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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Arrive early or expect a wait, especially at dinner when the small dining room fills quickly.
  • Good to know: Ask specifically for vegan broth; one reviewer received fish broth after a confusing menu translation.
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  • Try the green onion tempura, a frequently praised standout.
  • Good to know: Check with staff about fryer use if shared equipment is a concern; reports differ on whether vegan tempura uses separate oil.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Tempuranamed in 7 reviews

People also mention green onion tempura, noodles and vegetable tempura.

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Also green onion rice bowl, green onion tempura rice bowl, soup, spring green tempura and tempura bowl.

Good for

Praised for friendly service, affordable and generous portions.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, attentive service, beautiful interior and lively atmosphere.

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  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
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About

Handmade chewy udon and crisp vegetable tempura are the main draws at this tiny, counter-heavy Kyoto spot, with vegan broth, tofu udon, and clearly marked vegan sauces available. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable, but seating is limited and dinner queues can run long.

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112-2 Hakatacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0805, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–15:40, 18:00–19:40
Tuesday
11:30–15:40, 18:00–19:40
Wednesday
11:30–15:40, 18:00–19:40
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
11:30–15:40, 18:00–19:40
Sunday
11:30–15:40, 18:00–19:40

the food

4.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, shiitake mushrooms

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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

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