Vegan-friendly
Japanese
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. On the 11th floor of the department store in the Kyoto train station, a few doors down on the right when you exit the elevator. A tofu restaurant with an a la carte menu. Has yuba, tofu dishes, and desserts like vegan cheesecake and ice cream. Located on level 11 of the Isetan mall, near the bus terminal. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm.
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37 Reviews
First Review by GardenTiger
Malpku
Points +35
Loved it - Edit
It's not always easy to find vegan or vegetarian meals with protein when travelling so I was happy to try this one. I'm not even a big fan of tofu normally so I was sceptical of eating a whole bowl of silken tofu on its own. But it turned out to be amazing. The vegetarian/vegan set menu is filling, delicious and different to anything I tried before.
Read moreThe Staff are very knowledgable about dietary restrictions and check with you if you include eggs in your diet. They also replace soy sauce that containers fish for you.
To find it go to JR Isetan department store inside the Kyoto Station. Take a lift to 11th floor
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-30
Pros: Healthy food, Surprising and creativr ways to serve tofu, Staff understand vegetarian and vegan requirments
Cons: Hard to get the window view if you care about it
Guest
Jollu
Points +42
Not very interesting - Edit
I tried and I failed. It cost me around 25 euros the vegetarian menu, which I didn't expected due to other lower prices I've been finding around the city. It felt like a luxury restaurant but the soy sauce had dashi in it and without it all the plates tasted the same: to nothing. The staff was adorable and very helpul, although, and my table had beautiful vews of the city. At the end they made me a cup of matcha right there wich was very nice and relaxing. The experience was, in the end, interesting, but not so tasty.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-29
Pros: Japanese experience, Views
Cons: High price, Low taste, Had to wait like 1 hour to have a table
Guest
CatherinePortillo
Points +37
Not for solo-travelers - Edit
I’m a solo traveler and this restaurant offers a good vegetarian main course (at least seems) but although they say that it's just for one person, I saw it and looks big. So I ordered a la carte menu, rice with tofu, and literally it was a bowl of white rice with tofu, nothing special
Read morePros: Good price, Nice views , Average taste
Cons: Customer service, Long waiting list, Cero innovative
Guest
McMallory
Points +2353
So fun! - Edit
If you love tofu you will love this tofu restaurant. It’s on the 11th floor of Kyoto Station, with bonkers views of the city (we didn’t have a window seat but still could enjoy the view because the windows are huge). They have a vegetarian set meal or can show you what can be made vegetarian off the a la carte. We opted for the set meal and they asked immediately if we wanted egg or no egg.
Read moreI knew we were in good hands when they came over to remove the soy sauce from our condiment tray, explaining that it had dashi in it. They brought a plain soy sauce instead.
The meal was awesome. You start with a huge bowl of freshly-made tofu so soft you eat it with a spoon. Then they brought two tofu skewers (made different ways) to enjoy while some silken tofu boiled in a pot on the table with seaweed and other seasonings. After that they bring a tray with small portions of fried tofu, a few preparations of yuba, a small salad, pickled veggies, and rice. They end with a vegan tofu dessert as well.
The only non-vegan item was a shot glass of soy milk they bring when you sit down, which has honey in it. Bummer, but not a huge deal to say no thanks, because they also bring out tea at the same time.
Some negative reviews here had me nervous but you can discount them. This place is a blast!
Edit: It is expensive but I went for lunch which helped mitigate the cost. It seems like the dinner menu is larger but maybe a little more repetitive, so if cost is a concern go for lunch instead.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-27
Guest
Cabeyta7
Points +21
Tofu tofu and more tofu!! - Edit
They had a set meal
Read moreWith several rounds of tofu done to reflect more traditional Japanese style meal. Tofu done many different ways and all delicious!! So much food!! It was really good!!!!
Pros: Japanese style cooking with tofu. , Views were awesome!, Great ambiance!!!!!
Cons: Lots of tofu would have loved more veggies cooked , Not many options for non vegan spouses
Guest
GabrielaRennó
Points +72
Atendimento precário - Edit
Me desloquei de longe para conhecer o restaurante e fui mal recepcionada pelo funcionário que não permitiu minha entrada, mesmo faltando duas horas para o fechamento do restaurante. Totalmente ilógico
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OskarBlomberg
Points +45
The view is half the experience - Edit
Expect to wait if you have not reserved in advance, but do wait until a table with a view is available, because that is half of what you are paying for.
Read morePros: Good service , Very tasty
Cons: Expensive , Not all tables offer the view
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Ernie1
Points +46
Delicious lunch! - Edit
It’s a lovely spot - great 11th floor views and was very popular for lunch! We got the basic lunch set meal and it was a lot of food. The different types of tofu were so interesting and innovative (to me!) and included a small dessert - including vegan cheesecake.
Read moreI loved it!
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Bertholdi
Points +45
Tofu, Tofu, Tofu :D - Edit
The vegetarian dinner course (might even have been vegan, but I am not 100% sure) was good and the matcha tea at the end was really, really good and is made right at the table, so you can watch the staff's matcha-mixing-skills ;-)
Read moreHowever, for Japan it was on the more expensive side and also, I would have loved more variety in the courses, more different seasonings, ways of preparation. It was a lot of the very soft tofu (maybe silktofu), which was prepared in a rather plain, blank way, which is nice as well but for my taste was served too often in rather similar ways.
But looking at the photos from other users here, I suppose Kyototofu Fujino changes their menu on a regular basis, so it might be different next time :-)
The staff was very considerate, especially on letting me know which sauce was vegetarian and which was made with fish, so I wouldn't pick the wrong one.
Pros: Considerate staff, View from the 11th floor while dining, Lots of tofu
Cons: Rather high prices, Not enough variation in the veggie dinner course
Guest
Ned71
Points +16
Amazing dining experience - Edit
This was an all-round exceptional dining experience. We ordered the vegetarian menu and the wait staff proceeded to ask us if we ate egg, fish or onion. When we replied they then replaced sauces etc accordingly. The staff were kind, professional, knowledgeable and attentive. The meal was creative and delicious. The restaurant was comfortable, beautifully decorated and perfectly lit.
Read moreThe cost was a little more than we would usually pay for a usual meal out but the cost was well worth the experience. We would definitely eat here again.
Pros: Creative and beautiful dishes, Lovely staff, Dietary requirement knowledge
Guest
misslucykate1
Points +453
Tasty silken tofu - Edit
Some other reviews say you can’t order single courses but you can. The single dish menu is on the very reverse side of the menu. Very tasty, nice view.
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ladygluck
Points +316
Life changing for tofu lovers - Edit
It's pricey but it's a must for tofu lovers. Excellent food. Staff also goes over allergens and dietary restrictions when you order.
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veganjas64
Points +1103
Kyotofu Course Meals - Edit
The menu is only 4 dinner course options, no single plate meals. We shared two among four people and it was plenty of food. Meal is entirely tofu varieties, not much else in the way of vegetables or sides. Beware if you go after 8pm, they don’t want to serve as they close at 9pm and the process does take some time to get through. Staff accommodated us but rushed us out quickly.
Read morePros: Varieties of tofu, Unique experience
Cons: Site says open until 10, but they stop serving at , Meal is all tofu, not much in the way of sides/veg
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spacepigs
Points +28
Amazing experience - Edit
There is one vegetarian dish that can be made vegan. The rest have dashi. But the entire experience beginning to end was incredible. Vegetarian and non-veg food is amazing.
Read morePros: Options on both sides. , A fantastic multi-course meal, Beautiful views on 11th floor
Cons: A little pricey for Japan
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Kmarie_a
Points +40
Amazing experience - Edit
Would give it 5 stars if I could. The vegetarian set was beautiful and the staff was wonderful. They are very accommodating for vegan/vegetarian options. The course is curated beautifully. Felt like a more authentic Japanese food experience than some of the other veggie options around the country. Also the meal is huge!! One of the best vegetarian meals I’ve had in all of Japan.
Read morePros: Beautiful curated course meal, Very accommodating to dietary restrictions , Clear allergen English menu
Cons: The set was a little pricey but worth it
Guest
Andala
Points +834
Tofu lovers paradise - Edit
If you like tofu, especially the silken tofu rather than the spongy version, this is a very good restaurant. Although it's not vegan or vegetarian, if you tell them you're vegan they will know exactly what not to serve you.
Read moreWe went for lunch and had a set meal, all tofu based, many different courses and all delicious. I think the yuba (tofu milk skin) was especially good.
If you're lucky you will get a window seat with great views.
Pros: Fresh soft silken tofu
Cons: Not fully vegan
Guest
Jack666
Points +79
Nur Tofu - Edit
Es gibt lediglich Tofu als vegane Option. Nicht mal die Reiskugeln sind vegan (mit Ei verarbeitet).
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-12
Cons: Nur Tofu
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Saamesonite
Points +226
Nice food but overrated - Edit
An hour waiting time and no clear labelling on what is vegan. Staff asks for allergens and speaks okay English though. A bit over priced in my opinion as well. Caution: soy milk cheesecake is NOT vegan, it contains eggs!
Read morePros: Great variety of tofu , Lovely staff
Cons: Expensive , No vegan labelling , Waiting time
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MarjorieRamos
Points +49
Did not stay - can only order ala carte - Edit
Also the wait was over an hour. The waitress was very nice and answered my questions.
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rowlandj2
Points +13
Divine tofu.. - Edit
Amazing tofu, definitely visit this place if you’re in Kyoto!
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muzzle_walsh
Points +48
Authentic Japanese dining - Edit
Was a bit hard to find as Kyoto station has so many malls and department stores, it's on the 11th floor of Isetan department store, on the north side of the station at the left of the central exit. None of the set meals are vegan, but most of the a la carte menu is. The staff are helpful, speak minimal english but do understand what vegan is and will direct you to what is vegan friendly #Veganuary
Read morePros: Authentic Japanese dining , Great tofu dishes
Guest
veganmaxxx
Points +128
Good tofu based dishes but limited vegan options - Edit
The tofu sashimi/yuba and the tofu dishes (without dashi) are excellent but the majority of the dishes in the set menus are NOT vegan not vegetarian since they use dashi (fish stock) or bonito flakes on them so be careful and ask the waitress for guidance on suitable dishes
Read morePros: Excellent tofu and fresh yuba, Good location at Kyoto station
Cons: Limited vegan options, Dishes that might look veggie but they are NOT
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FruitMonstar
Points +1135
No vegan options - Edit
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Read moreJulieEA
Hi - If you're an ambassador and have been there, can you please send a detailed update to HappyCow with updated menu information. Thanks.
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Aubrey.Lynn
Points +47
Expensive but fun - Edit
The food is expensive but tasty. They have an English menu but you might need to double check what some of the ingredients are if you’re vegan. Tons of vetarian options. Perfect for pescatarians.
Read morePros: Tasty, Pretty atmosphere
Cons: Expensive, Long wait, Not always clear what’s vegan and what’s not
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ChurchOfSeitan
Points +919
Tofu restaurant - Edit
They were nice and to let us order outside the lunch menu bc of my veganism but i wish i had known better. Im sure its great if you dont mind dairy and egg and high price and soft tofu. Liked the deep fried tofu though! I just dont like the silken tofus slimy texture and i feel poor now lol
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JaclynA.Simpson
Points +87
Not impressed. - Edit
While staff read my vegan card, they struggled to get it right. I do like tofu but with options limited I was just unhappy. They did switch out my soy sauce for some without fish. I was told I o my had three options and I went with sesame tofu.
Read morePros: Great tea
Cons: Very limited vegan options , Staff unable to offer much help
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jacknewbury
Points +79
Friendly, alright food - Edit
Staff were nice, food was ok. understood I didn’t want anything fish based and got me vegan soy sauce without asking which was lovely. Could do with a veg menu or just highlight what is to save confusion
Read morePros: Some vegan options
Cons: Expensive
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