The restaurant review is as follows: Rating: ★★★★★ Today's restaurant is Koryouri Takaya in Kyoto, Japan. They offer a lunch menu featuring 10 small dishes made with seasonal ingredients. It's a Japanese restaurant located about a 5-6 minute walk from Kyoto Station. I arrived around noon after making a reservation. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with only 9 seats at an L-shaped counter. I ordered the lunch set which included 8 small dishes, pickles, and chawanmushi. The chef, who runs the restaurant alone, explained each dish's origin and preparation method. The food was delicious, and I was impressed by the attention to detail in every dish. The shiny rice cooked in an iron pot was outstanding. The miso soup was flavorful, and overall, it was a fantastic dining experience. I highly recommend this place for a serene and enjoyable meal.

I visited without a reservation on a sudden business trip, but managed to slip in. I arrived around the opening time of 12:00 on Tuesday. It seems that reservations are almost essential, but luckily they were able to accommodate me as a solo diner. The taste, hospitality, and price were all satisfying to the point where I thought, "I should make a reservation next time!" The set included 10 small dishes, shiny rice cooked in a clay pot, and miso soup for a very reasonable price of 2,200 yen including tax! Each dish was meticulously prepared and truly delicious! This hidden gem near Kyoto Station is a blessing for business travelers unfamiliar with the area. Thank you for the hospitality until I was seen off.

Recently, it has been difficult to secure a reservation at my favorite restaurant, Takaya. Each dish is carefully and delicately prepared with a light flavor, and there is a good variety and volume. What impressed me once again was the freshly cooked rice. It is slightly firm and shines brightly. When drinking alcohol, I usually don't reach for rice, but the rice here is exceptional, truly delicious and beautiful. The lunch menu is also a great deal, so this is definitely a reliable restaurant.

This is a restaurant where you can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine at the counter. I made a reservation on the day of, but since it was a weekday, I was able to get a seat. The dishes were a chef's choice course, but when I mentioned my dislikes, they made adjustments for me. Thank you for the attentive service! Each dish was meticulously prepared, delicate, and incredibly delicious, making me truly feel like I was in Kyoto. I received recommendations for drinks that paired well with the food! The quality at this price is fantastic! Thank you for the wonderful meal!

Visited on a weekday evening with a reservation made a week prior. Opted for the chef's special course. The serene and elegant restaurant had only 9 seats. Each dish, showcasing the season, was meticulously prepared. The bonito straw-grilled dish, seared mackerel sushi, and sweetfish tempura were exceptionally delicious. Will definitely return when the seasons change. Thank you for the wonderful meal! (^^)

I always struggle to find a good place to eat during my business trips to Kyoto... I did some research and found this place that seemed to offer authentic Kyoto cuisine, so I decided to give it a try despite carrying a lot of luggage. When I arrived, it was almost fully booked with reserved guests, and the atmosphere seemed quite strict, but miraculously there was one seat available for me. The restaurant had around 8 seats, I think? I was excited to see the chefs preparing the dishes right in front of me at the counter. The atmosphere was lovely, with some customers wearing kimonos and enjoying sake, creating a delightful experience along with the delicious food. The chef explained each dish from the right: first was what seemed to be bluefin tuna, then firefly squid and Kyoto leek with cherry shrimp, simmered Kyoto-style vegetables, deep-fried eggplant and mackerel with Kyoto bamboo shoots, beef stew with potatoes, Yamagata beef, sea bream head simmered in white miso from Toyama with sansho pepper sauce, rolled omelette with dashi, pickles, and Oita's Hitomebore rice, which I had seconds of. The rice was cooked meticulously in a divine rice cooker, not an ordinary one. It was an incredible value at 2,000 yen. The chef also explained the origins of the ingredients, showing their dedication to quality. Perhaps they have contracts with local farmers. I may need to make a reservation next time I visit Kyoto. Every dish was delicious, and I had a wonderful time. It's hard to convey the charm of this place through photos. Lastly, they kindly filled the single spot for me and thanked me for visiting. I felt that the charming chef, or should I say master, and the cozy atmosphere of the restaurant were what made this place special.

⧉┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⧉˗ˏˋ Elegant Japanese cuisine at a counter-style restaurant ˎˊ˗⧉┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⧉Koryouri Takaya♡Kyoto❤︎Kyoto Station♡my pick!・Chef's choice course♡In the evening, only "chef's choice course" is available> < ♡Since I'm in Kyoto, I decided to enjoy Kyoto cuisine‪(՞ .ˬ.՞)"‬♡I don't remember the first dish, but the second dish was fuguᐕ)ﾉ♡The third dish was sashimi.

Enjoyed with soy sauce or sudachi>_< ♡♡The fourth dish was a soup. The fragrant aroma of the fish and the refreshing scent of yuzu spreading in the mouth were delightful‪⸜♡⸝‍‬♡The fifth dish had a vase with cherry blossoms blooming in front of you♡ - It's so cool that they serve the cherry blossoms with the meal ( ¯ᵕ¯ )♡Dishes included duck, fish, and sweetly simmered octopus໒꒱· ﾟThe hidden sixth dish was firefly squid with vinegar miso dressing(^-^)/ The tender firefly squid paired perfectly with the flavorful vinegar miso dressing(⁎˃ᴗ˂⁎)♡♡The seventh dish was tempura. The sweet and savory sauce with the bitterness of the vegetables was amazing(,,•﹏•,,)♡The eighth dish was meatballs with daikon - ̗̀‎The delicious dashi had a gentle flavor\( ˶˙˙˶)/♡♡The ninth dish was rice and red miso soup, with a choice of sukiyaki beef, grilled fish, or tamago kake gohan as an additional option‪- ̗̀ ꪔ̤ ̖́-‬I chose sukiyaki(* 'ᵕ' )☆♡Finally, two types of strawberries were served♡Ending with my favorite strawberries made me happy\♥︎/♡Being served the meal at the same time as other customers creates a memorable experience at this perfect restaurant in Kyoto(⁎ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈⁎). I truly enjoyed my time in Kyoto..♡Recommended points:
♥Chef's choice course featuring carefully selected seasonal ingredients
♥Each dish is a delight for the senses
♥Enjoy Kyoto Fushimi's sake
♥Only 9 counter seats, allowing you to observe the chef's skills
♥Visiting this restaurant made me feel like my trip to Kyoto was worthwhile
♥Sophisticated and calm atmosphere♡Restaurant name: Koryouri TakayaReservation: AvailableAccess: Approximately 5 minutes on foot from JR/Subway "Kyoto Station"441m from Kyoto Station◷: 12:00-14:00 (L.O. 13:30), 17:00-23:00 (L.O. 22:00)㊡: Sundays (Closed on Mondays if it's a public holiday)♡#KoryouriTakaya

Lunch set. I made a reservation in advance to have lunch. It's within a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station Central Exit. Inside, there are only counter seats for about 10 people. The interior was beautiful, quiet, and calm. The white rice cooked in a clay pot was refillable and reasonably priced. The lunch menu had only one option, which was the obanzai set. As you can see, there were many varieties of obanzai lined up. They were all delicious with elegant seasoning. No complaints. The chef was also kind and friendly! It cost 1870 yen, and the location is quite convenient. I would like to visit again! (๑•̀ω•́๑)b

Inspired by the drama "Chokotto Kyoto ni Sundemita" starring Kimura Fumino, I decided to make a stop in Kobe before reaching my destination. Since I was dining alone, I was considering either a counter-style restaurant or a small izakaya. I made a last-minute phone reservation at this restaurant from several options. The restaurant is about a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station. It turned out to be a counter-only establishment as expected. However, I found the acrylic dividers for COVID-19 precautions a bit off-putting as they obstructed the view of the chef at work. It was disappointing not being able to chat with the chef, which is important for solo dining. Nonetheless, I must report that the food was meticulously prepared and delicious. The summer vegetable and shrimp dish was delightful, and the presentation was beautiful. The dishes were both visually appealing and delicious, with unique combinations that surprised me. The restaurant offered a luxurious dining experience with each course being a delight. The meal ended with a refreshing fruit jelly. I left the restaurant satisfied with the attentive service and delicious food, looking forward to the next visit.

I visited Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi Tsubame for Kaiseki cuisine, but they were not open for lunch. With a friend who wanted to try various dishes, we made a reservation here. We walked through the underground shopping area from Kyoto Station, braving the rain. They only offer "Hiru Gozen" here. There are only 9 seats at the counter, with a spacious layout. We watched as the dishes were prepared in front of us, enjoying a beer while waiting. Small dishes were served on a tray. I ordered some sake as well. Every dish was delicious. My friend, who was full from the freshly cooked rice, also enjoyed it. It became a restaurant we'd like to visit again in the evening.

(Taken from a blog post) Today's lunch, I went to a small restaurant near Kyoto Station. ■ Koryouri TakayaIt seems to be a restaurant that offers Japanese cuisine using seasonal ingredients with an "omakase" menu. It is a traditional Japanese restaurant with a proper atmosphere. For lunch, there seemed to be only one menu called "Hiru Gozen" for 1,700 yen (+tax). When I ordered that, the cooking started in front of me, and I could hear the satisfying sound of tempura being fried.● Hiru GozenRice, miso soup, and 10 small dishes appeared. The small dishes seemed to be an "omakase" using seasonal ingredients. The owner explained each dish one by one. Today's white rice seems to be "hitomebore" from Oita Prefecture. There was a clay pot placed at the back of the counter, and refills were also possible. Let me introduce some of the 10 small dishes within my memory (^-^)Sashimi was kamasu and maguro. Steamed eggplant and herring, tempura of hiratake and satoimo, ohitashi with ikura. Mackerel mirin-boshi, furofuki daikon with moromi miso, beef shigure, dashimaki tamago. There were also vinegared dishes and pickles. So, let's dig in. I hesitated on where to start (^-^)Kamasu has two peak seasons in spring and autumn. The kamasu during this season was tender and fatty. The tempura coating was thin, allowing me to enjoy the rich taste of the meaty hiratake. The tempura of satoimo, which allows you to enjoy the rich umami and texture, was very delicious (^-^)It's wonderful to taste ohitashi with plenty of ikura for lunch!! The herring and eggplant had soaked up the broth flavor, making it very elegant. The furofuki daikon with moromi miso was also delicious. I felt that each dish had its own goodness. With a large number of dishes, the performance for 1,700 yen seems quite high. Being close to Kyoto Station, it seems like a good small restaurant to invite friends from afar (^-^) I really liked it!!

A wonderful Japanese restaurant with only counter seats behind Kyoto Tower. I had the course meal. Each dish was carefully prepared with high-quality ingredients, which was delightful! Be sure to try the egg over rice for the finale. Whether with friends or alone, it's a place where you can enjoy yourself. Thank you for the meal.

I was very satisfied with the lunch that exceeded its cost performance. For 1700 yen, I could have seconds of eight kinds of small dishes and freshly cooked rice in a clay pot. Every dish was carefully made and delicious. The rice that day was a new crop of Hitomebore from Oita. The small counter-only interior was somehow calming. The kind chef's dishes made me want to come back for more. I would like to visit for dinner as well.

Good evening, everyone. It seems that this review will be the 500th. Despite having been around for a long time, the number of posts is small, but it is deeply moving. I want to continue enjoying various dishes at different restaurants. I would like to briefly write about the Japanese food I ate when I visited Kyoto recently. When you come to Kyoto, you have to eat Japanese food. At first, I planned to go to "Muromachi Kaji," which left a strong impression on me last time I visited Kyoto, but the reservation didn't work out. So, I called another restaurant I wanted to visit, "Koryouri Takaya," and was able to make a reservation. The atmosphere of the restaurant is warm, yet has a clean and organized feel. It has a beautiful design based on wood. I ordered the 6500 yen course because I wanted to fully enjoy the experience. I chose sake, specifically the fragrance of "Kouda," a special junmai sake. It is light and refreshing, with a lingering aftertaste. Delicious. Starting with the "hassun," the white miso enhances the bitterness in a balanced and creamy dish. White miso has become a delightful food for me as an adult. The fried ginkgo nuts and mashed taro have a crispy exterior with a soft and moist interior, leaving a lingering umami flavor on the palate. Enjoying this followed by sake makes the transition smooth and pleasant. The oysters have absorbed plenty of their own umami-rich soy sauce, creating a delicious flavor that makes you sigh in delight. The snow crab with ponzu jelly offers a rich taste of the sea. The aroma of the crab spreads gracefully without being overpowering. Everything is wonderful. The hassun was promising and made me anticipate the next dish, the soup. Matsutake mushroom and sea bream noodles. The broth is delicious, with the fragrance of matsutake mushrooms and the umami of sea bream blending harmoniously. The noodles are firm and soft, creating a mesmerizing contrast in intensity. The sea bream is lightly cooked, tender, and flavorful. Despite the chilly weather, this soup warmed me up instantly. The grilled "kamasu" from the Goto Islands is seared on the surface. The chewy flesh expands with a rich taste of "kamasu." Savoring the fading taste, I take a sip of sake. Mitsui's longevity. This dry sake shines sharply, refreshing like a cleansing breeze. The grilled "anago" from Awaji Island is served with finely chopped onion in a vinegar soy sauce. The crunchy texture of the skin contrasts with the smoothness of the eel. The sweet richness of the onion and the refreshing acidity of the vinegar soy sauce harmonize with the flavor of the eel. The charred skin adds a lovely accent. The deep-fried "guji" from Yamaguchi Prefecture has a crispy skin with a light and airy texture. The flesh is tender, sweet, and full of flavor. I feel happy. I pair it with "Gikyou" from Gifu Prefecture, which has a gentle aroma and a rich, robust flavor. Delicious. The assortment of simmered vegetables. The eggplant is incredibly delicious. And there, my notes are interrupted. Why...? The new rice "Yumegokochi." Served with dried soy sauce mackerel, simmered beef, and homemade pickles. The glossy and delicious new rice. With every bite, the sweetness of the rice and the delicious water come alive in my mouth. The mackerel is rich in fat, with a strong flavor that makes you crave more rice with each bite. The simmered beef is carefully prepared and makes you want to savor it slowly. By the way, you can get a rice refill, so you can enjoy the rice with the accompaniments without worry. Finally, we finish with fig sherbet, which has a gentle sweetness, elegantly concluding the meal. I was surprised by the delicious "Ippodo" green tea when it came time to pay. It cost 9500 yen per person. Satisfied. Thank you for the feast. With the attentive skills of the owner and the warm atmosphere, I was able to enjoy a comfortable and delicious meal. I recommend enjoying Japanese cuisine leisurely at the counter. I would like to visit again when I go to Kyoto next time. Well then, everyone, enjoy your dining experience!

On Christmas Eve, I decided to go for Japanese cuisine (*≧∀≦*) While festive Western-style Christmas dinners are nice, enjoying a relaxed atmosphere with Japanese cuisine is a hidden gem☆ The restaurant, "Koryouri," offers exquisite dishes crafted with wonderful ingenuity and sensibility. You can taste flavors honed in Ishibe Koji at a reasonable price. The highlights of the course included the tiger pufferfish shirako sauce, with a smooth sauce accented by sansho pepper, offering richness and umami. The pufferfish was lightly seared, adding a nice crunch. Personally, I prefer it aged for another night, but the texture was also excellent (*´꒳`*) The owner prefers clean-tasting sake, which I enjoyed for its crisp flavor unlike typical Kyoto sake. The owner provided sincere and attentive service, while the (Miyazaki-born) apprentice worked diligently. I also enjoyed chatting with the regulars at the counter, making it a delightful Christmas Eve!⋆ᗰદ૨૨ʏ⋆ᐠ₍⁽˚⑅̆˚⁾₎ᐟ⋆ᘓમ૨ıડτന੨ડ⋆ The restaurant is conveniently located near Kyoto Station, allowing us to enjoy until the last minute before catching the Shinkansen!

I suddenly decided to have dinner with my friends from Osaka on a weekday night, so I searched around Kyoto Station and made a reservation a week in advance. They only had set courses for 5500 yen or 7500 yen. Although we didn't drink much, the total came to around 10,000 yen per person. The number and quantity of dishes weren't that large, but each dish was carefully prepared, and they had a selection of domestic wines, allowing us to have a satisfying evening. The restaurant is conveniently located, and it is highly rated, making it a great choice for when you want to have a casual meal without the hassle of making reservations a week in advance.

This is a repeat visit. It's counter seating only, limited to about 10 meals, so it's safer to make a reservation in advance. This time, I came nearby and nervously entered. Fortunately, the last seat was available, so lucky. The only option is the usual lunch set, so no need to hesitate. For drinks, those who can drink might go for beer from noon. Before the tax increase, it was quite a deal at ¥1290, but now it's a normal price. When at Kyoto Station, I usually have lunch at Isetan's restaurant or ramen, but there are good restaurants a little further away. The carefully prepared rice, 8 kinds of side dishes, and red miso soup left me fully satisfied. The soy sauce mackerel was delicious! The simmered yellowtail with daikon was flavorful and tasty, and the red miso soup was excellent! The pickles were also deliciously light. The smoked hojicha tea was sophisticated. The yellowtail with daikon is cooked separately and then combined, well, it's a simmered dish. Traditional Japanese cuisine made with care is wonderful. Since it's limited in quantity, be sure not to forget to make a reservation! Enjoy a lovely Kyoto-style Japanese lunchtime! It's also great for hospitality.

I enjoyed the river fish kaiseki course at the original riverside restaurant Kibune "Fujiya" since noon, followed by savoring Kyoto ramen, and then heading to the recommended Kyoto kaiseki restaurant "Takaya" with friends. The skilled craftsmanship and delicate kaiseki dishes with a sophisticated touch on all five senses were truly impressive. The simple yet elegant dishes exuded a graceful charm. Even a surprise birthday champagne was provided... Thank you very much! ◾︎ Koryouri Takaya (Nishisakaimachi, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto) Chef's Choice Course ◾︎ Foodie Maro http://instagram.com/maro.j.maro

This is a review during the comment section closure. Takaya-san is truly amazing as always. Since their opening, they have not raised prices and are working so hard at this price point. It's really surprising that they have maintained their quality. Please refer to the previous review for details about the restaurant. The restaurant was quite busy this time as well... but the master's thoughtfulness (occasionally checking in and talking to us) and the staff's hospitality were heartwarming. If I were to make one request, it would be to add more meat... but unfortunately, they didn't have block meat that day. However, they thought of various options within their means, so thank you very much. [Items enjoyed on this day] ◆ Kushiro hairy crab with junsa and Tosazu jelly ◆ Pickled herring ◆ Grouper and winter melon clear soup with a strong flavor ◆ Steamed conger eel with seaweed salt or soy sauce ◆ Fried items (corn, horse mackerel, and asparagus) ◆ Small sukiyaki ◎ (additional) Vinegared clam ◎ (additional) Grilled beef with salt ◆ Rice and mackerel... the restaurant's specialty ◆ Special TKG (tamago kake gohan) ◆ Nuts and maple ice cream ・ River fish Heart & Seoul 2019 1000 ・ Kosajiemon ・ Koda ・ Torino Akagurasu wine x1 (grapes are foreign)

Before returning to Tokyo, I went for a lunch drink with my boss who is on a business trip alone in Kyoto. He seemed confident and excited to have found a good restaurant, giving off the impression that he's been having a blast in Kyoto. Everything remains the same, which is fantastic! Smooth operation. No disruptions in the schedule! When you walk around Kyoto and come across the huge Yodobashi Camera store, you'll find this place. It's a bit of a walk, but the bus stop was incredibly crowded! How many people were in line? It's a sight you don't see often in Tokyo. Many foreigners. It was quite a scene! The inside of the restaurant is small and clean, with the gentle aroma of cooking wafting through the air. Reservations are a must, and all seats were filled shortly after opening. Among the elegant Kyoto ladies, there were two rough-looking guys. Let's make sure not to cause any trouble and behave elegantly. I was curious about what kind of dishes they would serve, but I didn't ask at all. I watched the movements of the owner while sipping my beer. Oh, small plates kept piling up on the tray. There were quite a few, but they seemed gentle on the body. They even had sashimi! Great♫ As things were wrapping up, I switched to sake. The owner suggested a tasting of three different kinds. Despite handling everything alone, the meticulous attention to detail was wonderful. The sophisticated movements elevate the restaurant into a high-quality space. Truly a renowned restaurant in Kyoto. Each dish was carefully prepared. The umami flavor was handled with care, allowing the natural taste of the ingredients to shine through♫ The rice in the earthenware pot was shiny and very delicious. I had a great time with a variety of side dishes and sake. Kyoto is wonderful. I'll definitely come back next time for dinner! Thank you for the wonderful meal!!!