A shop with over 30 types of Japanese sake and fresh bluefin tuna sourced from specialty stores! I tried the bluefin tuna middle cut, which is limited in quantity and priced in the 1,000 yen range. The color of the fresh middle cut tuna that was swimming until 5 am is so vibrant! It's a fun experience to shave it with a spoon, and the meat is abundant and enjoyable on both sides. Perfect with a few glasses of Japanese sake, which they have over 30 varieties available at all times. The specialty bluefin tuna tamatebako, bluefin tuna torotaku, marbled black wagyu beef sushi, sake-steamed cream cheese, steamed chicken and creamy cheese on fresh yuba, fried taro, homemade raisin butter are all must-try dishes. The tamatebako is a must-try with various ways to enjoy it. The torotaku, especially when eaten with Korean seaweed, is incredibly delicious. The meat sushi is also a must-try. Each dish is truly delicious. The level of creativity in the dishes is worth experiencing. For dessert, try the soy milk dashi maki sandwich and seared mackerel stick sushi. It was a delight to eat plenty with a group of four. The shop is run by the former manager of a Shioriya-affiliated restaurant where I worked part-time for four years during my student days. I highly recommend this place for its impeccable quality. Follow me on Instagram @mapollo_gourmet for more affordable gourmet recommendations in Kyoto. Enjoy cost-effective meals, sometimes with a treat.

Last night after work, I went to "Ginjo Kurau Kyoto Station Front Store". This was my second visit to the Kyoto Station Front Store. The famous maguro tamatebako was still delicious as always, and we also ordered a variety of other dishes. Especially the tofu dashi maki sandwich and whole baked onion were incredibly delicious. Additionally, they had a wide selection of sake, so I tried various kinds and they were all delicious. #maguro #tuna #fish #seafood #seafoodrestaurant #ginjo #ginjokurau #sake #alcohol #sashimi #KyotoStation #KyotoStationGourmet #KyotoStationDinner #KyotoStationFront #KyotoIzakaya #akete_bikkuri_tamatebako #tamatebako #egg_sandwich #dashi_maki_sandwich #onion #tekka_maki #saku #want_to_drown_in_saku_laugh #namafu_daraku

A friend came from afar. My college friend is coming to Kyoto, so we decided to drink around Kyoto Station. Since I didn't know Kyoto at all, I asked my junior who lives in Kyoto to recommend a place, and we made a reservation at "Ginjo Kraudo". The time was 8:00 PM. When we arrived, the restaurant was almost full. I'm glad we made a reservation. My friend hadn't arrived yet, so I started sipping on a draft beer first. It's nice that such rudeness is forgiven among friends. When my glass was almost empty, my friend arrived. My friend had a draft beer, and I had a glass of Chiyokiku Kuro Nigori, so we toasted to our long-awaited reunion! The reason for choosing Kuro Nigori is because it contains charcoal. We ordered scallop with Tosazu jelly, Tuna Tamatebako, Grilled Eggplant, Chilled Nibitashi, and Ume Suisho. We added a glass of chilled sake. We also ordered Kyoto Hime Junmai Ginjo Takumi and Toyoryo Junmai. We added more dishes because we could still drink. We had Gout Tamago, Octopus Vinegar with Tosazu Jelly, and Mackerel Heshiko. My friend's choice of dishes were all dangerous items. If you order something like this, you'll end up drinking it all!! We then moved on to hot sake. Since hot sake is served in 1 go, we shared one between the two of us. We had Takanoi Special Junmai, Tamagawa Yamahai Junmai, and Kuzuryu Masterpiece. They were all served piping hot. We let the hot sake cool down before drinking. All the dishes were delicious, and I couldn't help but reach for the sake. The portions were not too big, so it seems like you could even drink alone. Drinking with old friends is really great. We promised to meet again in Tokyo next time and parted ways. I'm grateful to my junior for recommending such a great restaurant. Thank you for the feast.

Last night, on my way back from work, I visited "Ginjo Kurau Kyoto Station Front Store". I have been to the main store in Marutamachi before, but this was my first time at the Kyoto Station Front Store. I ordered the famous Maguro Tamatebako just like at the main store, and also ordered various other dishes. They had a wide selection of sake, so besides Sake, I tried various other types of Japanese sake. It was extremely delicious! #Maguro #Tuna #Fish #Seafood #SeafoodRestaurant #Ginjo #GinjoKurau #JapaneseSake #Sake #Sashimi #KyotoStation #KyotoStationGourmet #KyotoStationDinner #KyotoStationFront #KyotoIzakaya #AketeBikkuriTamatebako #Tamatebako #TamagoSand #Karaage #FriedChicken #Ittiki #Jikomi #Sake #WannaDrownInSakeLaughs

I visited this hidden gem of a restaurant because I wanted to eat delicious tuna. It's located on the basement floor and the seating is a bit tight, so you'll be close to the customers next to you, haha. The menu is mainly focused on seafood, of course. The tuna, which is the main attraction, was a bit sinewy. They have plenty of photogenic dishes, so I recommend this place for women.

It seems like it just opened recently. It has good access from Kyoto Station and the food is delicious! We were able to try various types of tuna ☺︎︎ I think it was my first time trying tuna prosciutto... and it was also delicious. There are semi-private rooms available, and the staff's service is just right and pleasant. I would definitely like to visit here again ☻

A former colleague who recently moved to Kyoto had a welcome party, and I was worried if he would fit in with the Kyoto lifestyle since he's a bit rowdy. However, he seems to be doing well with the help of his new friends. One of them recommended this restaurant to us, which has a great selection of Japanese sake and unique dishes that stand out from the typical izakayas in Tokyo. We had quite a few drinks, so the bill was on the higher side, but I believe the quality of this type of izakaya in Kyoto is better than in Tokyo. It's a great place for a casual gathering. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

The tuna treasure box was so fun and delicious. I enjoyed it a lot. Everything else was also delicious. Thank you for the feast. ♡

The maguro (tuna) treasure chest is visually stunning, making everyone reach for their cameras involuntarily! And every dish was delicious. The grilled mackerel was simple but, in my opinion, the most delicious. Despite the visual appeal, the course was quite filling. The restaurant was always bustling, so it may not be ideal for a quiet drink, but perfect for a lively gathering with friends. The 120-minute all-you-can-drink option was also much appreciated!

The food was all delicious. It was reasonably priced. Thank you.

I ordered a platter of three types of Tekka Maki sashimi and three pieces of Karaage, and they were all delicious. If you go around 17:30 or 18:00 on weekdays, it's relatively empty and you can eat quickly and leave. The staff members were not wearing masks, but there seems to be a trend of people taking off their masks, so I guess it's up to each individual. 😄

The food is delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant is nice. However, the service is not great. The staff is slow and they handle the drinks carelessly, which didn't leave a good impression.

I was able to try various parts of tuna and they were delicious. They use good wasabi! Thanks to the young and energetic staff, the dining experience was enjoyable with a fun atmosphere.

There are no major pros or cons, but it is acceptable. Suitable for both men and women.

I visited with a friend! They had a wide variety of sake and the fresh fish was very delicious! I would love to visit again when I go to Kyoto.

The food and sake were delicious!