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Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Tell staff you’re vegan and specifically ask whether dashi can be replaced; reviewers report the tofu set was adapted with soy instead.
  • Ask about adapting the tofu lunch set to be vegan; diners have reported receiving a modified set.
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  • Allow time to enjoy the garden and traditional buildings; reviewers highlight the pond and gardens, including their evening lighting.
  • Consider making a reservation, as a reviewer recommends booking ahead.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention tempura.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: families

Praised for beautiful interior, friendly service and generous portions.

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  • Lunch, dinner
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About

Junsei serves Kyoto tofu courses in an Edo-period building, with a garden of moss, bonsai and a pond. Vegan diners have reported getting tofu sets adapted with soy in place of dashi, though the standard tofu menu may contain dashi and the current menu also lists meat, fish and dairy dishes.

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60 Nanzenji Kusakawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8437, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00
Tuesday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00
Wednesday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00
Thursday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00
Friday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00
Saturday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00
Sunday
11:00–14:30, 17:00–19:00

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Not labeled
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, yuba, soy

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

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

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