Located in front of both Keihan Electric Railway and JR East Tofukuji Station, Kabukiko is a convenient station-side restaurant. From this station, you can take the Keihan Electric Railway to Shijo-Keihan, where the Minami-za theater hosts Kabuki performances. The restaurant offers mainly noodle dishes and rice bowls, with two tempting Western-style lunch sets – A and B. Opting for the pricier B set, priced at 1050 yen, you can enjoy shrimp fry, hamburger, and pork sauté with ketchup spaghetti. The meal is served with a knife and fork neatly wrapped in a napkin, adding a touch of elegance. The neighboring diner ordered the pork ginger sauté set for 830 yen, which looked equally appetizing. The restaurant seems to be a popular spot for locals in the area. Keep up the good work in this touristy station vicinity. In the vicinity of East Tofukuji Station, you can also find charming old-fashioned pharmacies.

I visited Kabuki, a popular diner in front of Keihan Higashifushimi Inari Station, after a long time. While they offer a variety of Western and Japanese dishes, I decided to try their B lunch set for 1050 yen. I was curious about why it was 200 yen cheaper than the A lunch set, but after trying it, I understood why. The shrimp fry was plump, the pork sauté was authentic, and the hamburger was delicious, justifying the price exceeding 1000 yen. I usually opt for a small portion of rice, but this time I forgot and ended up enjoying it so much that I finished it all. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Today I had work at Toji Temple, and for lunch I decided to try Kabuki, a restaurant located right in front of Keihan Toji Station for the first time! It has a very traditional and casual dining atmosphere. I ordered the Nabeyaki Udon and rice. The menu listing for the pork shoga (ginger) somehow gave me a warm feeling. The food arrived in about 5 minutes and the presentation was fantastic! I've been craving Nabeyaki Udon even though winter is over, so I came to satisfy my craving this winter. When I opened the pot, the steam rising was so visually appealing! The broth was very gentle and light in flavor. The Udon was a soft and delicate Kyoto-style Udon. The cherry blossom-shaped fu (wheat gluten) was a must for Nabeyaki Udon! The dish was filled with chicken, okra, shiitake mushrooms, and egg. I started by finishing all the ingredients and noodles before adding the rice to make a risotto-style dish, which might be a bit unconventional... but I like eating it that way. The rice portion was generous and I left feeling satisfied! Thank you for the meal! #Kabuki #NabeyakiUdon #Udon #Gourmet #Gourmetgram #Foodies #Foodstagram #SetMeal #UdonInstagram #FoodLovers #JapaneseSetMeal #SetMealgram #PhotoUdon #NabeyakiUdonLovers #KyotoPrefecture #KyotoGourmet #KyotoUdon #KeihanTojiStation #TojiTempleGourmet #KyotoCity #Japan #Kyoto #Gourmet #JapaneseFood #Udon #WesternFood

This is a popular diner located in front of Keihan Higashifushimi-Inari Station. It has a homey atmosphere with plenty of seating for a comfortable meal. Despite being during the peak season for autumn foliage at Higashifushimi-Inari Shrine, it was not crowded. This time, I decided to avoid fried food and ordered the ginger pork set meal (with small rice). The pork was tender and delicious, making for a satisfying lunch. One of the charms of this place is that they offer a variety of set meals in addition to noodles.

I had a business trip nearby and found a diner near the transfer station. Although I was interested in a ramen shop nearby that offers cheap light tonkotsu ramen and chashu rice bowl, I decided to visit this diner where I can enjoy Western dishes like mixed fry and hamburger. Looking at the menu, they offer various set meals with noodles and rice bowls. I was undecided, but since I was craving Western food, I ordered the mixed set meal. When I entered the restaurant, there were only about half of the seats occupied, but more customers arrived and it soon became full. After a while, the mixed set meal was served. It consisted of white fish fry, minced cutlet, chicken karaage, cabbage, and lemon, with tartar sauce on the white fish fry. It also came with rice, miso soup, and pickles. I started with the white fish fry, which was similar in taste and appearance to the ones in bento boxes, giving me a sense of comfort. The minced cutlet was not as greasy as the ones in cheap bento boxes. The chicken karaage had a thick flour coating and tasted like frozen food. This mixed set meal was different from the Western dishes you would expect from a Western restaurant. I noticed that not many people were having set meals, but were mostly eating noodles or rice bowls. I soon realized why. Despite the generous portion, I managed to finish the meal as I was quite hungry. The restaurant had a cozy atmosphere, spacious tables, and was loved by locals. If I have the chance to visit again, I would like to try the hot ramen and chashu rice bowl at the ramen shop nearby this diner.

This is a casual dining spot located in front of Keihan Railway Higashifushimi-Inari Station. While there is nothing particularly outstanding about the taste, they offer a wide variety of set meals and the restaurant is easy to visit. There is no counter, only four-person table seats, so you can enjoy your meal in a relaxed manner. This time, I had the Chicken Cutlet Set Meal (small rice) for 780 yen. The taste is good and the prices are reasonable. They are open from around 11 am to 5 pm.

From Toji Temple to Kiyomizu Temple, and then we took a taxi back to Keihan Toji Station. We were hungry, so we decided to visit this place for the first time. Let's have bottled beer and beef udon together. Soon, the beef udon arrived. The visual presentation of lean beef, Kujyo green onions, udon noodles, and broth is impressive. Let's sprinkle some shichimi spice on top. The texture of the thin udon noodles is unique. They are soft and have a pleasant mouthfeel. The broth is made from bonito and kelp. The sweetness of the meat melts in, making it even more delicious. Thank you for the meal.

During the autumn leaves season. This is a local diner in front of Tofukuji Station. You can enjoy generous set meals and curry for less than 1000 yen. I had the Mixed Set Meal (900 yen) which included hamburger, fried chicken, fried white fish, and nostalgic Napolitan pasta. The fried white fish was delicious. The area was bustling with tourists during the autumn leaves season.

In November 2018, I went to see the autumn leaves at Tofukuji Temple in Kyoto. I arrived before 9 am, but there were so many people! After visiting Tofukuji Temple, I walked to the kiln festival, stamp rally at Eikando Temple, and the Seven Lucky Gods tour. For lunch, around 2 pm, I went to Kabuki restaurant near the station. The atmosphere was like a traditional cafeteria and very charming! I started with a bottled beer to quench my thirst, and then had the chicken cutlet set meal and the oyster fry set meal with six oysters, which made me happy! The chicken cutlet was crispy and the miso soup was comforting. However, the rice was quite soft. Thank you for the meal.

The first time I went there, I happened to be taking a walk and decided to go in. Today is my third visit! I always order the fried fish set meal! It's the best choice! The white fish fry is incredibly delicious! No fishy smell, light and crispy. I sprinkle a little of the sauce on the side and eat it with tartar sauce, it's extremely delicious! The staff is very polite and friendly, and even when young customers come in, they are treated with respect and separate payments are accepted without any issues! I hope this place doesn't become too popular, but I really wish for their success! I will definitely go back again.

Old-fashioned diner with traditional dishes.

I tried Chinese noodles for the first time and enjoyed the nostalgic flavor, feeling warm and cozy. I will try their lunch menu next time.

Yakiniku set meal with salty and spicy flavor.

Today, I went to Kabuki, a dining hall near JR and Keihan Higashifushimi Station. I wonder what kind of place this is. Exciting! After getting off at Keihan Electric Railway Higashifushimi Station and walking straight ahead, you'll see a Family Mart on your left. Then you'll hit a one-way street. When you look to your left, you'll see the sign for the restaurant in less than a minute. It's a great property near the station. Just kidding, not a real estate ad (laughs). The sign of the restaurant reads "Goshokujidokoro Kabuki 561-6555." A simple sign, indeed. The exterior of the restaurant has a showcase on the left side and the entrance in the middle. A delivery bike is parked outside, indicating that you can dine in or get delivery. Looking at the showcase, you'll find Western dishes on the top shelf and rice bowls/noodles on the bottom. It seems like a place where you can enjoy both Western and Japanese cuisine. The B lunch set looks appealing. I think I'll go for that. I'm quite hungry. Let's go inside. On the table, there was a menu for Western dishes. The other side had Japanese dishes, mainly noodles and rice bowls. This time, I ordered the B lunch set for 950 yen. It arrived on a tray with rice. It came with a fork, knife, and chopsticks, which is nice. It feels like a local diner. The B lunch set includes shrimp fry, hamburger, and pork sauté on one plate. It also comes with spaghetti, potatoes, salad, and tomatoes. Let's start with the hamburger. The texture and taste are a bit off. I got a bit tired of it halfway through. Next, the shrimp fry. It lacked tartar sauce, so I added some from the table. The taste was... not quite right for me. Lastly, the pork sauté. Among the three, this was the best. The seasoning was a bit strong for my liking. I wanted some soup, but it wasn't on the menu. Corn soup, potage... oh, maybe onion soup would be nice. I hope they consider adding it to the menu. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was clean and cozy. The staff, two ladies and one man, were friendly. The service and ambiance were good. It truly felt like a local diner. I had the Western dishes this time, but next time, I might go for the Chinese noodles. I have a soft spot for diner ramen. I wonder what it's like here.

JR and Keihan "Tofukuji" station, right in front of "Kabuki" restaurant. With a glass case that stands out, it's hard not to stop by. I decided to go in and ordered the B lunch for 950 yen, as there was no A lunch listed on the black board, only the options of "Leaf Bowl" and "Karaage Set". The interior had about 7 tables, with two older women serving and a man who seemed to be the owner in the kitchen. The place seemed popular with locals, as there was only one other customer. After about 10 minutes, my B lunch arrived, consisting of shrimp and pork sauté, hamburger, potato salad, and spaghetti. The portion was a bit small, and unfortunately, there was no soup which was a bit disappointing. The hamburger tasted like a store-bought one, the shrimp fry was good but needed sauce, and the pork had good flavor but was a bit salty. The spaghetti and potato salad were tasty. Overall, the value for money was slightly low, and I hope for better service, atmosphere, and taste with soup in the future. Rating: 3.5 stars (62/100)

Just outside the Higashifukuji Station gate, there is a traditional diner that caught my eye with its B lunch menu displayed on the exterior wall. I decided to give it a try. The interior matched the image I had in mind. It was still a little past 11 am, but there were a few customers, including parents and children who seemed to be preparing for junior high school entrance exams. I glanced at the menu and opted for the B lunch set (hamburger, shrimp fry, pork sauté) priced at 950 yen. The rice was served on a plate as well. The fried items took a bit longer to arrive. The shrimp fry was just the right size and crispy, which was nice. The hamburger and pork sauté didn't have any outstanding features. The staff, the diner's atmosphere, and everything else gave off a vibe of a traditional diner. Whether 950 yen for a set with hamburger, pork sauté, and shrimp fry, which are popular with children, is considered expensive or not depends on the individual. Personally, I found it to be a bit on the pricier side.