Was ist Japan?: Japan’s dining scene is often described as a dialogue between seasons, craftsmanship, and regional identity. From sushi, tempura, and kaiseki to ramen, yakitori, and wagashi, menus tend to highlight clarity of flavor and careful presentation. Travelers may notice distinct local styles: Hokkaido’s seafood, Tohoku’s comfort stews, Tokyo’s soba and modern interpretations, Kansai’s okonomiyaki and kushikatsu, Shikoku’s udon, Kyushu’s tonkotsu ramen, and Okinawa’s island influences. Many venues emphasize dashi, fermented seasonings such as miso and soy sauce, and precise knife work. A tradition linked to tea ceremony hospitality is said to shape the understated service and attention to detail found in many dining rooms. Street-side counters, casual izakaya, and refined multicourse experiences coexist, encouraging spontaneous tastings and planned outings alike. Seasonal specials, chef’s selections, and collaborative pop-ups appear in various neighborhoods, suggesting a food culture that balances heritage with ongoing creativity.
Shabu Shabu / Präfektur Kyōto, Stadt Kyōto, Bezirk Nakagyō, Yamabushiyama-cho 550-1, Meirin-Gebäude, 1. Etage, Japan /
A renowned restaurant in Kyoto where you can savor dashi shabu
Hyouto Shijo Karasuma has been a beloved establishment in Kyoto for nearly 20 years. In its elegant and tranquil interior, you can enjoy pork shabu with an abundance of green onions. With attentive service and a spacious atmosphere, this is a highly recommended spot to fully indulge in delicious cuisine.
Near Kyoto Station Shabu-shabu in broth @ Kyoto | Delicious food and happiness♪
After I decided to go to Kyoto, I started looking for a dinner!
Since it was cold, I had a request for something warming, so I searched... and searched... and searched... and searched...
And then I found it!
It's close to Kyoto station and easy to get to! Good atmosphere! And warming shabu-shabu!
I was so excited to go there!
Kyoto Hyouto Kyoto Ekimae Honten
Located a short 10-minute walk northwest from JR Kyoto Station!
After passing through the door, you will see an earthen floor.
An arrangement of beautiful Nanten berries has a strong presence.
The moment you enter the restaurant, the flowers are gorgeous!
I took off my shoes here and was guided into the store.
The interior of the restaurant is modern Japanese style.
Table seating and a small tatami room with a kotatsu-style table.
The space between seats is spacious, with tables and tatami rooms arranged alternately.
Shabu-shabu with dashi broth is recommended! I was told so.
The menu was placed on the table in advance!
Toast with black oolong tea and plum wine!
Kohaku Namasu (red and white sea trout), mackerel sushi with small yuzu, new pickled mustard, sweetened and dew-dried moroko, kumquat honey, yuzu pineapple, roasted duck, black edamame, grilled kamaboko, red konnyaku (konnyaku with red bean paste).
The beautiful arrangement of the eight dishes was enchanting!
The sea trout and kumquat come in a cute little bowl!
You can enjoy a variety of flavors in bite-sized portions!
Lightly seasoned overall!
You can tell that each dish is carefully prepared one by one!
Even the edamame (green soybeans) is boiled just right!
The kumquat is also beautifully boiled!
Sashimi】・Thin sashimi of yellowtail and tuna!
I love yellowtail this time of year!
It's so fatty and sweet when thinly sliced, wrapped with green onions and served with ponzu (Japanese sauce made from ponzu citrus juice).
I also enjoy a little bit of tuna, but I still feel that tuna is a good thing!
The coolest bowl of food ever!
Shogoin turnip with yuzu miso
The Shogoin turnip is soaked slowly in the soup stock, and its presence is splendid despite its modesty!
The yuzu miso bean paste is elegant and has a fresh aroma of yuzu!
It's a great way to relax and feel at ease.
Nabe
Kyoto Poku's soup stock shabu-shabu
A paper pot is set in the center.
It's all ready to go!
Vegetable platter is in a box.
It looks so luxurious when it's in a box like this!
The yuba in the box is typical of Kyoto!
The meat for shabu-shabu is "Kyoto pork".
I wonder if it is served in pieces.
I quickly shabushabu-shabu...
The meat was moist and very fine!
The meat was very moist and fine!
It had a lot of fat, but when you eat it, it is not oily at all and you can enjoy it without hesitation!
And this soup stock!
It's already a masterpiece!
The broth is deep and rich, made over a long period of time.
Not only is it gentle, but it is also firm and comforting!
It's a taste that will soothe you because you are Japanese!
Chopped green onion served as condiments!
The crunchy texture and sweetness of the green onion goes well with the meat, and you can eat as much as you want!
The soup stock, green onions, pork, and vegetables come in many varieties, so you can enjoy a variety of flavors!
The red yuzu kosho (red pepper) gives the dish a nice punch.
I only added a little bit, but it was quite stimulating!
Strong side dish
Tempura of crab and Kyoto vegetables
Crab Tempura!
The texture is so juicy and sweet!
Tempura is such a luxury!
The vegetables were kintoki carrots and manganji peppers!
The perfect amount of heat and the texture is still there!
The vinegar dashi gives the tempura a refreshing taste!
Udon noodles
Fresh udon
Finish with fresh udon noodles!
Quickly boiled and ready to serve
The clear udon noodles are dipped in broth again.
The udon is easy to eat and has a gentle firmness.
It was so easy to eat that I forgot I was full!
Sweetness
Brown Sugar Strawberry Mochi
Strawberry Muscat
The strawbimochi has a pleasant brown sugar savory sweetness, and I love the plumpness of the strawbimochi!
Fruits were also sweet and delicious!
When I chose the restaurant, I thought it was a bit pricey for shabu-shabu. But I was very satisfied and it was the right choice!
The food was very satisfying and we were very happy with it.
The service lady was also very attentive and hospitable.
Considering this, I think we spent a fulfilling time!
I am so glad that your companion was also very satisfied!
They also have shabu-shabu available with Omi beef sirloin!
How does the beef taste like? I'm curious!
Thank you for the food!
Kyoto Hyoto Kyoto Ekimae Honten
050-5596-2776
607 Higashishiokoji-cho, Shichijo-sagaru, Nishinotoin-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
https://tabelog.com/kyoto/A2601/A260101/26031208/
Shabu Shabu / Tokyo, Shibuya-ku, Dōgenzaka 1-2-3, Tokyu Plaza Shibuya 7F, Japan /
A shabu-shabu restaurant with a soft atmosphere that evokes the flavors and hospitality of Kyoto
Hyouto Shibuya is a renowned establishment where you can enjoy authentic dashi shabu in a calming space that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of Shibuya. The signature dashi shabu features tender, sweet pork served with plenty of green onions, offering an exquisite dish that showcases the deep flavors unique to its Kyoto origins. Seasonal sashimi and beautifully presented dishes are also among its attractions.