I visited the restaurant around 9:30 pm and found this place after the original one I was planning to go to was already closed. I bought a ticket for "Oil Soba Soy Sauce Flavor" (650 yen) from the ticket machine and sat at the counter. The bowl was topped with seasoned egg, bamboo shoots, chashu pork, green onions, and shredded seaweed. I mixed it well, lifting the noodles from the bottom, and tried it. The noodles were soft with a chewy texture, coated in oil and a good amount of soy sauce and seaweed, while the chashu pork was tender and the seasoned egg was deliciously half-cooked. Adding vinegar enhanced the flavor, grated garlic added richness, and chili oil gave a spicy kick. The portion of noodles was 160g, which is on the smaller side for oil soba, but there is an option to add more noodles for those who want a larger portion.

After work, I visited with my colleagues. The restaurant was quite small. We sat at the counter with three of us in a row. The ramen was not too heavy, but still had a strong flavor. It went really well with the rice. It was a satisfying meal that I would crave when I'm hungry.

The cherry blossoms were in full bloom, and it was a pleasant afternoon as I wandered through Kiyamachi looking for a place to eat. A new oil soba restaurant had just opened in a narrow alley, and I was the first customer. I purchased a food ticket, took a seat at the counter, and soon the place was filled with students and tourists. I started by mixing the noodles and eating them as they were. It was my first time trying oil soba, and I found the taste to be not too heavy. The more you mix it, the more the flavor of the sauce sticks to the noodles, making it delicious. By adding vinegar, chili oil, or garlic, you can change the flavor completely, allowing you to enjoy multiple tastes in one bowl. There are soy sauce and salt flavors available, and although I had soy sauce this time, I would like to try the salt flavor next time.

The ramen at the Josoancho branch in Shizuoka was delicious, so I decided to stop by the Shijo Kiya-machi branch in Kyoto. It was a counter-only restaurant where you purchase meal tickets. I ordered the oil noodles and gyoza. It was tasty, but I felt that the one in Shizuoka was even better. I would like to visit again if I have the chance (it's just one train ride away to Kyoto). The restaurant was filled with foreign tourists, both Western and Asian. There were English labels on the condiments and eating instructions. The prices were reasonable, the food was delicious, and it was a casual and nice place to eat. Thank you for the meal.

Soy sauce oil ramen for 600 yen. It's cheap and easy to eat. It doesn't have a spicy soy sauce flavor, but it has a nice soy sauce aroma. At first, I tried to eat without mixing it, but couldn't slurp it up. I was like, "What is this?" But once I mixed it well, it tasted really good. The toppings are typical, with bamboo shoots and chashu. It tasted even better when I added vinegar, making it milder. I might try adding more vinegar or even salt next time. It's great that they're open until 5 pm. I'll definitely be back again.

I went to this restaurant based on a recommendation from a friend who works nearby. The restaurant's PR says "Cheap and delicious! Try the 'third type of noodles' oil soba where you can enjoy the flavor change by adding vinegar or chili oil. Oil soba has been popular in Tokyo for over half a century. The chewy noodles with a strong egg flavor perfectly match the soy sauce dressing. Adding vinegar makes the taste mellow, while adding chili oil made of 100% sesame oil gives a fragrant and slightly spicy flavor. Mixing both creates a deep, extraordinary deliciousness! Adding grated garlic will make you keep eating until the last bite! The cost performance is definitely good. If there's another chance, I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal."

Kyoto's daytime sake bar hopping. The second stop was "Abura Soba" & "Japanese Sake." In fact, it has been quite a while since my first experience with "Abura Soba." I can't seem to remember exactly when it was. Well, it was definitely in the era before "Tabelog" existed, but the first experience was quite memorable, or so I think. This restaurant operates on a "ticket vending machine" system. I'm not a fan of this system when visiting a new place, but there's no choice but to quickly find the recommended item and press the button. Oh? At the top of the ticket vending machine, there seems to be a button that says "Press here Woof Woof," almost as if it's telling me to press it. So, I had to press the "Abura Soba Simple Shoyu (550 yen)" button. And of course, Abura Soba goes well with beer, right? But wait! They only have Premium Malt! I was disappointed. However, I found the word "Japanese Sake" on the vending machine, so I was relieved. It only said "Japanese Sake," and it was 380 yen, so my expectations weren't high, but it said "Nama Chozo-shu," so even if it was a mass-produced product from Fushimi, it should be better than Premium Malt, I thought. And it turned out to be quite a good sake, so it was all good. Then, the "Abura Soba Simple Shoyu." The sauce was delicious. It has a slightly sweet taste, but at first, it tasted strongly of soy sauce. However, as I got used to it, I felt a unique "richness." As for the noodles... I'm not sure if this is what they mean by "chewy," but it's not a "slurp" type of noodle, it's more of a "chew and eat" type. It clings and wraps around the noodles. It doesn't feel overcooked, but it's not too soft either, with a unique texture. Without the "oil," it would probably cling even more... It seems like this might be a divisive dish, but I quite like it. However, I think it goes better with beer than with sake. But not with Premium Malt. Overall, it was a good experience.

The shop that was near my local high school is now open in Kyoto...I couldn't believe my eyes when I first saw the sign. I had eaten there so many times during my 3 years of high school that I lost count, and now that I can enjoy that taste again, there's no reason not to go. Just like back home, they use a ticket machine for ordering, and the price for a single serving of their oil ramen is a bit high at 600 yen. (I remember the local Tento ramen was around 380 yen, with a double at 580 yen.) But considering that toppings are included, it's a fair price, especially given the location. And the taste...it was that nostalgic flavor. I never thought I could eat it in Kyoto, so it was even more touching. It's a mysterious feeling where I never get tired of eating it no matter how much I have. I'll definitely be going back often. *Please note that my evaluation this time is heavily influenced by my personal memories.

I ate various foods in Osaka and returned to Kyoto. I was looking for something to finish off my meal, but it was quite late and many restaurants were closed. I found this restaurant and went in. I bought a simple oil soba for 650 yen and a medium bottle of beer from the ticket machine, then sat down. There were 3-4 customers before me, but they finished eating and left, leaving me as the last customer of the day. The beer was served first, followed by the oil soba. I was told by a mentor to mix vinegar and chili oil to eat the oil soba, so I started by eating it as it is, then added vinegar and chili oil. The texture of the noodles was good, and the oil flavor was not bad. However, I felt like something was missing. Ah, that's where the vinegar and chili oil come in! So I added them. But the vinegar was too sharp and the chili oil felt a bit lacking in flavor. The seasoning and noodles were quite good, but I felt like I was missing out on the toppings. Personally, I like Chidori vinegar from Kyoto, so I thought about trying that. I also wanted to try adding "iriko vinegar" from Ibuki Udon in Osaka, but unfortunately, it's no longer available. I felt like I should be more selective with the chili oil as well. However, it would be unfair to expect the restaurant to provide these options as they have to consider costs. I'll just have to accept it at this price. As I was leaving, I directly gave my feedback about the vinegar to the staff. To my surprise, the response was unexpected! They used to have a milder vinegar, but changed it to a sharper one because some customers found it lacking. Well, there is no accounting for tastes! If that's the case, I think having two types of vinegar, including a milder one, would be good. And perhaps offering a special "eating chili oil" as an additional topping could be an option. I didn't know there were quite a few branches of this restaurant, but for a late-night meal, it wasn't bad at all. If the vinegar is improved, I would like to try it again. Cheers.

I ordered the salt oil ramen for lunch. The noodles were smooth and the salt flavor was rich, giving a satisfying feeling even with a small amount. The dish came out quickly and the price was reasonable. It was a good experience!

At a oil soba restaurant in a drinking district in Kyoto, I tried oil soba for the first time in my life. I had the impression that it would be oily based on the name, but it was surprisingly refreshing. The noodles were medium thickness and had a chewy texture with just the right amount of firmness. The aroma of the garnishes, green onions and seaweed, added a nice accent, and when you add vinegar it becomes even more refreshing. It's like a cross between oil soba and hitsumabushi. You can enjoy various flavors. The gyoza was average, with a strong meat flavor.

Oil soba with salt flavor, extra large serving.

This place is the worst. It's impossible that many foreigners come here.

The taste is heavenly.

Shop data Shop name: Aji no Tendo Kyoto Shijo Kiya-machi Branch Address: 455 Shinmachi, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Access: Right near Kawaramachi Station 'Kiya-machi Kita Exit' Phone number: 075-221-7768 Regular holiday: Monday Tabelog page: https://tabelog.com/kyoto/A2601/A260201/26023575/ Mach's Review (lol) Taste: [3] It's a taste that you occasionally crave! Atmosphere: [3] An easy-to-enter shop even for solo diners! Price: [5] Cheap! Especially the Chinese soba is a steal lol Service: [4] The staff are lively! Location: [5] Conveniently located right near Kawaramachi Station for a quick stop on the way back! Hello! Mach's recommended meal here! Although I usually update my gourmet blog every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, I'm updating today on Tuesday as well! The articles have been piling up, so... lol Thank you for your continued support! Today's restaurant is Aji no Tendo, a tsukemen restaurant in Shijo Kiya-machi, Kyoto! It's located just off the main road near Club WORLD in Kiya-machi. While Aji no Tendo has several branches in Tokyo and Kanagawa, this is their only branch in Kansai. I've been to this restaurant a few times after drinking, but I was always too drunk to take photos lol This time, while still conscious, I suddenly felt like eating tsukemen and decided to visit! The shop is small with only a counter. It's easy to pop in, eat quickly, and leave, making it very convenient. It's close to Hankyu Kawaramachi Station, so it's nice to stop by on the way back home! Oil soba soy sauce flavor 160g (600 yen) The ordering system is by food ticket! The default is the oil soba soy sauce flavor (there is also a salt flavor) for 600 yen, which is quite affordable! You can double the amount of noodles for an extra 200 yen! Quite cheap! The toppings include chashu, menma, egg, green onions, and seaweed, keeping it simple. First, mix the noodles with the sauce and slurp away! It's delicious. The thick noodles coated with the sauce are great. Despite the name oil soba, it feels light without the soup. After a few bites, add some vinegar and mix it up for an even lighter taste! This lightness is irresistible after drinking! You can also sprinkle some chili oil for extra flavor! Chuka soba (480 yen) The Chuka soba is only 480 yen! Cheap! The toppings include chashu, menma, green onions, and fried onions as an accent to the traditional Chuka soba. It has a gentle flavor with thin noodles. This is also a recommended dish after drinking! How about stopping by for a bowl on your way back? Enjoy! Tabelog reviewer page: http://tabelog.com/rvwr/mach/ Blog: http://mach-no-osusume.com Old blog: http://osusume-gohan-mach.blog.so-net.ne.jp/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/osusume.gohan.mach I'm on Instagram too! #Mach's recommended meals I'm participating in the Tabelog blog ranking! Let's aim for the top 10 nationwide! I would be happy if you could click here too!

I had some business in Kyoto in September 2017. I decided to have a late lunch and wandered around the Kiyamachi area. Many shops seemed to be closed since it was past lunchtime, but I stumbled upon this restaurant. I purchased a ticket from the vending machine at the entrance without knowing what to order. It seemed like a shop specializing in oil noodles, as they provided instructions on how to enjoy the dish. There were English and Chinese translations, probably due to the location. Personally, I was surprised when they suggested adding vinegar to the dish. I recommend eating the oil noodles as they are for at least half of it. Despite being an oil noodle specialty shop, the dumplings were delicious! They were perfectly cooked with a crispy and juicy filling. Thank you for the meal.