The renowned restaurant in Gion Kyoto where the cuisine Shabu-shabu originated from.
Tempura Kyoboshi
天ぷら 京星
KYOTO
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Tempura
1 Star
1 Michelin-starred tempura created by the skills, tradition and techniques passed down through 3 generations in Kyoto Gion.
- Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
- Starred Restaurant
- 1 Star
- Vegetarian / Vegan
- Counter Seating
- Solo Diner Accepted
- Babies and Small Children
Headed by the3rd generation owner, Chef Toshinori Sakakibara, Tempura Kyobashi has been open since 1947 and was awarded its Michelin star in 2010 and has held this esteemed title since.
Each tempura ingredient is coated with a silky batter made by only using flour and water, and which does not use egg like most other tempura recipes, and this results in the most crisp and light coating of tempura. This tempura is then eaten, again not with Tentsuyu as is standard practice, but with original condiments such as rich salt, lemon juice and freshly grated radish with mikan citrus. This all combines to make what is famously known in Kyoto as the “Kyoboshi-style” of tempura.
While it is a long-standing establishment, the Chef and his wife greet every guest warmly with a smile from behind the counter. The ingredients which they personally handpick every morning are then transformed into the most flavorful tempura right in front of your eyes.
| Address | Futaba Bdlg 1F, Hanamikoji-dori & Sueyoshicho Street, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto |
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| Business hours | 18:00 to 22:00（Last order at 20:00) |
| Closed | Sundays |
| Directions | 10 minute walk from Gion-Shijō Station of Keihan Main Lin |
| Price | from ￥16,500 |
| Seating | 8 counter seats |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Only children who can order and eat a course are allowed. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None |
| Parking | None |
| Dresscode | Smart Casual required. ※ Beach sandals, athletic wear such as sweatpants, T-shirts, tank tops, camisoles, and short pants are not permitted. ※ 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 | The terms for cancellations and changes may differ based on the restaurant's policies, reservation date, time, and number of guests. Before making your reservation, please review and agree to the terms and policies listed on the reservation form. |
| Concierge Service Fee | 15% |
Futaba Bdlg 1F, Hanamikoji-dori & Sueyoshicho Street, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
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