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2021.11.30

Superb Sandwich at Cafe Amazon

Higashiyama Shichijo is surrounded by famous places such as Kyoto National Museum, Sanju-sangen-do hall and Toyokuni-jinja Shrine.Let me introduce you to the "Cafe Amazon" that you want to visit in between sightseeing and worship.It is a coffee shop established in 1972 and has been loved by the locals as a place to relax.What I really want to try at this restaurant is the wide variety of sandwiches and toast sandwiches.I also recommend you to eat a sandwich made of carefully selected bread with toast.The most popular mix toast is Sandoz with fluffy eggs and fresh vegetables."Egg toast" sandwiched between fluffy thick omelet has a gentle flavor that spreads in your mouth."Japanese style toast", which is a combination of dashimaki and nori, is also popular.Toast sandwiches and home-roasted original coffee will soak into your cold body.There is also a lunch menu, and this time I ordered "this week's lunch set".The set of "Avocado Toast" and "Ham Sandwich" is voluminous!"Ham sandwich" is crisp lettuce and cucumber."Avocado Toast" is Japanese style toast topped with dried bonito flakes and dried seaweed and it is hot.Sandwiches and toast can be enjoyed easily, but they are delicious to chew slowly.The cafe Amazon features a brick building and a red arcade.In addition to the counter seats and table seats on the first floor, there are also counter seats and table seats on the second floor.When I look at Shichijo-dori from the counter seat on the second floor, I forget how time passes.There is also a takeout menu, but why don't you try a sandwich that is just made at the store?Kissa Amazon (Cafe Amazon)235 Shimohorizume-cho, Shiwamachi-dori Shichijo-agaru, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City2 minutes walk from Keihan Shichijo Statio

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2021.11.11

Winter limited noodles simmered in skim soup

"Ritto" is when the air becomes cold and signals the beginning of winter.It is one of the 24 sekki (24 Divisions of The Solar Year) , and the first day of winter in 2021 is November 7, and period is until November 21.According to the calendar, from this day to the day before the first day of spring in February is' winter'.In "Jikaseimen (Homemade Noodle) Tengu" of Kojinguchi, the winter limited menu tells the arrival of winter.This "霜ふりうどん (Shimofuri Udon noodle)" and "霜ふりささめん (Shimofuri Sasamen noodle)" are the specialties of this restaurant where the noodles are stewed in Kasujiru (sake lees).Shrimp tempura, egg and beef are also boiled, and it goes well with rich and mild sake lees.If you like spicy taste, you can enjoy the change of taste by adding extra fresh chili pepper.It is hot until the end and warms your body and heart. This is a great item that you will definitely want to try in the coming season."Kasujiru (sake lees)" has been popular in places like Kyoto and Kobe where sake brewing is popular.I think there are many people who have become aware of the deliciousness when they grow up."Shimofuri udon noodle" and "Shimofuri sasamen noodle" are delicacies that make you full with just one bowl."Sasamen" is homemade thin and straight Chinese noodles."Shimofuri sasamen" was originally a meal menu of the restaurant.After that, they served it on the back menu and it became a winter limited menu.Also, the "JIkaseimen Tengu" has a variety of rice dishes such as egg rice bowl, oyako rice bowl and Kinugasa rice bowl.Donburi bowls are available for takeout, so you can eat them at home!Jika Seimen (Homemade Noodle) TenguFirst floor of 80 Lavalier, Miyagaki-cho, Kojinguchi-agaru, Kawaramachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku Ward, Kyoto CityA short walk from Kojinguchi, City bus stop

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2021.09.14

The confection that reminds us of the Great Buddha of Kyoto

I introduced the remains of the Great Buddha of Kyoto, in "Kyoto Chishin" the other day.In this article, I will introduce you to Kanshundo Honten, a long-established Kyoto confectionery shop with a shop curtain in front of Kawabata-dori Street."大佛餅 (大仏餅, Daibutsu-mochi rice cakes)" is what is called' Kyoto Rakuto Meibutsu (Specialty) 'here.Mochi, rice cake which used to be sold in the old store in front of the gate of Hoko-ji Temple is reproduced.During the Edo period when Daibutsu (Great Buddha) was enshrined in Hoko-ji Temple, it was a famous product known to foreign countries.I heard that on the day of "Daibutsu mode", it was crowded with people who were purchasing Daibutsu-mochi rice cakes.Daibutsu and the old shop in front of the gate of Hoko-ji Temple disappeared, but "Daibutsu-mochi" has been handed down in Kanshundo."Daibutsu-mochi" is made by carefully pounding domestic glutinous rice with a pestle and wrapping it with mashed red bean paste, based on the manufacturing method of the Edo period.In addition, as it was at that time, the brand of "京大佛" was stamped on it, and this is a superb item that has been carefully selected.Each one is handmade by a craftsman, and the soft rice cake melts in your mouth.Rice cake which is so soft that its shape changes when you hold it by hand is addictive and delicious.Please try the famous confectionery which is introduced in "Miyako Meisho Zue pictures" published in the late Edo period.At the Kanshundo East branch in front of Toyokuni Shrine's Torii-mae, there is a sign saying "京の大佛餅所 (Kyoto's Daibutsu Mochi-dokoro)."This shop has "Sahori" and serves tea menu.There is also "大佛餅氷" until around the end of September, and surprisingly, Daibutsu Mochi is on shaved ice.The large number of adzuki beans on the ice of kuromitsu kinako Kintoki somehow resembled the spiral hair of the Great Buddha.We can also buy "大佛餅" at the shops of Kanshundo main store and Kanshundo east store.The Great Buddha of Kyoto is said to have been one of the three great Great Buddha of Japan during the Edo period.How about enjoying the "大佛餅" that has been loved by people while imagining its appearance?Kanshundo Honten (The main store of Kanshundo)292 -2 Kamihorizume-cho, Kawabata-dori Street Shomen sagaru, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City3 minutes walk from Exit 5 or 6 of Keihan Shichijo StationKanshundo Higashi Mise (The east store of Kanshundo)511 -1 Chayamachi, Yamatooji-dori Street Shomen-sagaru, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City7 minutes walk from Exit 5 or 6 of Keihan Shichijo StationHere is for Remains of the Great Buddha of Kyoto

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2021.08.30

Traditional Cold Noodles

During the late summer heat, we are attracted by banners of "冷麺 (Reimen, cold noodle) " and "冷やし中華(Hiyashi-chuka, cold noodle)".In Kyoto and Kansai, there is a custom of calling Hiyashi-chuka, Reimen."Chinatokoro Takuma (Chinese restaurant)" is located in a narrow alley about 3 minutes' walk from Kojin-bashi Bridge over Kamo-gawa River.It is a restaurant run by an elderly couple and crowded with regular customers."Today's set meal" is popular for lunch, and "Reimen" is served in summer.Vinegared soy sauce based soup, thin Chinese noodles and colorful ingredients.Cucumber, cabbage, tomato, shredded egg, jellyfish and ham, char siu are on cold noodle.And a red cherry is placed on top of the evenly sliced ingredients.The old-fashioned look and taste reminds me of summer lunch when I was a child.I slurp cold noodles while watching TV at the restaurant at noon.The coziness that makes me feel like I came to my grandparents' house for lunch is also attractive.Regarding the coronavirus, I introduced it as one of the famous stores that I hope will continue for a long time.Once the world has settled down, why don't you go out and taste "Machi-Chuka (Chinese in the town)"?Chuka-dokoro Takuma (Chinese restaurant)78 -4 Miyagaki-cho, Kojinguchi-agaru, Kawaramachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku Ward, Kyoto CityA short walk from Kojinguchi, City bus stopHere is for Kamo no Himuro no Kori (shaved ice)Here is for Kakigori (shaved ice) in a cafe run by a bean shop

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2021.08.28

Kakigori (shaved ice) in a cafe run by a bean shop

I think there are many people who couldn't enjoy the summer like they wanted because of the coronavirus disaster and the long rain in Japan.Now that the midsummer heat is back, as I remember, I look for the noren (curtain) of "氷 (Shaved ice)".The cafe in Nishiki Ichiba Market which is known as the kitchen of Kyoto is unexpectedly a little-known place for Kakigori (Shaved ice)."Kuromame Saan Kitao Nishiki ten"It is a cafe specializing in black beans and azuki beans, and its specialties are Kuromame Gozen (black beans meal) and Kuromame Soft Cream.Until around the end of September, "Monnoir", a shaved ice made from black beans, is also available.The store's recommendation is that carefully selected black beans are made into a paste to make a Mont Blanc style.My favorite is "Anju Mikan Shaved Ice" made from Anju Mikan in Tango Yura, Kyoto.Each shaved ice comes with a black bean soft cream and 6 black bean chocolates.We can also enjoy the nutritious taste of black beans.The main store of "Kuromame Saan Kitao Nishiki Store" was established in Tanbaguchi in 1862.Tanbaguchi, the starting and ending point of the Sanin-do, is one of the "Kyo no Nana Kuchi (Seven gates of Kyoto)".Since its establishment, Kitao has been known for handling the finest quality black beans, red beans and sugar produced in Tanba area.At "Kuromame Saan Kitao Nishiki Store" in Nishiki Market, there is a menu that uses carefully selected products.Please stop by when we can go out.It is also recommended to enjoy shopping on the official website of "Kitao" at home time.There are not only bean products such as black beans, but also delicious ones for home use and gifts.Kuromame Saan Kitao Nishiki Ten Store192 Higashiuoya-cho, Nishikikoji-dori Fuya-cho Nishi-iru, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City (within Nishiki Ichiba Market)3 minutes walk from exit 12 of Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Stationhttp://www.kitaoshoji.co.jp/Here is for Kamo no Himuro no Kori (shaved ice)

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2021.08.26

Kamo no Himuro no Kori (shaved ice)

"Shoshonoko (literally, hot weather)" is one of the 24 seasonal seasons in Japan.In 2021, "Shosho" refers to the period from August 23 to September 6.It is said that the severe summer heat is coming to an end, but the summer heat has returned to Kyoto in the past few days.The shaved ice season is almost over, but I want to eat it for cooling down.Saruya, a resting area on the Tadasu-no-Mori forest approach to Shimogamo-jinja Shrine (Kamomioya-jinja Shrine), serves "Kamo no Himuro no Kori (shaved ice)".A long time ago, next to Shimogamo-jinja Shrine and Oidono, there used to be a 'Himuro' where snow that fell and accumulated in winter was preserved.Snow kept fresh in the himuro is presented to the Imperial Court at the Himuro Shinji, a midsummer traditional event of Shimogamo-jinja Shrine.It is said that people ate ice and prayed for good health.Following this historical event, "Kamo no Himuro no Kori (shaved ice)" at Saruya is reproduced.There are three types of homemade syrup: matcha azuki bean, strawberry milk and brown sugar syrup shiratama."Strawberry Milk" is topped with condensed milk and strawberry syrup is full of flesh.I would like to eat Matcha Azuki and Kuromitsu Shiratama that change daily.Both of them come with honey separately, so you can see the soft and smooth white ice just like the first snow.You can enjoy the soft and cool feeling to the last bite by pouring honey little by little.I want to miss the passing summer while thinking about the historical event.Kyukeidokoro (teahouse) Saruya59 Shimogamo Izumigawa-cho , Sakyo Ward , Kyoto City (Precincts of Shimogamo-jinja Shrine)2 minutes walk from Tadasunomori City bus stop*"Kamo no Himuro no Kori (shaved ice)" is only sold in summer.

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2021.08.16

3 kinds of cucumbers Sandwiches

The 19th of every month except April is designated as "Ii Kyuri no Hi (Good Cucumber Day)".Why is there no "Ii Kyuri no Hi (Good Cucumber Day)" in April?That's because April 19 is "Yoi Kyuri no Hi (Fine Cucumber Day)"!It is interesting that they were established by different groups.It is said that 95% of the components of cucumber fruits are water.For this reason, it has been useful for replenishing water in hot countries and regions since ancient times.It also has the effect of cooling the body, so cucumbers are more likely to appear on the table in summer.In honor of this "Ii Kyuri no Hi (Good Cucumber Day)", I will introduce cucumber sandwiches.It is the special "3 kinds of cucumbers Sandwiches" of the cafe "Demachiza no Soko" in Demachi Masugata shopping street."Raw cucumber," "Pickled cucumber," and "cucumber Shiba-zuke tartar sauce" are sandwiched.It's healthy and filling!Fresh cucumbers are chopped after an order is placed and freshly made sandwiches are served.The vivid pink of "Shibazuke Tartar Sauce" and the moderate sourness accentuates the appearance and taste.The original package also has a nostalgic feel, and we can enjoy the detailed design.Demachiza no Soko is a cafe located on the first floor of the movie theater Demachiza.It is a new culture spot in Kyoto with a movie theater on the second floor and a bookstore and cafe on the first floor.We can also use only cafe and bookstore without watching movies.Unfortunately, we can't bring food into the movie theater because it's this time of the year.I recommend tasting cucumbers in the cafe or to go.There are various other menus, and it is a style to buy a meal ticket at a ticket vending machine in the shop.Please take all possible measures against infectious diseases such as wearing a mask and disinfecting your fingers with alcohol.Demachiza no Soko133 Miyoshi-cho, Nishi-iru, Imadegawa-dori Demachi, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City (in the Demachi Masugata Shopping Street)5 minutes walk from Keihan or Eiden Demachiyanagi Station

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2021.07.19

Enjoy Kanazawa's Famous Turban Curry in Kyoto

The Japan Meteorological Agency announced on July 17 that the Kinki region was "believed to be the end of the rainy season."This year's rainy season lasted 62 days, the longest ever recorded.The long rainy season is over and the summer season in Kyoto is finally in full swing!One of the things I want to eat on a hot day is curry.I will introduce Kanazawa's famous turban curry that can be enjoyed while in Kyoto.Turban curry refers to 'Kanazawa curry' which was born in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture in 1971.In 2001, Turban curry restaurants opened in Kyoto."Curry House Turban Hankyu Katsura Station West Entrance" and "Kitchen Cafe L" in Kawaramachi Marutamachi.The features of Turban curry are "roux colour" and "thickened", and the ingredients are blended in.It has a rich yet refreshing taste, and it is so delicious that you will want to have another helping.There are various menus such as "roast cutlet curry", "hamburger curry", "eggplant curry", etc.I think the retro stainless steel also curry plate seems to bring out the original taste of curry.At Kitchen Cafe L, salad is served instead of shredded cabbage.We can also take out the roux and enjoy Turban curry at home.Heat the roux in a pot over low heat until it starts to bubble, add hot water and heat.It is nice that we can enjoy a lot because it is 1 pack for 3 people.It can be said that eating curry to warm up a cold body by air conditioning is a trick to get through summer.Kitchen Cafe El is located in an alley two blocks east of Kawaramachi Marutamachi.The sign of "Turban Curry" is the landmark.In addition to Turban curry, reasonable breakfast and lunch menu are also available.It's a cozy coffee shop loved by the locals.If you go to Katsura, you can also visit "Curry House Turban Hankyu Katsura Station West Entrance Shop"!Kitchen Cafe L558 Komano-cho , Kamigyo Ward , Kyoto City (2 blocks east from Kawaramachi Marutamachi, and about 50 meters south)5 minutes walk from Marutamachi Station of Keihan Jingu ShrineCurry House Turban Hankyu Katsura Station West EntranceB1F, Yamanouchi Building 128 -3, Katsura Minamitatsumi-cho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto CityA short walk from the west exit of Hankyu Katsura Station