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   Pontocho Idumoya

   先斗町 いづもや

   

   Kyoto

   Kyoto

   Pontocho Idumoya

   先斗町 いづもや

   Enjoy the Seasonal Scenery Along the Kamo-gawa River

   This long-established Japanese restaurant is located in an alley in Pontocho, Kyoto. Its tasteful appearance blends in with the historic streetscape, further enhancing the atmosphere of its customers. Taking advantage of its location along the Kamo-gawa River, the restaurant offers a riverside terrace from May to September, allowing customers to enjoy their meal while feeling the cool breeze. The restaurant offers a wide variety of Japanese dishes, including eel dishes, which have been on offer since the restaurant's founding, as well as Kyoto kaiseki and sukiyaki. The restaurant is renowned for its delicate flavors that make the most of the ingredients' natural taste. In addition to tatami rooms, the restaurant also has private rooms with table seating, making it suitable for a wide range of occasions, including entertaining, business meetings, and family meals. It is also close to Shijo Kawaramachi and Gion, making it an easy place to stop by in between sightseeing.

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   【Business hours】 11:30 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. (LO 9:00 P.M.), *Lunch Service: 11:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.

   【Address】

   柏屋町173-2, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto

   【Access】

   [Train] Approximately 1-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line, Approximately 4-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line

   【Tel】

   +81-75-211-2501

   【Closed days】 Open all-year-round

   

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   Honkaku Sumibiyaki Unagi En Kyoto Sanjo

   本格炭火焼うなぎ えん 京都三条店

   

   Kyoto

   Kyoto

   Honkaku Sumibiyaki Unagi En Kyoto Sanjo

   本格炭火焼うなぎ えん 京都三条店

   Mastering the Art of Eel — A Tradition Passed Down with Pride

   Located just a 1-minute walk from Sanjo Station on the Keihan Electric Railway, this authentic charcoal-grilled eel restaurant offers a truly memorable dining experience. Fresh eel is prepared each morning and grilled slowly over binchotan charcoal using a traditional method—high heat from a distance—to achieve a unique texture: crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. Paired with the restaurant’s secret sauce, it delivers a flavor that stands out. The eel is served over “Mizukagami rice,” a premium variety of Omi rice selected for its soft texture and subtle sweetness, perfectly complementing the dish.Menu highlights include “Sumibiyaki Shirakaba Jyu” (white-grilled eel over rice), “Sumibiyaki Unagi Nishiki Jyu” (charcoal-grilled eel with savory rolled omelet), and “Omi Beef Jyu” (rice bowl topped with premium Omi beef)—a great option for guests who prefer beef, making it easy to dine together with varying tastes. Reservations are recommended during peak hours.

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   【Business hours】 Lunch: 11:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (LO 3:00 P.M.), Dinner: 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. (LO 8:00 P.M.)

   【Address】

   三条通大橋東入大橋町103 高樹会館O2 B1F, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto

   【Access】

   [Train] Approximately 1-minute walk from Sanjo Station on the Keihan Electric Railway Keihan Main Line

   【Tel】

   +81-75-606-4113

   【Closed days】 Irregular holidays

   

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   Arashiyama Unashu

   嵐山 うな秀

   

   Kyoto

   Kyoto

   Arashiyama Unashu

   嵐山 うな秀

   Enjoy Kansai-Style Charcoal-Grilled Domestic Eel

   This eel specialty restaurant is located just a 1-minute walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, making it a convenient stop during your visit to Arashiyama. Housed in a traditional Kyoto machiya townhouse that honors its historic charm, the restaurant offers a tranquil atmosphere—perfect for both sightseeing breaks and special occasions. The dishes feature carefully selected, high-quality Japanese eel, expertly grilled by skilled chefs using Kansai-style techniques. The result is crispy skin, thick, tender flesh, and the irresistible aroma of charcoal grilling that enhances every bite. The rice is a premium Koshihikari variety specially prepared by Hachidaime Gihey, a well-known rice purveyor in Kyoto. The menu includes classics like Shirayaki (grilled without sauce), Kabayaki (grilled with sauce), Unaju (eel over rice), and Hitsumabushi, as well as a unique "Unagyuju"—a savory combination of Japanese eel and domestic beef. It’s a must-visit for eel lovers.

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   【Business hours】 Lunch: 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (LO 3:30 P.M.), Dinner: 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. (LO 7:30 P.M.)

   【Address】

   嵯峨天龍寺車道町25, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto

   【Access】

   [Train] Approximately 1-minute walk from JR Sagano Line Saga Arashiyama Station/Sagano Scenic Railway Sagano Scenic Line Torokko Saga Station

   【Tel】

   +81-75-496-8400

   【Closed days】 Wednesdays

   

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   Kyo Unawa Flagship Restaurant Kiyomizu Hanare

   京うな和本店 清水はなれ

   

   Kyoto

   Kyoto

   Kyo Unawa Flagship Restaurant Kiyomizu Hanare

   京うな和本店 清水はなれ

   Discover Kyoto’s Landmarks and Savour Premium Grilled Eel

   Located approximately a 17-minute walk from Keihan Electric Railway Kiyomizu-Gojo Station, "Kyounawa Honten - Shimizu Hanare" is a restaurant specializing in eel dishes that are full of Kyoto atmosphere. High-quality eels are carefully selected and procured from all over the country, including from Mikawa Isshiki in Aichi Prefecture. They are carefully grilled by craftsmen and served with a deep-flavored sauce made using traditional methods to enhance the flavor. Their signature dish, Hitsumabushi, is a recommended delicacy. The restaurant's plain wood interior is a Japanese space that exudes the atmosphere of Kyoto, and there are tables where you can relax and unwind. It is close to Kyoto's famous sites and is easy to drop by, so why not enjoy some luxurious eel dishes in between sightseeing?

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   【Business hours】 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. (LO 6:30 P.M.)

   【Address】

   五条橋東6丁目583-104, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto

   【Access】

   [Train] Approximately 17-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Main Line; [Bus] Approximately 6-minute walk from Gojozaka bus stop on all Kyoto City bus routes

   【Tel】

   +81-75-525-2323

   【Closed days】 Open all-year-round

   

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