Sesame Ramen, Vegan Gyoza
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Top tips
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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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.
Visit
Open the map60 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
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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