Daitokuji Ikyu
Shojin Ryori, Fully Vegan, Traditional
100% Vegan
Outstanding for vegans ★ 5.0 (112) · $$$ · Restaurant · Japanese, Shojin Ryori · Hours
Popular tips: "Reserve at least one day in advance to secure a spot."
Must-try: miso soup, mushroom rice, pickled vegetables
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, beautiful interior
Daitokuji Ikyu specializes in traditional Buddhist Shojin Ryori with a refined yet austere presentation comprising about 20 vegetable and tofu-based dishes per meal. The setting inside the Daitoku-ji temple complex features private tatami rooms with garden views enhancing the experience—reservations are essential given its popularity and exclusivity. Priced at around ¥4800 to ¥8800, it offers an immersive Japanese dining experience that focuses on centuries-old culinary customs.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 12-2 PM, 5-6 PM
Monday 12-2 PM, 5-6 PM
Tuesday 12-2 PM, 5-6 PM
Wednesday 12-2 PM, 5-6 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 12-2 PM, 5-6 PM
Saturday 12-2 PM, 5-6 PM
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20 Murasakino Shimomonzencho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8231, Japan
Vegan Friendliness
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