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Kyoto is famous for its yudofu! 19 recommended restaurants, including long-established and famous restaurants, by budget.

Smooth and rich tofu can be enjoyed only in Kyoto, where quality water and soybeans are available. Yudofu, one of Kyoto's representative dishes, is a must-try when visiting Kyoto. We have picked up famous yudofu restaurants that will surely leave a lasting impression on your heart, from long-established restaurants with a Kyoto atmosphere to those where you can enjoy yudofu in a casual atmosphere. (TEXT/Meimi Toyoda, EDIT/Miki Tamura)

Contents of this article

1.
Under 3,000 yen] Reasonably priced! [Specialty Yudofu Course at Shimizu Junsho Okabeya (Kyoto) / Higashiyama
2.
Popular lunch menu under 3,000 yen! [Matsu Gozen at Toseian / Nishijin
3.
Under 5,000 yen] Nanzenji's specialty, Yudofu Gozen at Ryotei Yachiyo (a long-established ryotei restaurant) / Nanzenji, Tokyo
4.
Under 5,000 yen] Enjoy the scenery of the ancient capital [Kyo Ryori Kodaiji Hashiba] Kyo Yuba Set / Higashiyama
5.
Under 5,000 yen] Moon Course at Junjo Nanzenji Temple / Nanzenji Temple
6.
Under 5,000 yen] View the seasonal garden [Sohonke Yudofu Okutan, Shimizu Branch] at Mukashi Dofu Ichidori/Higashiyama
7.
Under 5,000 yen] Yu-dofu set meal at Seizan Soudou, where you can be surrounded by comfortable tranquility / Arashiyama
8.
Gion Uemori's yudofu and yuba kaiseki (hot tofu and yuba leaves) is perfect for celebrations.
9.
Under 5,000 yen] Yu-dofu set at Kyoto Cuisine "Isobe" located in Maruyama Park / Higashiyama
10.
Tofu dishes and Obanzai Kyoto Mamehachi Lunch (under 5,000 yen) / Ponto-cho
11.
Under 5,000 yen] A casual Matsu Course at Yudofu Takemura / Arashiyama
12.
Under 5,000 yen] A course of tofu dishes at Tofu Cuisine Rengetsujaya! [Tofu Cuisine at Tofu Restaurant Rengetsu Jaya (10-course menu / Higashiyama)
13.
Under 5,000 yen] Shichikusa Yudofu, vegetarian cuisine at Seigenin in the World Heritage Site Ryoan-ji Temple / Ryoan-ji Temple
14.
Yudofu Sagano] Yudofu set meal in an atmospheric building / Arashiyama
15.
Under 5,000 yen] Lunch at Kyoto Tofu Fujino, just a short walk from Kyoto Station! [Kyoto Tofu Tofu Set for lunch at Kyoto Tofu Fujino / Kyoto Station
16.
Under 5,000 yen] Established over 100 years ago, Kyoto Yuba Cuisine Kaméya Honke has been in business for more than 100 years! [Kyoto Yuba Cuisine Kaméya Honke Tofu Kaiseki (Gojo) / Omiya
17.
Shirakawa at Tousuiro Gionten (under 10,000 yen) in Gion, a historic Kyoto townhouse.
18.
Gion Kurashita's Yudofu Kaiseki (hot tofu course), where you can experience the spirit of hospitality / Gion, Kyoto
19.
Yudofu Kaiseki at Kikusui on the approach to Nanzenji Temple with a view of the garden created by a master gardener / Nanzenji Temple

6. Under 5,000 yen] Moon Course at Junjo Nanzenji Temple / Nanzenji Temple

Nanzenji Junjo has continued to transmit Kyoto culture through Yudofu. Junjo Shoin, which has a strong presence on the premises, was built as a medical school during the Edo period (1603-1868) and is registered as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. Today, the building has been transformed into a guest room where visitors can enjoy a relaxing meal and a variety of cuisines. It is a famous restaurant that has long been loved not only by tourists but also by locals, who can enjoy yudofu while gazing out at the 1,200-square-meter garden. Come experience the culture of yudofu that has been passed down from generation to generation at this historic place.

Nanzenji Junjo "Moon Course

The main nabe (hot pot), which appears in the monthly course for 4,840 yen, is a choice of either yudofu or yuba (bean curd). The course content is updated according to the season, so you can enjoy the seasonal ingredients of the moment!

Nanzenji Junjo" garden

Nanzenji Junsho

  • Nanzenji Junsei era (1177.8.4-1181.7.14)
  • Nanzenji-monzen, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 5 min. walk from "Keage" subway station.
  • Tel. 075-761-2311
  • 11:00-15:30 (LO/14:30)
    17:00-21:00 (LO/19:00)
    Irregular holidays

7. Under 5,000 yen] View the seasonal garden [Sohonke Yudofu Okutan, Shimizu Branch] at Mukashi Dofu Ichidori/Higashiyama

Sohonke Yudofu Okutanshimizu offers dishes with the spirit of hospitality, saying, "We want our customers to taste not only the flavor, but also the food with all five senses. The restaurant offers a variety of tofu dishes carefully prepared without sparing any time or effort. We recommend the Mukashi-dofu Ichiryoku, which is mainly yudofu with a slightly firm texture. The tofu is made from high quality domestic soybeans and groundwater, and its deep flavor will gently soak into your body. From the guest rooms, you can look out over a garden of about 600 tsubo (about 1,860 m2), where trees, plants, and flowers express the changing seasons, covering the view like a painting. The delicate and flavorful tofu dishes and the meticulously tended garden are all in keeping with Sohonke Yudofu Okutanshimizu's spirit of "wholehearted hospitality.

Okutan "Mukashi Dofu Ichidori

Mukashi-dofu Ichidori, 4,400 yen. The special yudofu tofu made with domestic soybeans and underground water is now available. Tempura and sesame tofu are also on the menu.

Okutan Interior view

Sohonke Yudofu Okutan Shimizu Branch

  • SOHONKE YUDO FU OHTAN KIYOMIZU TEN
  • 3-340 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 7 minutes walk from bus stop "Shimizu-michi".
  • Tel. 075-525-2051
  • 11:00-16:30 (LO/16:00)
    Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 11:00-17:30 (LO/17:00)
    Closed on Thursdays
  • All seats non-smoking Fully private room available No parking
  • http://www.tofuokutan.info/

9. Under 5,000 yen] Yu-dofu set meal at Seizan Soudou, where you can be surrounded by comfortable tranquility / Arashiyama

At Nishiyama Sou-do, located in the shoin (drawing room) of Myochi-in, the pagoda temple of Tenryu-ji Temple in Arashiyama, you can enjoy dishes using Saga Tofu made by Morika, which is characterized by its smooth and clean bean flavor. The restaurant offers only one type of menu, the yudofu set meal, which shows the restaurant's confidence in its cuisine. The main dish is yudofu, but the lineup also includes sesame tofu, fried vegetables, and other Kyoto-style dishes. It is a pleasure to enjoy a meal at a round table in a comfortable atmosphere surrounded by pleasant silence. Spend your lunch time looking out over the beautifully landscaped garden, and let your body and soul be in good shape.

Nishiyama Soudou "Yudofu set meal

The yudofu set meal (3,850 yen) is a vegetarian dish that makes use of many vegetables and is popular among vegetarians. The yudofu is served with ginger, green onion, grated autumn leaves, and other condiments.

Nishiyama Soudou exterior

Nishiyama Soukudo

  • live birth rate
  • 63 Sagano-baba-cho, Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 2 min. walk from Arashiyama Sta. on the Randen Line
  • Tel. 075-861-1609
  • 11:00-16:00
    Closed on Wednesdays
  • All seats non-smoking No private room No parking
  • https://www.instagram.com/seizan.s/

10. Gion Uemori's yudofu and yuba kaiseki (hot tofu and yuba leaves) is perfect for celebrations.

Gion Uemori is located in the Gion area, home to many famous restaurants. The popular yuba (bean curd) and tofu kaiseki (a type of Japanese-style meal) menu offers a variety of dishes that make full use of the flavors of the beans. The yudofu is made from the famous Morika restaurant's Saga tofu, which is dipped in a special ponzu vinegar made from broth and Kyoto chidori vinegar, and is a delicious dish that will bring a smile to your face. The Japanese-inspired space offers a wide range of seating for every occasion, including counter seats where you can enjoy your meal while admiring the chef's delicate handiwork, casual table seating, and private rooms perfect for celebratory occasions. The restaurant is a short walk from Hanamikoji in Gion, a famous sightseeing spot, making it easy to stop by on your way to see the sights.

Gion Uemori "Yudofu and Yuba Kaiseki

Yudofu and Yuba Kaiseki for 4,400 yen. Yudofu made from Morika, a famous Saga Tofu restaurant, can be enjoyed with homemade ponzu vinegar made from broth and Kyoto Chidori vinegar, etc. Reservations required.

Gion Uemori Exterior

Uemori Gion

  • Gion Festival (in Kyoto during the month of July, with high point on the 17th)
  • 570-6, South side of Gion-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • Six-minute walk from Exit 6 of Gion-Shijo Station on Keihan Railway
  • Tel. 075-551-8251
  • 12:00-15:00 (LO/13:30)
    17:00 - 20:00 (LO)
    Irregular holidays
  • All seats non-smoking Fully private room available No parking
  • https://www.uemori.net/
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
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