Tenjaku

Kyoto style Japanese restaurant · Kyoto-shi ·

Tenjaku

Kyoto style Japanese restaurant · Kyoto-shi ·

Kaiseki dining with standout tofu tempura and sake

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Japan, 〒602-8475 Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Botanbokocho, 570 Get directions

¥10,000+

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"As the second owner of Tenjaku, Ryo Nishioka never forgets the spirit of his grandfather, who always made customers smile with his cuisine. The menu begins with an appetiser plate that reflects the mood of the season and proceeds to soup, decoratively arranged sashimi, and finally to tempura. The simple, familiar flavour of the tempura tofu, deep-fried and dressed in dipping sauce, warms the soul. The eve-catching hinoki cypress counter, made from a single plank, transforms the interior into a place of quiet dignity." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/kyoto-region/kyoto/restaurant/tenjaku

Tenjaku

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The MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2024: Newly Awarded Restaurants Announced Including One 2-Star and two MICHELIN Green Stars

"In Kyoto, no less than 10 restaurants were newly awarded One MICHELIN Star. At Tenjaku, the inspectors were particularly impressed by the tofu tempura." - MICHELIN Guide Japan

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelinguide-kyoto-osaka-new-selection-en

Tenjaku

Katherine E.

Google

I had a delightful evening at Tenjaku. The chef’s passion for cooking and hospitality is obvious. I spent over 3 hours here and enjoyed all of the courses. The star of the show, the tempura, was incredible. The shrimp in particular was my favorite bite of the whole evening. The other staff were helpful and kind. I would absolutely come back and recommend it if you want a memorable dining experience.

Bartosz B.

Google

It was a good Kaiseki diner, where I celebrated my birthday. Place has a cosy and warm atmosphere, which made us feel good and at ease. Chef’s attitude and engagement with the customers is worth mentioning, he gave good explanation of all dishes and ice could ask him questions, he was happy to reply. All servings were tasty, including quite a few tempura ones (mackerel being my personal favourite). There’s good selection of sake (and wine as well) to go with the food.

Erick R.

Google

Best meal (and possibly the best experience) of our 10 days in Japan. The chef spoke decent enough English to explain each dish, but the warmth and care were apparent in any language. Very delicious food—we particularly loved the tofu tempura (very similar to tofu agedashi) and the Chinese tea. The ambiance was as beautiful as pictured, if not more. On a rainy evening the chef even walked us out with an umbrella make sure we got our taxi.

Deniz S.

Google

Everything is cooked perfectly. I just wish the chef had more assistants--3 and a half hours (with small amounts of food every 15 min or so) isn't the best pacing.

Doug P

Google

Excellent tempura and beautiful ambience. Chef was warm and friendly, and able to explain the dishes in detail.

Chloe P.

Google

Every dish was cooked to perfection and presented masterfully. The chef has great knowledge in sake and tea as well, and his selections complemented the meal nicely. It’ll be a long dinner (~3hrs), but it will be delightful. Can’t wait to go back next time we visit Kyoto.

Pree C.

Google

Mindblowing experience at Tenjaku! Well deserved michelin star definitely. The tempura and all other dishes were so so good and so fresh and it wasn’t oily at all. The chef was also very friendly along with all other waiter and waitress. The meal ended on a very good note. The drinks here are not expensive at all! I had sake, umeshu, tea and water and bill came only 2000 yen i thought it was a mistake. Amazing and highly recommended.

L. R.

Google

Wonderful meal filled with complex and delicious courses. This omakase experience was 3 hours and the chef described everything with care. Beautiful restaurant and design as well. Definitely a must try in Kyoto!

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

https://guide.michelin.com/en/kyoto-region/kyoto/restaurant/tenjaku

Tenjaku

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

The MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2024: Newly Awarded Restaurants Announced Including One 2-Star and two MICHELIN Green Stars

"In Kyoto, no less than 10 restaurants were newly awarded One MICHELIN Star. At Tenjaku, the inspectors were particularly impressed by the tofu tempura." - MICHELIN Guide Japan

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelinguide-kyoto-osaka-new-selection-en

Tenjaku

Katherine E.

Google

Bartosz B.

Google

Erick R.

Google

Deniz S.

Google

Everything is cooked perfectly. I just wish the chef had more assistants--3 and a half hours (with small amounts of food every 15 min or so) isn't the best pacing.

Doug P

Google

Excellent tempura and beautiful ambience. Chef was warm and friendly, and able to explain the dishes in detail.

Chloe P.

Google

Pree C.

Google

L. R.

Google

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