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Yubani

Yuba Kaiseki, Vegan by Request

Worth ordering: Yubanamed in 5 reviews

Ask about seeing the yuba-making process during your visit.

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Reserve in advance; one reviewer recommends booking three days ahead.
  • Good to know: Call ahead to request a vegan meal with kelp stock instead of the usual fish stock.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, good value and beautiful interior.

All 4 things people praiseShow fewer

Also praised for cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cash only

About

This family-run kaiseki restaurant serves 10 or more small plates showcasing yuba made beside the dining room, with traditional rooms and chairs available in some spaces. Standard dishes may use fish stock, so call ahead to request a vegan meal; menus have been reported at ¥3,200–¥6,600, and the factory can be visited by reservation.

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7 Karahashi Keidencho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8454, Japan

Opening hours

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

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.5 4 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Unclear in places
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
yuba, tofu

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

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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