My rating is 4.0 [Food 3.9 | Service - | Atmosphere - | Value 4.0 | Drinks -]. Hmm, I usually spend my holidays staying at home or going outside (to Toyama or abroad), but this time I had some errands at Kyoto Station. I was worried about how crowded it would be, but it was actually not too bad. I decided to grab breakfast at the gift kiosk at Hachijo-guchi and found the "Loco Bento Rice Ball Bento" by Hokusa. It cost 560 yen and included 2 sausages, rolled omelette, fried chicken, 2 rice balls, and seasoned seaweed. The taste was solid and delicious. Especially the fried chicken, which was still good even when cold. The only thing that was a bit confusing was the seasoned seaweed. It was hard to wrap around the rice balls because it was too small. But overall, it was enough to fill me up. Thank you for the meal.

Over the weekend, my husband and I went on a business trip to Tokyo. However, my husband had a busy schedule, so we planned to meet at the business hotel where we were staying. I took the Shinkansen from Kyoto to Tokyo. For lunch, I bought the "Curry Bento" by Hokusaiai. The packaging and name have a bold feel to them, which I don't mind. It cost 689 yen. I warmed it up in the microwave and enjoyed it on the Shinkansen. The contents included pickled vegetables, shredded omelet, Keema curry over rice, curry-flavored fried chicken, curry croquette, rolled omelet, simmered hijiki seaweed and beans, quite a generous portion. The curry had a nice spicy kick to it. This bento showcased a variety of flavors and was well worth the price. Thank you for the meal.

"Kyoto Uzumasa specialty" [Location Bento] One actor's selfish bento, born from our house, if I were to say, it's just a luxurious indulgence, why not try it once. Location bento... it exists! The rice is a mix of domestic ingredients (broad beans, konjac, shiitake mushrooms, squid balls, silk pods), salted mackerel, fried chicken, rolled omelet, simmered hijiki seaweed, grilled eel, pickled daikon (made in China) Expiry date is 23:30 Manufacturer: Kyoto Hayashi Co., Ltd. (Hokyu Sai, Uzumasa Main Store) Tel: 873-5757 1,010 yen Location bento, is it really true? It seems so! It makes you want to eat it, right? Mondo Selection! Lalala~ One serving, two servings, three servings, set it up... Mr. Nakamura! This bento is suitable for a son-in-law, but it looks like a feast from the Edo period. The president I know delivers tuna toro rolls in a large okamochi to the golf course. We are grateful for it, but Mr. Fujita and Mr. Matsukata were talking about delivery black wagyu beef yakiniku bento or a two-tiered ojyu from a sushi restaurant. They probably don't eat regular makunouchi, right? Well, this is a regular bento for common people.

Here is a bento called "Mukodono" filled with the favorite dishes of Nakamura Shusui, played by the famous actor Fujita Makoto in the "Hissatsu" series. It includes saba shioyaki, unagi, chicken karaage, dashimaki tamago, and assorted vegetables. The bento is popular for location shoots at Toei and Shochiku studios in Uzumasa, Kyoto. It is known for its fresh ingredients and variety of flavors. The reviewer was initially hesitant to try a cold bento but was intrigued by the endorsement from Nakamura Shusui. They ended up enjoying the bento and also discovered other delicious options such as tonkatsu bento, Western-style bento, and kitsune donburi.

At Kyoto Station, inside the Shinkansen ticket gates, there is a souvenir shop with a bento corner that sells side dishes. I bought sesame tofu, pickles, and croquettes and headed to the Shinkansen. Sometimes, I crave croquettes. This one was from a bento shop in Uzumasa. It was very heavy and dense, like a lump of seasoned and fried potatoes. It was filling and satisfying, not greasy at all, with a delicious seasoning that didn't even need sauce. The skill of the bento shop.

When going somewhere, I always choose and buy various things here! The types of bento change regularly, so you can always find something new. There are usually a lot of people lining up, so it's better to go with some extra time. Also, there might be a wait at the register, so having money ready in advance will make things smoother. The bento boxes I tried were the Gyuzen and Fluffy Chicken Cutlet. Both were delicious. The Gyuzen came with black shichimi spice which was amazing! As for the Fluffy Chicken Cutlet, the curry cabbage, which is a recommended side dish, was a bit... well, not my favorite... sorry about that. If you're at Kyoto Station, definitely check out the station bento!

At Kanouya~ Every year on July 31st, there is a Kinki Branch Manager Meeting in Kyoto. The bento for the meeting in Kyoto is of higher quality compared to the one for the Tokyo Head Office meeting, so Kanouya always looks forward to it. This time, they prepared the Uzumasa Location Bento, specifically for the top executives. It is a beautifully arranged bento with nine compartments. Checking on the restaurant's website, it was confirmed that this bento is of higher quality than the regular location bento. It is indeed for the top executives. The taste is exquisite, with a delicate flavor but well-seasoned. Even though Kanouya usually doesn't like grilled fish in bentos, the grilled fish in this bento was delicious. The colored rice is also delicious. Oh, by the way, in Kanouya's hometown, they call mixed rice "colored rice." Looking forward to the meeting in Kyoto next month to enjoy another bento from Kanouya.

I returned to Shizuoka on the 18:58 bullet train. I only had breakfast ramen, so I was really hungry. I didn't have much time, so I decided to buy a bento box at the kiosk inside Kyoto Station. I couldn't decide what to get, but I thought something Kyoto-like would be good, so I chose the "kitsune-don" for 972 yen (tax included). It was neither too salty nor too sweet, and I thoroughly enjoyed the deliciousness of the fried tofu. The portion size felt a bit small, but it was just right for enjoying with a quick beer on the bullet train. The gentle and refined taste is something you can't find in Shizuoka. I really enjoyed it. Thank you for the meal.

I also had this on the Shinkansen ride back from Kyoto. I had never tried kitsune-don before, so it was my first attempt. I thought since Kyoto is known for delicious tofu and aburaage, it would be good. The bowl was packed with rice topped with plenty of aburaage and Kujo negi. As a big fan of aburaage and Kujo negi, I was very satisfied. The aburaage didn't have much color, but it was filled with the rich flavor of dashi. One thing I realized in Kyoto is that the taste is truly elegant! This trip allowed me to fully enjoy the essence of Kyoto until the very end. Thank you for the meal!

On a morning heading to Fukuyama, I was a bit short on time and ended up buying breakfast at Subaco without the luxury of using the microwave as usual, so I headed to the Shinkansen concourse. I bought a conger eel bento from Awajiyasan and this "Kyoto-style fried fish with sansho pepper flavor." This dish holds a special memory for me. It was the first time I was heading to Fukuyama alone from Kyoto when my friend's assignment in Toyama was decided, and I happened to pick this up. I didn't know what to expect, but it turned out to be different from regular fried fish. It was like, there was a real "regular fried fish" there. However, the batter had a significant amount of sansho pepper, so it may not be recommended for those who dislike sansho pepper. Looking at the ingredients, it consists of chicken thigh meat, wheat flour, ginger, sansho pepper, salt, and soybean oil. That's it. No eggs or garlic used. On the other hand, a certain major frozen fried fish. The additives include processed starch (used to maintain the juiciness of the chicken and improve the texture of the batter), pH adjuster (mainly sodium acetate to stabilize the texture of the meat), phosphate (used to keep the meat tender even after heating), thickening polysaccharides (used to improve the cohesion of the meat and apply the batter evenly), flavoring (used for aroma), leavening agent (baking soda-based expanding powder used to improve the texture of the batter), emulsifier (fatty acid used to improve the texture of the batter), vinegar (used to maintain the quality after thawing), acerola concentrated juice (used to maintain the quality after thawing). I don't take a strict stance that food additives are absolutely bad. And the comparison between homemade side dishes and frozen foods may not be fair. But still, you know. I prefer not to consume unnecessary things if possible. However, this major company still discloses information, so it's still better. A certain major convenience store's ●○-kun, on the other hand, has a mystery about the origin of the chicken and no information on additives. In any case, this fried fish here is good as a snack, side dish, and even (like today) when eaten cold. Actually, I prefer this fried fish over the one in the "fried fish bento" I previously posted, as the flavor is slightly different and I like this one better as fried fish. While sharing this with my friend in the car, memories of the past come back. My friend is unaware of such things and is engrossed in evaluating the domestic white wine. ... (June 2016)

The bento shop that filmmakers in Kyoto often visit, also frequented by Toei and Shochiku. My hometown, Uzumasa in Kyoto, is a film city. I often write reviews about the shop in Uzumasa Katabiranotsuji. There are many shops and foods related to movies. When I used to work part-time at a cafe on Daiei Street, I also served many filmmakers and actors. One time, ninjas sneaked into the shop and caused a big commotion... Now, about the bento from this shop. What people look for in a bento can vary depending on preferences and circumstances. However, an important condition would be that it should still taste good even when it cools down. The "Uzumasa Location Bento" (1,010 yen) is a special order bento that was created based on a request from a famous actor. It includes salt-grilled mackerel, eel, fried chicken, and more. The eel and salt-grilled mackerel overlapping each other may seem a bit excessive. (laughs) Each item tastes good even when cold. That's the bottom line. If you eat it normally. The salt-grilled mackerel cooked over direct flame is especially delicious, and the pickled vegetables are surprisingly tasty, but there are various other aspects to consider as well. In addition to the taste, there are other advantages to location bento, such as being able to deliver with just one phone call, the visual packaging, and other things that make location bento special. Taking into account all these factors and the track record, I have rated it in my own way. There are also many other types of bento available. They can even deliver 20 bentos for late-night snacks at a cram school. (laughs) (By Kyoto Natsushuusora, 2016.7.14)

Today, I would like to talk about the famous "Location Bento" from Kyoto Uzumasa, which was born from the request of the well-known actor Makoto Fujita from the "Must-Kill" series. This bento is now a specialty bento in Uzumasa, Kyoto, and can even be purchased at Kyoto Station. Two years ago during the autumn leaf season, I came across this bento at Suvaco in Kyoto Station while preparing for a train journey. The bento is filled with Makoto Fujita's favorite items, including seasoned rice, eel, fried chicken, salt-grilled mackerel, rolled omelet, and assorted vegetables. Despite being cold, everything in the bento was incredibly delicious, especially the salt-grilled mackerel and eel. The bento also had amazingly tasty rice, a testament to Makoto Fujita's discerning taste. This bento is a must-try for anyone visiting Kyoto and looking for a unique and delicious meal.

Today was the final day of my 4 consecutive night shifts, and I happened to come across a "location bento" at the JR Kyoto Isetan underground event space, so I treated myself to it. The grilled salt mackerel was incredibly delicious. The simmered dish was also elegant, and it seems that the Uzumasa actors enjoy delicious food (I'm envious). Well, as an ordinary person, I can't afford to eat like this every day... It may not be satisfying for those who want a hearty meal, but if I were to eat it at home, I could easily have three bowls of rice with the grilled salt mackerel.

I have been enjoying the bento boxes from this place as usual. They are convenient for work meetings. The prices vary, which is great for our company to fit our budget. Even the cheaper options look somewhat high-end. However, this time the bento box seemed a bit lacking in volume and flavor. Hopefully, the next one will be better.

I had this bento for a work meeting after a long time. It was quite delicious last time, so I have high expectations this time too. The presentation is elegant and appetizing. The rice tastes good, passing grade among bento. The seasoning of the fish is a bit strong. The tempura was tasty. The seasoning is also a bit strong. The portion size was satisfying. The price is reasonable. It may not be flashy, but it is at a level where you can enjoy it with peace of mind.

I had this bento for the first time in a while. It was labeled as for VIPs. It was a two-tier bento with a variety of ingredients, and it was delicious. It definitely had a sense of reliability. This time, it was a bento for entertaining at a workplace meeting. It was my third time ordering from here. It's said to be popular among Uzumasa celebrities, but I'm not sure about that. This time, I had a two-tier bento with Tajima beef. It cost around 1500 yen. For that price, getting a two-tier bento with beef rice is a great value. The beef was well-seasoned and had a strong flavor, similar to Hatsu-dasan. Unfortunately, it falls slightly short compared to Hatsu-dasan, but in terms of cost-performance, it's quite good. The second tier of side dishes didn't have any standout features but were well-prepared. There were no major complaints. It seems to emphasize its cost-performance. Overall, I think it's not bad. It's very user-friendly and convenient.

Near the Jofuku Electric Railway Tokiwa Station, there is a bento shop. The bento for the meeting was from this shop. This time, I received the Gion Kouta for 1850 yen. It included dashimaki tamago, sesame tofu, nama-fu with sweet miso sauce, simmered seasonal vegetables, simmered young chicken, homemade grilled salmon with miso, seasonal tempura, homemade side dishes, mixed rice, rice with yukari seasoning, today's pickles, and kusa mochi. Everything was decent, but there was no standout main dish, and the salmon and young chicken were not particularly impressive. The tempura was quite delicious. It's a refined bento with a Kyoto-like atmosphere, so it seems more suitable for older people.

I stopped by SUVACO at Kyoto Station to pick up dinner! After some hesitation, I decided to go with a bento box from Hokusa, which I had heard rumors about. I heard that it is popular among celebrities who come to the Uzumasa area for filming, so I was quite intrigued. Overall, it was a well-balanced bento box. I had the "Uzumasa Location Bento" while my husband had the "Thank you! Beef Bowl" bento. The side dishes in the bento box were surprisingly not too flashy, but the simmered dish in the location bento had a light Kyoto-like taste, which was nice. The grilled mackerel was juicy. However, the portion size may have been a bit too much. My husband polished off his beef bowl. The price was around 1000 yen, which I think is reasonable.