Julian's Recs

Tokyo Kyoto Osaka Fukuoka

Coffee

About Us Coffee

coffee Nakagyo Ward
One of the best pour overs. Beans roasted and brewed perfectly. Has locations near Nijo-Jo and Fushimi Inari.

Tip: Nijo-Jo and Fushimi Inari locations.

Directions

Shopping

Goldwin

outdoor Nakagyo Ward
The brand started in Kyoto, and this is their largest store in Japan.

Tip: Brand started in Kyoto. Largest store in Japan.

Directions

Ramen

Honke Daiichi-Asahi

shoyu Shimogyo Ward
Main location is the one to hit. If the line is too long, there's a second location nearby.

Tip: Go to the main location. Second location if line is too long.

Directions

Ramen Mugyu Vol. 2 Karasuma Takoyakushi

shio Nakagyo Ward
Solid shio ramen spot. Hidden down a narrow alley.

Tip: Hidden down a narrow alley.

Directions

Bars

K36 Rooftop Bar at Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

cocktail Higashiyama
Reservation required. Another great bar for sunset views in Kyoto.

Tip: Another great bar for sunset views.

* Reservation required
Directions

Kohaku at Park Hyatt

cocktail Higashiyama
Reservation required. Get a reservation at sunset for the best experience.

Tip: Get a reservation at sunset.

* Reservation required
Directions

Food

Kichi Kichi Omurice

omurice Nakagyo Ward
Reservation required. The food is average but you're here for the chef's show. It's an experience.

Tip: Average food but you're here for the chef's show.

* Reservation required
Directions

Kyoto Niku-Kappo Miyata

wagyu Shimogyo Ward
Reservation required. Wagyu omakase with great presentation and service. 9/10.
* Reservation required
Directions

Menkui Kinya

udon Higashiyama Ward
No frills, solid udon and tempura.
Directions

Torisho Sai

yakitori Nakagyo Ward
Reservation required. Yakitori omakase with a cool interior.
* Reservation required
Directions