Tenryuji Temple Shigetsu

Vegan restaurant · Kyoto-shi

Tenryuji Temple Shigetsu

Vegan restaurant · Kyoto-shi

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Japan, 〒616-8385 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, 68

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Serene Buddhist temple offering refined vegetarian cuisine and garden views  

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Japan, 〒616-8385 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, 68 Get directions

tenryuji.com
@heavenly_dragon.temple

¥3,000–4,000

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Japan, 〒616-8385 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, 68 Get directions

+81 75 882 9725
tenryuji.com
@heavenly_dragon.temple

¥3,000–4,000

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Sep 19, 2025

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"Shojin ryori is a vegetarian cuisine in the Buddhist monastic tradition. It is a part of Buddhist ascetic practice, said to cleanse the soul, suppress worldly desires and promote spiritual growth. It is said that pouring one’s heart into one’s cooking is the secret to true shojin ryori and an act that expresses gratitude for all people. Shojin ryori is a quest not for physical results but for an inner spiritual calm. A guide on the path of life." - Michelin Inspector

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

"The MICHELIN Green Star was newly awarded, to two restaurants from Kyoto. Newly Starred French restaurant la bûche expresses the terroir of Ohara through its cuisine. It sources ingredients from neighbouring producers and hunters, and many of its creations are based around wild plants. The wine list, focusing in natural wines, has also impressed the MICHELIN Guide Inspectors. Shigetsu uses ingredients purchased at the market to create its menu on a day-to-day basis. The restaurant is also very committed to avoid food waste. For examples, vegetable scraps from the cooking process are dried and turned into compost, to ferilize local fileds. With is Shojin style, the restaurant also conveys the importance of limited ingredients." - MICHELIN Guide Japan

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelinguide-kyoto-osaka-new-selection-en
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The MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2024: Newly Awarded Restaurants Announced Including One 2-Star and two MICHELIN Green Stars

"Shigetsu uses ingredients purchased at the market to create its menu on a day-to-day basis. The restaurant is also very committed to avoid food waste. For example, vegetable scraps from the cooking process are dried and turned into compost, to fertilize local fields. With its Shojin style, the restaurant also conveys the importance of limited ingredients." - MICHELIN Guide Japan

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

Google
We had an amazing dining experience here. Pre-booking is a must for this vegan restaurant. The dining area is peaceful and calming. Staff were polite and served the food efficiently. The vegan food comes in a set and is excellent, easily the best we have eaten. The flavours are refined, delicate and very delicious. Serving portion is good, with main dish, side dishes and desserts. We had an excellent dining dining experience here.

Alexander Zhdanov

Google
📍Looking for the ultimate vegan temple meal in Kyoto?⬇️ We had the most serene and unforgettable vegan dining experience at Tenryuji Temple Shigetsu 🌿🍵. Every dish in the Hana (Flower) course was a work of art — delicate, fresh, and bursting with flavor. From creamy miso broths to the heavenly miso custard eggplant 🍆, every bite was perfection. Portions were generous, balanced, and full of love ❤️. Sitting in a private room, overlooking the koi pond 🐟 and the stunning Arashiyama mountains ⛰️, made the experience feel magical. The staff were incredibly warm and attentive, even timing our matcha 🍵 perfectly so it arrived fresh and frothy. This isn’t just food — it’s a moment to slow down, enjoy peace, and savor every bite of authentic vegan Japanese cuisine. Don’t forget to explore the gorgeous temple gardens after your meal 🌸. Alex from Perth/Western Australia Credit #VeganKyoto #VeganJapan #PlantBasedDining #TempleFood #VeganEats #HealthyEating #TravelForFood #VeganExperience #VeganFoodie #AlexFromPerth

Aya Igdirova

Google
We had an amazing experience. I really loved this place. All the ingredients were fresh and seasonal. The set was very well-balanced. Everything was delicious and healthy. If I go to Kyoto again, I will definitely repeat this experience. I highly recommend making a reservation in advance.

Robert Woodhams

Google
A truly excellent meal consisting of a good variety of dishes beautifully presented. There are a couple of dining halls but we were in a separate building in a private room overlooking the koi pond. Western seats are available but by default it's floor seating on tatami. This is a no-shoe restaurant with slippers provided to get to separate buildings and when in the restrooms. This is an instant recommendation, especially if you're vegetarian or vegan.

Louise Woodhams

Google
We had a serene and beautiful vegan set lunch here. Each dish was fantastic and artful. Was so lovely to sit and watch the koi in the pond and breathe in the peace while eating amazing food. Service was friendly and warm. A wonderful experience. Thank you

ZZ

Google
I never imagined vegetarian temple cuisine could be this delicious! The dining experience was so unique—deeply rooted in traditional Japanese style. The restaurant itself was beautiful, and enjoying such a flavorful, hearty meal inside a temple felt truly special. The service was warm and attentive, and the price was surprisingly reasonable!

Hima Sheth

Google
this was one of the best meals i had in all of japan! the setting was so serene with views of the temple. we sat on the floor and were given a huge meal to enjoy that was completely vegan! even if you aren’t vegan i highly recommend trying this experience. i had the base meal set and it was more than enough for me!!

Huyen Tran Nguyen (Vysturbed)

Google
The temple itself is so beautiful and I was happy to learn they serve only vegan food than just vegetarian. There is a 500 yen fee to access the restaurant though, and check for open reservations ahead of time since some days are booked full. Our set included a creamy broth you spoon to a vinegary broth that accented into an amazing soup. Along with a delicious miso dressing to go with the veggies. Definitely take advantage of walking through the garden after eating ❤