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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

11. Under 5,000 yen] Yu-dofu set at Kyoto Cuisine "Isobe" located in Maruyama Park / Higashiyama

Kyoto Cuisine Isobe is located in Maruyama Park, a famous sightseeing spot. In a place that bears the history of Kyoto, the restaurant offers Kyoto cuisine that preserves tradition while constantly pursuing novelty, surprising locals and tourists alike. The restaurant also has a yuba (bean curd) atelier, where you can enjoy Kyoto cuisine prepared by chefs who are well versed in yuba and tofu. The restaurant has kotatsu (table placed over a sunken table) and tatami room seating for casual dining, as well as private rooms that can be used for special occasions. In addition to the delicious yudofu made with domestically produced soybeans, the restaurant's location makes it easy to stop by on your way to see the sights.

Kyoto Cuisine Isobe "Yudofu Zen

Yudofu set meal for 3,300 yen. In addition to the main course of yudofu, the menu features dishes that emphasize seasonal ingredients and traditional flavors. Sashimi and tempura can be added for a fee.

Exterior view of "Kyoto Cuisine Isobe

Kyoto Cuisine

  • Kyoto-style food
  • Maruyama Park, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto (east side of the bronze statue of Ryoma Sakamoto)
  • 10 minutes walk from bus stop "Gion
  • Tel. 075-561-2216
  • 11:00 - 21:00 (LO/20:00) *Reservations required at least 3 days in advance for evenings.
    Irregular holidays

12. Tofu dishes and Obanzai Kyoto Mamehachi Lunch (under 5,000 yen) / Ponto-cho

Tofu cuisine and obanzai Kyoto Mamehachi Honten is the place to taste yudofu in Ponto-cho, a popular sightseeing spot. The restaurant is particular about Kyoto ingredients and traditional cooking methods, and offers carefully prepared tofu dishes in a casual atmosphere. The Mamehachi lunch, which offers a variety of colorful obanzai and tofu dishes all at once, is recommended for those who want to enjoy a lunch that is uniquely Kyoto. The soy milk yudofu, which makes full use of the flavor of soybeans, is a dish that boasts the deep richness of soybeans. Soy milk lemon yudofu, which can be ordered a la carte, is a new menu item introduced in the fall. Don't miss the new menu items that will surprise you with the new possibilities of Yudofu.

Mamehachi Honten "Yudofu Lunch

Mamehachi lunch for 4,500 yen. In addition to yudofu, you can enjoy a variety of colorful obanzai dishes. Obanzai and main dishes change with the seasons, so you will be able to discover new dishes every time you visit.

Inside the "Mamehachi Honten

Tofu Cuisine and Obanzai Kyoto Mamehachi Honten

  • Oriental delicacies and obanzai kyotomamehonten
  • 210-4 Nabeya-cho, Nishi side, Shijo-agaru, Ponto-cho-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 3 minutes walk from Exit 1A of Hankyu "Kyoto Kawaramachi Station".
    4 minutes walk from Exit 4 of Gion-Shijo Station, Keihan
  • Tel. 075-211-2469
  • 11:30-15:00 (LO/14:00)
    17:00-22:00 (LO/21:00)
    Irregular holidays

13. Under 5,000 yen] A casual Matsu Course at Yudofu Takemura / Arashiyama

Arashiyama is a sightseeing spot where history and nature coexist. Takemura, a long-established restaurant that has remained unchanged since its establishment, offers a lineup of course meals in which yudofu is the main dish. The Matsu Course, which includes yudofu, tempura, sesame tofu, and other dishes, is a popular menu that allows diners to casually enjoy a luxurious course meal without being overbearing. The main dish, yudofu, is served with dashi soy sauce that maximizes the flavor of dried bonito flakes and kelp. The perfect marriage of Saga Tofu, made with Japanese soybeans and spring water from the famous Morika restaurant, and the special broth and soy sauce will make your cheeks drop. Take your time to enjoy the traditional yudofu at this place surrounded by the rich nature of Arashiyama.

Bamboo Village "Bamboo Course

Matsu Course: 4,100 yen. In addition to tofu dishes such as yudofu and sesame tofu, there are a variety of Kyoto-style dishes such as tempura and appetizers.

Takemura Appearance

Takemura

  • boiled tofu
  • 48-7 Saga Tenryuji Kitazoujicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto
  • 5 minutes walk from Randen "Arashiyama Station"
  • Tel. 075-861-1483
  • 11:00-18:00 (LO)
    Opening hours may change depending on the season.
    Closed on Thursdays
  • All seats non-smoking (smoking space available) Fully private room available 4 parking spaces
  • https://www.yudouhutakemura.com/

14. Under 5,000 yen] A course of tofu dishes at Tofu Cuisine Rengetsujaya! [Tofu Cuisine at Tofu Restaurant Rengetsu Jaya (10-course menu / Higashiyama)

Located in Higashiyama, an area that retains the atmosphere of the ancient capital, Tofu Cuisine Hengetsu Chaya has a long history, having been established in 1900 as a restaurant serving amazake (sweet sake) and yudofu (tofu) in the neighborhood of Seiryuin Temple. The tofu course, which is available at lunchtime, features 10 elaborate dishes, including yudofu with secret broth, tofu gratin with a creamy texture, and namafu dengaku (grilled fu). Tofu, which is the cornerstone of the course, is made from a type of tofu that falls somewhere between cotton and silken and is smooth and silky, but at the same time has the unique texture of tofu. We hope you will enjoy a wide variety of tofu dishes in the Higashiyama area, which is home to many famous places.

Lotus Moon Tea House "Tofu Cooking Course

Tofu Cooking Course 3,740 yen. Starting with an aperitif, a hearty 10-course meal including tofu gratin, yudofu, and dessert is served. Aperitif can be changed to a soft drink.

Lotus Moon Tea House Appearance

Tofu Cuisine Lotus Moon Tea House

  • traditional Chinese restaurant serving rice and meat
  • Jingu-michi Chion-in Kita-iru, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 5 min. walk from Exit 1 of Higashiyama Subway Station
  • Tel. 075-561-4589
  • 11:00 - 14:30 (LO/13:30, Drink LO/14:00)
    17:00 - 21:00 (LO/19:30, Drink LO/20:30)
    Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
  • All seats non-smoking (smoking space available) Fully private room available No parking
  • https://rengetudyaya.gorp.jp/

15. Under 5,000 yen] Shichikusa Yudofu, vegetarian cuisine at Seigenin in the World Heritage Site Ryoan-ji Temple / Ryoan-ji Temple

At Sai-Gen-In, located on the grounds of the World Heritage Site Ryoan-ji Temple, you can enjoy vegetarian cuisine and Nanakusa-yudofu (seven herbs hot tofu) while gazing at the Japanese garden. The garden greens in the spring, greens in the summer, autumn leaves in the fall, and dignified silence in the winter. The seven herbs yudofu is filled with many vegetables such as Chinese cabbage and potherb mustard and Kyoto-style fu (wheat gluten), and the smooth tofu goes perfectly with the special sauce. The vegetarian dishes, including takiawase, sesame tofu, and dressed vegetables, will gently pamper your body and soul. The restaurant's appeal is said to be the reason why many people repeatedly visit Sai-Gen-In, where they can enjoy healthy vegetarian cuisine in a setting that is uniquely Kyoto.

Seigenin "Shichikusa Yudofu" (vegetarian cuisine)

Vegetarian cuisine: Shichikusa yudofu (seven herbs tofu), 3,800 yen. In addition to beautiful vegetarian dishes, the lineup includes yudofu, which was created more than 60 years ago with nutrition in mind by the previous chief priest.

Seigenin Autumn Exterior

Saigonin

  • restrictionist
  • 13, Ryoanji Goryonoshita-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture (on the premises of Ryoanji Temple)
  • Short walk from bus stop "Ryoanji-mae".
  • Tel. 075-462-4742
  • 11:00-15:00
    Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays (open on holidays)
  • All seats non-smoking No private room Parking available
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All prices include tax.
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