I had to move my plans up by a day and return from Itami Airport.

On this day, after visiting Kiyomizu Temple at night, we sought refuge from the cold at a nearby Kyoto cuisine restaurant. They were kind enough to stay open until late, which was a lifesaver for us. We had just come back from Yokohama and were feeling the peak of cold and fatigue. The warm yudofu, miso dengaku, chawanmushi with anko, and large water yokan warmed us up from the inside out. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The restaurant was spacious and close to Kiyomizu Temple, which was nice. The food had a delicious Kyoto-style taste, but the restroom was not great and the prices were a bit high for what was offered.

I lined up for about 30 minutes on New Year's Day to have Sapporo Black Label beer and Yudofu (hot tofu) set meal. The food was okay.

"Yudofu Gozen. The yudofu was not made well and the yudofu and vegetables didn't arrive. It was delicious though, so that was good."