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Asuka

Kyoto Tofu, Vegetable Tempura

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Arrive before noon for lunch to reduce the chance of waiting outside in line.
  • Good to know: Ask whether dashi is used in the tofu set, soup, and side dishes; reviewers report fish-based dashi in some items.
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  • Good to know: Confirm that the vegetable tempura order is actually vegetable-only; one reviewer received shrimp tempura after requesting a vegetarian meal.
  • Ask for the English or Chinese menu if helpful; staff have offered these and explained dishes to guests.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, affordable and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for attentive service and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, quick bites

About

This casual Kyoto syokudo serves tofu sets, vegetable tempura, and soba in a traditional room with tatami seating. Vegan diners should ask about dashi in broths and side dishes; reviews mention friendly staff, reasonable prices, and queues before lunch.

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御食事処明日香 144, 144 Nishimachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0037, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:30–15:00, 16:30–20:00
Thursday
11:30–15:00, 16:30–20:00
Friday
11:30–15:00, 16:30–20:00
Saturday
11:30–15:00, 16:30–20:00
Sunday
11:30–15:00, 16:30–20:00

the food

4.1 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.3 7 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Unclear in places
staff
Basic understanding
protein
tofu

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

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