Vegan
Japanese
Beer/Wine
Take-out

Traditional vegan Japanese restaurant, which specialises in chazuke, a simple Japanese dish made by pouring green tea, dashi, or hot water over cooked rice. Accompany dishes may include stewed shiitake mushrooms, housemade nijiya seaweed, and nama-fu, grilled gluten in a vegan dashi stock. Address in Japanese: 中京区南車屋町287 木屋町会館1階. Open Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm.


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172 Reviews

First Review by pareman

nicnacnoc3

Points +29

Vegan
26 Aug 2023

MUST VISIT in Kyoto

If you are in Kyoto then this place is a must visit. Delicious food, cozy atmosphere, lovely staff, AND open late when most of your other vegan options will be closed.

I recommend the chocolate dessert - incredible.

CheleneGreenQueen

Points +218

Vegan
23 Aug 2023

Flavorful dumplings

Really enjoyed the private dining experience, with only 6 seats it’s pretty intimate. The chef was attentive and it was pretty impressive how she managed to serve everyone and keep the vibes in this place.

vishalm

Points +13

Vegetarian
16 Aug 2023

Friendly and amazing food

Very cute place with intimate atmosphere, delicious tapas-style food, and very friendly service. There was no language issue and all vegan food. We sampled various drinks after dinner as well. Highly recommended!

Pros: Great food, Friendly service, Local drinks

ThomasBemelmans

Points +13

Mostly Veg
05 Aug 2023

Wonderfull

We had a wonderfull meal. It’s a small restaurant with 6 seats opposite the kitchen, lovely owners who prepare the food in front of you. The food and wine were delicious and presented in a beautifull way. My wife is a Vegetarian, but i also loved it all, especially the vegan yakitori, it was remarkable how well prepared and ‘meaty’ it was! Would definitly recommend!

mk26

Points +34

Vegan
28 Jul 2023

Over expectations!

This quiet and peaceful restaurant provides tasty affordable food at a great location. The dashi dumplings were the best, and it was served with a really tasty soup, similar to polish. The dough was really soft and scrumptious.

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-28

Pros: Everything vegan, Very tasty, and affordable!, Nice place, very private

Cons: Small portions

JustineHMJA

Points +44

Vegan
27 Jul 2023

Amazing! Please go There !

A small restaurant with very good dish. The staff is Nice, the food is very good. You have to go there !

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-27

Pros: Vegan yakiniku, Vegan yakitori, Obanzai

joel_laun

Points +2703

Vegan
23 Jul 2023

Excellent food!

The food here was simply amazing, escpecially the soy sauce and dashi dumplings. It was such a pleasent experience and probably the best food we had in Japan so far. The staff is also very friendly.
The only downside is that there are only a few seats available, so you might have to wait a little bit. But i can definitely recomend this place! :)

Pros: All vegan, Amazingly tasty food!, Authentic japanese experience

Cons: Only a few seats available

Aussietraveller

Points +575

Vegan
22 Jul 2023

Delicious!!!

Delicious and flavourful Japanese food! We had the chicken, 3 assortment dish and the dumplings. So good for a late night snack!

agustinmancenido

Points +28

Vegan
22 Jul 2023

A Vegan Japanese Gem with Personalized Attention and Exquisite Traditional Dishes!

This charming vegan Japanese restaurant is an absolute gem. With seating for only six people, the intimate ambiance creates a special dining experience perfect for gatherings with loved ones. The staff's personalized attention and passion for vegan cuisine and Japanese traditions shine through, making the visit truly exceptional.

The food is a delightful fusion of traditional Japanese dishes, reimagined in vegan versions without compromising on flavor or authenticity. Each plate presented a work of art, filled with vibrant vegetables and perfectly balanced flavors.

This restaurant deserves five stars for its outstanding experience!

Pros: Exquisite Vegan Japanese Cuisine, Intimate and Charming Ambiance, Personalized Attention

Krompy

Points +17

Vegetarian
20 Jul 2023

Superb place

Small cozy restaurant in a very cozy area of Kyoto. The food is excellent: Small dishes, perfect for sharing. Everything tastes great, and we felt the urge to try everything on the menu (we almost did).

Staff is very friendly, and communication in english was easy. The place has six seats, so perfect for pairs or solo travellers looking for a dinner experience.

Tsukimi

Points +5334

Vegan
18 Jul 2023

Love the Japanese concept

Places like this where you can get real authentic Japanese food aka Izakaya style, but vegan, are still very rare!
Would love to see more like this.
The place is small but the food is really good and the owner very nice! 😉

SophiaMT

Points +197

Vegan
14 Jul 2023

So Special

Such a wonderful find. An intimate little spot with classic Japanese fare. Very friendly staff who will translate for English - a little Japanese will go a long way. The food was delicious and fresh and light. A little pricey for smaller servings but it is wonderful for a special occasion. I cannot recommend it enough.

Pros: Friendly, Delicious , Cute

Cons: A little pricey

TofuStock

Points +22

Vegan
14 Jul 2023

Great Food

We probably tried more than half the menu and everything was delicious. The leeks are a must but really you can’t go wrong with ordering.

FiMarsh

Points +24

Vegan
09 Jul 2023

Must go!

The most fantastic vegan meal we have had in Kyoto! Only seats about 6 or 7 people at a time looking over the kitchen while they prepare your food. Traditional Japanese food made vegan that tastes incredible! A must try in Kyoto! Take a walk along Pontocho Park after you are finished!

Mellowstep

Points +26

Vegan
08 Jul 2023

Delicious and friendly

Very polite and attentive staff.

Their menu is little, as well as the place, but varied (13 items). The quality is good enough to make up for the shortcomings.

Low prices, great food, exceptional service. I would definitely recommend it and go again if given the chance.

happygopal

Points +17

Vegetarian
08 Jul 2023

Fantastic dinner

A cozy restaurant located very conveniently near Gion. The izakaya style food was very tasty. But what impressed us the most was their service. It was a rainy night and we were tired after a long day. The two member staff helped us find a place to sit. They even gave us a free dessert. Will make it a point to go back the next time we visit Kyoto:

Pros: Great Service , Great Food, Great Location

Cons: Small

Mr.Blu

Points +16

Vegan
03 Jul 2023

Must be in Kyoto, Japan (close to beatiful places!)

Set close to the historical and traditional area of Gion, this tiny place offers you a variety of delicious vegan food, served with courtesy and kindness. My suggestion is to....try various dishes!It's a kind o tapas bar (it's perfect for what in Italy we call "aperitivo") but it's also great to have your dinner here before an evening walk through the streets of Kyoto.

RamonWesselink

Points +16

Vegan
24 Jun 2023

What a gem!!!

We are here right now and it is so tasty and cozy that I wanted to get the word out a.s.a.p.!! This is worth going out of your way for, and the owners are super nice and attentive. Highly recommended must visit!!

Pros: Everything

Cons: They don't have a location back home :(

eam

Points +244

Vegan
23 Jun 2023

Very lovely staff

The food is amazing and the staff are so lovely. We came in when they were empty and they sat us (3) even though it meant that if a couple came there would be an empty seat, which then happened. We ordered food including the dashi rice dish and the yakiniku and it was all so tasty. Once we had finished eating they were polite and didn’t rush us out at all, despite there being a queue and again - we had left an empty seat in the small restaurant.
Note this is the same restaurant as “veggie farm” also listed in here.

Pros: Vegan traditional food , Such kind staff

Cons: None

CMack95

Points +207

Vegetarian
16 Jun 2023

Just amazing

This little 6-seater vegan izakaya was really great. The food is tapas style with each dish ranging from around 300-800 yen. I personally needed 4 dishes bringing my total spend to a little over 2100 yen.

The staff are really nice and took time to talk with me a little bit as well.

The presentation of the food is lovely. Unfortunately they didn’t have the yuzu tofu when I was there but I instead had yuba. The yuba and the gyoza in broth were a little bit too delicate for my preference but the broiled rice in broth and Obanzai plate were packed with flavour and were really great. Will definitely be going back to try more.

I also saw the drinks they were making for others and they looked incredible so will also try those next time.

Pros: All vegan, Big variety, Cool restaurant

SophieMaria

Points +161

Vegan
30 May 2023

Must visit

Great stop in a great part of town. Really enhanced our evening. Japanese food at reasonable prices. Open late which is great as most places close so early for my eating pattern. Food is interesting and delicious. Staff are so lovely. I don’t like deserts but even enjoyed theirs! Sake was great also. Love that it’s small portions so lots to try. Will revisit in our short stay here

Pros: Great food and vibe, Good drinks, Great staff and fully vegan

Cons: None

AnnaPS

Points +30

Vegetarian
27 May 2023

Oasis of deliciousness

In the heart of the restaurant district, but in a quiet laneway. Great food and sake. A fab spot for a quick drink and snack. Room for 6 inside, and 4-6 outside.

vegan.baddie

Points +885

Vegan
24 May 2023

Lovely little authentic Kyoto spot!

This was such a wonderful experience. The service and food are incredible. It’s like izakaya style with small plates and they are all fairly priced so order a bunch, get a sake, and enjoy!! We basically ordered the whole menu and it was so affordable and delicious and a truly memorable experience. So glad we went here when in Kyoto! it’s small so if the seats inside are taken you could start outside (standing) and then move inside like we did. Don’t miss this place!

Updated from previous review on 2023-05-18

TomRegan

Points +46

Vegan
24 May 2023

A brilliant late night vegan tapas spot

Hidden down a side street of kyoto's bustling nightlife district lies a vegan gem. You'd be hard pressed to fit more than eight people here, but thanks to its fold down outside tables, you cns happily lean over and enjoy what this restaurant has to offer.

Offering a variety of small, tapas-style dishes, I found myself returning here twice on the same night out. I highly recommend the soy chicken!

Pros: A ton of dishes , Reasonably priced, Great location

neil7908

Points +436

Vegetarian
13 May 2023

Must visit when in Kyoto

There are only a few seats inside but the staff were incredibly friendly. Menu is in English and there is a good selection of traditional Japanese foods. Dishes are small and tapas style - you order a few if you want a proper meal but if you just want a drink and snack you can also do that. The food was excellent but the hospitality really made it special. We got a seat around 7pm on a Friday but it started to fill up quickly after that. We spent around 5.5k yen for two but that was for a couple of drinks each and multiple dishes. You could easily eat for cheaper here if you wanted. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting in Kyoto.

Pros: Traditional Japanese food that is vegan , Hospitality and atmosphere , Location

SydneyBean

Points +21

Vegan
18 Apr 2023

Friendly staff and delicious small plates

We stumbled upon this restaurant and had such a lovely experience. The venue is very small with patrons standing at a counter. We ordered flavored sodas and several small plates, including their dumpling soup, pickled plums, grilled rice balls, vegan bacon, and boiled peanuts. Everything was delicious!

They have an English menu, but some of the translation is a little confusing. We decided to primarily ask for their recommendations and were very happy with everything served. The staff uses a phone to translate with patrons, which worked well. They were incredibly kind and enthusiastic. We hope to return.

Pros: All vegan menu, Kind staff

Chad_and_Emily

Points +2368

Vegan
15 Apr 2023

Standing room only

This place is tiny , maybe four people coyest comfortably at the counter. Best to get in and get out, not a place to go and sit with friends.

Service was super friendly even with a language barrier. I would return.




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