
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)
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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