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KOKU Vegan Ramen Kyoto Ginkakuji

Sesame Ramen, Colorful Gyoza

Worth ordering: #2 Ramen in Kyotonamed in 24 reviews

Try the rich sesame ramen, frequently praised for its creamy broth and carefully prepared vegetable toppings.

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Top tips

  • Pair ramen with the colorful gyoza; reviewers also liked the homemade miso sauce.
  • The restaurant is a short walk from Ginkakuji, making it a convenient stop before or after visiting the temple.
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  • Ask about the day's fermented soda flavors, which reviewers describe as distinctive and refreshing.
  • Consider the vegetable set meal for a range of seasonal sides, pickles, and soup alongside the main dish.

People mention

Gyoza, cake and coffee.

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Also chocolate cake, corn soup, ice cream, juice, pineapple jasmine soda and rice bowl.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for attentive service, fast service and good value.

Good to know

  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, dessert, quick bites
  • Cards

About

KOKU is a fully vegan ramen restaurant near Ginkakuji, known for creamy sesame broth, thick noodles, and colorful gyoza. The menu also includes soy sauce ramen, vegetable set meals, house-fermented sodas, and cakes, served in a carefully decorated space by owners who explain dishes in English.

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Japan, 〒606-8266 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Kitashirakawa Kubotacho, 16-3

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–18:00
Tuesday
11:30–18:00
Wednesday
11:30–18:00
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11:30–18:00
Saturday
11:30–18:00
Sunday
11:30–18:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Outstanding food
  • Outstanding service
  • Good atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

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