After enjoying sightseeing in Kyoto, let's have a toast at an Izakaya!

Update-date: Nov 14 2024
Author: SAVOR JAPAN
After enjoying sightseeing in Kyoto, let's have a toast at an Izakaya!

Kyoto, with its old shrines, temples, cobblestone streets and traditional Kyoto townhouses, is a popular tourist destination visited by many people from both inside and outside Japan. After enjoying the atmosphere of the ancient capital, how about finishing off with a toast at an Izakaya? Savor the local sake of Kyoto and other alcoholic beverages, along with delicious dishes that complement them, and conclude your trip to Kyoto on a high note.

Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch

Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch cuisine
Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch floor
Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch, open from 2:00 p.m. till late, offers an array of obanzai (traditional Kyoto home cooking). The standout dish is the "Kyoto yuba no kinchaku-age," a deep-fried tofu with bean curd skin renowned for its crispy outer and tender inner texture. Sake lovers can sample three local Kyoto sakes with the "3 Kinds of Sake Comparison." The stylish, naturally lit bar, suitable for solo or date nights, lets guests enjoy casual stand-up drinks and local interactions.

Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch

Open: Dinner 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Omiya Station. Go north on Omiya-dori street. Turn left into Rokkaku-dori Street, then turn right into Shinsenen-dori Street. It is on the right side.
Address: 91-15, Imashinzaike Higashi-machi, Sanjo-sagaru, Shinsenen-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Map
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Kyoto Kushidokoro Azumaya

Grilled Kyoto-raised chicken with a secret sauce that has been aged for 15 years

Grilled Kyoto-raised chicken with a secret sauce that has been aged for 15 years
Kyoto Kushidokoro Azumaya is located a 7-minute walk from Sanjo Station, facing Kiyamachi Street, which is lined with restaurants and bars. The recommended dish is 'Yakitori,' made with fresh chicken from Kyoto and grilled to perfection. It is finished with a secret sauce that has been cultivated for 15 years. The 'Kushiage,' served with three types of homemade sauces, is also popular. Enjoy it with over 20 varieties of sake from breweries within Kyoto city.
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Slow jazz plays in the store, creating a stylish atmosphere that differs from the typical image of a Yakitori restaurant. Each table has blinds installed, allowing you to enjoy your meal without worrying about the neighboring tables. There is also a raised Tatami room with a sunken Kotatsu that can be used as a completely private room for up to 9 people, where you can stretch your legs and relax comfortably.

Kyoto Kushidokoro Azumaya

Open: [Monday-Friday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm) / [Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 2: 00 am (L.O. 1:30 am) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: From the exit, cross the Sanjo bridge and walk south on Kiyamachi-dori Street. It's on 2F of the building next to the left of Gyu-nabe Chiba restaurant.
Address: 2F, Toritane Bldg., 186, Zaimoku-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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GION Yamaneko

Craft beer and Sake from Kyoto enjoyed in a 150-year-old Kyoto townhouse

Experience Kyoto craft beer and sake in a 150-year-old Kyomachiya
GION Yamaneko, located a 7-minute walk from Gion-Shijo station, is a dining bar that has been renovated from a 150-year-old former teahouse in a traditional Kyoto townhouse. Unusually for this area, it is a place where you can drink alcohol from noon. Starting with 7 types of craft beer, the selection of Kyoto-produced alcohol, including over 50 types of Sake, whiskey and gin, is impressive. The food menu, which pairs well with the drinks, is also extensive.
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When you enter the building that exudes a sense of history, a modern space that blends Japanese and Western styles unfolds. The stylish interior features lanterns that evoke a Japanese atmosphere and decorations with dried flowers. The first floor has a total of 23 counter and table seats, while the second floor offers comfortable sofa seating. Whether you want to have a light drink or settle in for a more leisurely experience, enjoy the luxurious time drinking in Gion.

GION Yamaneko

Open: 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O.10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 502m from Gion-shijo Station
Address: 321-1, Kitagawa, Gion-machi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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Sumibi Kazuya

A hidden Izakaya boasting fresh Kyoto vegetables and seafood

A hidden izakaya boasting fresh Kyoto vegetables and seafood
Just a 2-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station, Sumibi Kazuya is located on Nishi-kiyamachi Street near the charming Takase River. This Izakaya offers charcoal-grilled seasonal ingredients such as seafood and Kyoto vegetables. The 'Grilled Vegetables Assortment' features five types of vegetables, quickly grilled at high temperatures to concentrate their flavors. The freshly caught Sashimi is also a must-try dish. Don't miss out on the weekly selection of Shochu, Sake, and wine.
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As you step into the store, which exudes an atmosphere reminiscent of a hidden retreat, your attention is immediately drawn to the large single-piece counter that extends to the back of the store. The large counter is recommended for individuals and couples. At the back of the store, there are Tatami rooms that can accommodate from 4 to 20 people, allowing families and groups to enjoy their meals without worrying about their surroundings. There are also table seats that are perfect for small groups.

Sumibi Kazuya

Open:
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi Station
Address: 364, Kamiya-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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Torisei Takoyakushi Branch

Creative chicken dishes enjoyed in a sophisticated modern space

Creative chicken dishes enjoyed in a sophisticated modern space
Torisei Takoyakushi, located a 3-minute walk from Shijo Station, is a creative chicken cuisine restaurant that follows the tradition of a yakitori shop with over 50 years of history. Our proud 'yakitori' uses carefully selected domestic brand chickens and meticulously chosen ingredients. The ' Oyadori Yaki (Spicy Flavor)' made with thigh meat from roosters raised over approximately 600 days has an irresistible crunchy texture.
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The interior is a stylish, modern space that doesn't look like a typical Yakitori restaurant at first glance. In addition to spacious table seating, there are semi-private rooms and fully private rooms for small groups. The second floor has a chic atmosphere with dimmed lighting, subtly evoking a Kyoto-like ambiance. Enjoy carefully crafted chicken dishes in this elegant and refined space while sipping on Sake delivered directly from the Fushimi breweries.

Torisei Takoyakushi Branch

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O.10:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday] 11:30 am-10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line or 3-minute walk from Shijo Station on Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line
Address: 625, Mototakeda-cho, Higashiiru, Higashinotoin, Takoyakushi-dori,  Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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Update-date: Nov 14 2024
Author: SAVOR JAPAN

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