An innovative Italian restaurant which truly values its ingredients, and was the first restaurant in Kyoto to be included in ASIA'S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS.
Kodaiji Tantora
高台寺 丹虎
Kyoto
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Tempura, Crab Cuisine
A hidden gem restaurant specializing in crab during the fall and winter and tempura in the spring and summer has opened in the elegant surroundings of Kyoto's renowned Kodaiji Temple.
- Counter Seating
Kodaiji Temple, a historical Kyoto landmark associated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi and celebrated for its renowned cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, has stood for over 400 years.
Kodaiji Tantora was established as a invitation-only Guest House restaurant created by a luxury car dealership to host its esteemed VIP customers. Located halfway up the slope of Nene-no-Michi, the entrance of Tantora resembles that of a private residence, marked by a gate lantern sign at the foot of the stairs.
Once through the gate and along a small path, guests are welcomed by an entrance that feels like a traditional home. Inside, the restaurant features a long, spacious counter with just 10 seats, offering an intimate setting with a garden view through glass at the back.
Kodaiji Tantora specializes in tempura and crab cuisine. Tempura is served all throughout the year and tagged crab is served in the autumn and winter (from early November through the end of March).
Head chef Masaru Oba, a true connoisseur of crab and an expert in tempura, presents refined seasonal dishes, while manager Naoto Mori, who previously worked in providing hospitality to Company Group VIPs, warmly welcomes guests to Kodaiji Tantora. English cards with descriptions of the ingredients are provided to assist international guests.
Each dish is served on exquisite tableware crafted by Fukagawa Seiji, a renowned Arita porcelain maker that won the Grand Prize at the Paris Exposition.
The space, hosting, and uncompromising selection of premium ingredients for crab and tempura offer an exceptional experience, making Kodaiji Tantora a restaurant you’ll want to return to whenever you visit Japan.
| Address | 503-6 Washiocho, Kodaiji Kitamonzen, Higashiyamaku, Kyotoshi, Kyoto |
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| Business hours | 17:00 to 22:30 (Last entry at 19:00) |
| Closed | Tuesdays and Wednesdays ※ Closed for New Year's Holidays |
| Directions | ・14 minute walk from Gion Shijo Station. ・5 to 10 minute taxi ride from the Gion Area. |
| Price | ・From ￥16,500 in April to Oct. ・From ￥48,600 in Nov to March. |
| Seating | 10 counter seats. |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Children 13 years and older who can order a course are welcome. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None (English Ingredient Description Cards Available) |
| Parking | None |
| Dresscode | Smart Casual required. ※ Sportswear and sandals are not allowed. ※ Guests wearing strong perfume or cologne will be denied entry. |
| Payment method | 【Advance payment for online reservation】 PayPal or Credit Card 【Payment for additional orders at the restaurant】 Cash or Credit Card |
| Cancellation Policy | ※ Cancellations made up to 15:00 JST of 3 days before the reservation date are eligible to receive a full refund. ※ Cancellations made after 15:00 JST of 3 days before, or 2 days before, 1 day before, or on the day of the reservation date are not eligible to receive any refund. ※ All changes to the reservation are required to be made at least 3 days before the reservation date. ※ Requests to change or cancel a reservation made after the specified days above will not be eligible for any refund and requests to change the reservation to an alternative date/time will not be accommodated. ※ Reservations will be cancelled and entry will be denied if more than 15 minutes late and no refund will be provided. |
| Concierge Service Fee | 10% |
503-6 Washiocho, Kodaiji Kitamonzen, Higashiyamaku, Kyotoshi, Kyoto
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