Located on a small street that you might overlook, just up from Karasuma Oike on Takakura Street, this restaurant has a long counter that can seat about 20 people on the first floor, and two table seats. There are also table seats on the second floor that can accommodate about 10 people. Despite being busy, the staff's service was good and the restaurant was bustling. This time, I ordered a plate of four unique appetizers for one person only, as well as liver pate. Although the liver pate seemed like it would go well with wine, unfortunately, they did not have any wine available. The appetizer plate had innovative and distinctive flavors that were enjoyable! Thank you for the meal. I will definitely come back again!

Jack and Matilda, a famous standing bar in Osaka Fukushima, is expanding rapidly. I've been to their store in Lucua before, but I had no idea they had a shop in Kyoto, let alone in the Shijo-Karasuma area where there aren't many good standing bars. What stands out is that they are open from 3 pm, and they have a stylish atmosphere after renovating a machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouse). The young and friendly male staff make it easy for young female solo customers to feel comfortable, and there were some on the day I visited. The added value of being in Kyoto is certainly there, but I honestly wonder what added value Osaka standing bars bring when they come to Kyoto. It seems tough if they are just trying to appeal to the general public who frequents Osaka's station buildings, but I can't quite grasp what strategy Jack and Matilda have for entering this location. Existing standing bars in Kyoto that are banking on the fact that they are in Kyoto may not survive. I'm sorry if this is confusing, but just for your reference!

This is a casual place where you can easily drop by. The interior has a calm atmosphere and is very comfortable! Even though it's a standing bar, the food is of high quality! Highball (whiskey and soda) for 450 yen, refreshing Hamo (pike conger) cutlet with Tosazu tomato for 500 yen, pork shoulder loin with Saikyo miso marinade for 690 yen, and beef tendon tofu for 390 yen. When you think of Kyoto in the summer, you think of Hamo! The cutlet is thick and crispy, and the Tosazu tomato adds a refreshing touch. The pork shoulder loin is surprisingly tender and not at the level of a typical standing bar. The beef tendon tofu has a good texture and no unpleasant smell, making it a great match with alcohol. The service is also excellent! I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal!

Tsukinokoguma Wagyu Sukiyaki Harumaki for 450 yen. Located in a back alley near Karasuma Kyoto, this restaurant is part of the KURAMA project series. It's a reliable place. Just a little ways down a narrow road, you'll find a charming restaurant housed in a renovated old Japanese-style house. The food is undeniably delicious. The spring rolls were especially tasty. I wanted to order more, but I resisted because I know I'll be back again.

I visited the restaurant to try their delicious white liver sashimi, which I love. It was Friday night at 8:30 pm and the temperature was 31 degrees. The restaurant was almost full, but they were able to seat me. The inside of the restaurant was warm, around 29 degrees, and the man next to me was fanning himself. The white liver sashimi I had was incredibly delicious. I want to come back just to eat this again. The beer was cold and served in a thick glass. I also had some sashimi, which was good but didn't seem to have the same level of quality and attention to detail as the meat. Still, I found myself craving more fish. The restaurant was lively, so I think it would be enjoyable to go with a small group of 3 people.

Visited on a weekend night. It was our second stop, so we arrived slightly after the peak hours. We didn't have a reservation but managed to casually walk in to find a popular spot! When we arrived, about 90% of the restaurant was filled with customers. They have a variety of unique dishes on the menu, with a decent selection of Japanese history as well. The cost performance is not bad, and the portions are small so it's perfect for solo dining. Both the standard and unique dishes exceeded our expectations in terms of taste. In fact, about 20% of the customers were dining alone. The casual atmosphere of the staff is also great. I definitely want to go back!

I visited the popular standing bar Tsukinokoguma with a good reputation in the area (^_^). They are open from 3 pm, making it convenient to drop by anytime. I went with a friend who recommended it to me. This place is known for its dedication to Japanese sake, and my knowledgeable friend recommended some sake and snacks for us to enjoy. Not only was the sake good, but I was also pleasantly surprised by the high quality and deliciousness of the snacks we tried. We had dishes like grilled chicken liver, chicken tenderloin in ponzu sauce, black bean mascarpone eight-layered cake, lotus root tempura with butter, squid and cream croquette, and crab miso salad pasta. Every dish was of such high quality that I couldn't believe it was just a standing bar. They also provide attentive service when you tell them your sake preferences. I think this place is not just for a second bar stop, but can also be a main destination for a night out. I heard that the second floor is available for private parties, so I'm looking forward to gathering some friends and trying out their unlimited drink option next time! (((o(*ﾟ∀ﾟ*)o)))

Kyoto night. I made a reservation at a late hour for the restaurant I was looking forward to, so I stopped by a casual place for a quick drink before that. I had about three cups standing at the counter, and had 3-4 small dishes, all of which were creative and perfect for drinking. The staff were young and energetic, and I left the place in a happy mood. If it were closer, I would want to go there regularly. I definitely want to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

First stop in Kyoto! A standing bar that looks nice if it were near my house. The path to the entrance is so cute. You can eat both meat and fish, all in small dishes perfect for drinkers. I arrived early but it was already quite crowded. Thank you for the meal.

Currently, the most attention-grabbing standing bar group is the "Kurama Project," which is a unique organization consisting of individual stores rather than a traditional company. In Fukushima, there are "Jack and Matilda," "Back Alley Avant-garde" in Temma, "Azuki-colored Marcus," "Tsurezure Renaissance" in Umeda, and "Stand Tiger Lily." They aim for a decentralized management structure without a president or store manager, blending individualism and organization. These unique and distinctive shops are quite interesting. I have been trying to visit them one by one, but it's taking longer than expected. However, I happened to find a standing bar in Kyoto called "Standing Bar Tsukinokoguma," a space I love. After a full day of concentrated architectural training, I wanted to unwind, so I went in search of a standing bar. The clean and renovated shop in a hidden alley was a welcoming sight. Since it was early in the opening hours, there were only 2-3 customers, which was a pleasant time. I found my spot at the counter and settled in, feeling as comfortable as a dog shaking off. Next to me was a career woman in a deep navy suit. As more customers arrived, I gradually moved further back. The conversation revolved around work, and even a talented woman like her had her own worries. Although I could offer some advice due to my longer life experience, she was a talented career woman at a certain securities company, and I found myself more often inspired by her. Life is a continuous cycle of learning, and I received motivation for tomorrow once again. [Order] Assorted appetizers for one person (750 yen), seared white liver (450 yen), Tsukinoko platter (1,090 yen), Wagyu sukiyaki spring rolls (900 yen), draft beer (490 yen x 2), and whisky highball (450 yen x 2). Thank you for the meal.

Standing bar Tsukinokoguma. Located about a 10-minute walk from Hankyu Karasuma Station in Kyoto, this hidden gem of a standing bar is tucked away down a narrow alley off Takakura Street. You can enjoy a variety of dishes such as chicken, fish, fried foods, and specialty dishes. I particularly enjoyed the beef suki spring rolls. The interior has a calm atmosphere and feels suitable for various occasions.

"Standing bar Tsukinokoguma" Kyoto Karasuma Hankyu Karasuma Station Salted fish roe and cilantro salad Chicken harami with spicy sauce Crab miso salad spaghetti Japanese sake, etc. Visited for dinner, the appetizers were delicious, and the Japanese sake selection was quite good. I would like to try more dishes next time. ✨

- Assorted 3 types of daily side dishes (650 yen) - Red snapper with fragrant ponzu sauce (590 yen) - Black bean mascarpone hachitashi (550 yen) ★... Recommended menu Just a 2-3 minute walk from Karasuma Station, this standing bar is located in a back alley. It is affiliated with popular Osaka restaurants "Jack and Matilda" and "Back Alley Avant-garde." The interior has a counter that can accommodate about 15-20 people. The affiliated restaurants here truly serve delicious dishes no matter what you order. Especially, the "Black Bean Mascarpone Hachitashi" made with hachitashi (octagonal-shaped sweet) is a smooth and sweet paste that can be enjoyed as both a side dish and a dessert. Thank you for the meal.

This place is outstanding! The atmosphere is great for having a good time, no wonder it's so popular. The staff is friendly and you end up staying longer than planned. The cost performance is good, the food is delicious, and customers of all ages can enjoy it. The charm of being in a back alley is irresistible! I will definitely go back 100%. It's perfect for daytime drinking too! Thank you for the meal! I immediately told my friends about it!!

I heard that this shop is a popular Jack and Matilda series in Osaka, so I was looking forward to it. It's a bit hard to find because it's located in a narrow alley, but the shop is open for business. The counter was quite crowded, but they were able to accommodate customers with some space, so we were able to enter as the last group. However, since it's a standing bar, the turnover is fast, so customers leave quickly and new customers come in. It's nice that they are open from 3 pm, it's convenient (lol). They seem to have hot sake available, but there isn't a specialized menu, they will tell you what they have and also serve hot sake. The appetizers are served in small dishes, so it's nice that you can order a variety of things.

A popular standing bar group from Osaka, known for places like "Standing Bar Jack and Matilda" and "Standing Bar Marcus in Azuki Color," has opened their first location in Kyoto under the name "Goemon Osaka." However, due to some issues, they have changed their name and are starting fresh. Their menu includes a solo appetizer set with 2 types of fish and 2 types of side dishes, chicken with wasabi, and highball cocktails. They open at 3 pm, making it a great spot for a quick drink. I love this group, so I will definitely be visiting again!

I found this place through a search for "Karasuma Standing Bar" during my business trip to Kyoto. I arrived on a Sunday night after 8 pm and the place was bustling with people attracted by the cheap drinks and delicious yet affordable food. The three staff members behind the counter were working efficiently, preparing and serving dishes without missing a beat. I tried the following dishes: - Leek salad with sweet flavor - Kansai-style coleslaw salad, unexpectedly delicious - Cream croquette with squid and tuna, absolutely delicious - Two large bottles of Akahoshi beer, my favorite (totaling around 2,600 yen) I wanted to try Sasaiichi, a drink not commonly found in Tokyo izakayas, but I had to leave as a friend in Kyoto called me. I will definitely come back if I visit Kyoto again.

This is my second visit to this restaurant! It used to be called Goemon Osaka. I wonder why they changed the name? Maybe because there are a lot of tourists and they wanted to remove the Osaka name? I don't know~. If you come here, the seared dishes are a must-try. Especially the Shirako seared and Seseri seared that I mentioned in the title! They are not listed on the menu at the table, but on a blackboard-like board, so be careful! The sashimi assortment is also recommended. There are new and interesting items, so I had some new discoveries. For those dining alone, there is a limited selection of 4 obanzai dishes, so be sure to order them too! It's a solo dining advantage! I accidentally ordered the normal 3 types without realizing it. There are also Japanese sakes other than local sakes, so you can enjoy them too! I will bring my friends next time! Thank you for the meal.

I heard that a series of shops changed their name and reopened. The menu was also completely renewed! The total cost for two people was 5,500 yen. We had two highball cocktails and three draft beers. The highball cocktail for 390 yen is quite cheap. The opening hours have also changed to start from 3 p.m., so day drinking is now allowed. Thank you for the meal!

A popular Osaka restaurant has opened in Kyoto. They serve Kyoto-style dishes as well. - Name: Tachinomi Tsukinokoguma - Type: Standing bar / Chicken dishes / Charcoal-grilled food / Obanzai (Kyoto-style dishes) / Sake - Address: 561 Kaiyamachi, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto - Nearest station: Karasuma / Shijo - Business hours: Not specified - Opening hours: 15:00-22:30 - Regular holiday: Not specified - Specialties: Simmered chicken thigh, Grilled shrimp with mayonnaise, Boiled octopus with ponzu sauce, and more - Smoking: Allowed - Note: Formerly known as Goemon Osaka - Promotion: Account name - @t_umaii Tags: - Name / #TachinomiTsukinokoguma #Tsukinokoguma - Location / #Kyoto #Nakagyo #Karasuma #Shijo - Type / #StandingBar #KyotoStandingBar #KarasumaStandingBar #ChickenDishes #KyotoChickenDishes #KarasumaChickenDishes - Scene / #Gourmet #KyotoGourmet #KarasumaGourmet #Foodie #KyotoFoodie #KarasumaFoodie #BarHopping #KyotoBarHopping #KarasumaBarHopping #DrinkingBuddies #Sakestagram #SakePairing - Search / #TasteOfSakeKyoto #TasteOfSakeNakagyo #TasteOfSakeKarasuma #TasteOfSakeStandingBar #TasteOfSakeChickenDishes #TasteOfSake - Rating / Q:3 S:3 C:3 A:4 P:3 = 16/25 That's all.