Shoraian

Sagakamenocho,Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto(Inside of government land, on the bank of Katsura River)·From ¥ 7,500
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Tofu kaiseki, served with Arashiyama’s river hush and pine-scented calm.

At the foot of Arashiyama, follow the Katsura River and slip up a short, tucked-away path—then a 120-year-old wooden house appears: Shorai-an. This reservation-only restaurant is devoted to Kyoto-style tofu kaiseki, a cuisine born from the city’s famously pure water. Dishes arrive in quiet layers—silky tofu, subtle broths, seasonal accents—showing how something simple can feel deeply refined. The setting does half the work: pine greens, a murmuring stream outside the windows, and scenery that changes with every season. Inside, calligraphy by owner and renowned artist Fuyo Kobayashi adds an extra note of calm. Come for an unhurried, very Kyoto meal.

A closer look

Packages

Enjoying a tofu cuisine lunch

Enjoying a tofu cuisine lunch

Available Booking Times:11:30,13:30
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Hot Spring Tofu, Fried Tofu, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

Classic tofu cuisine lunch

Classic tofu cuisine lunch

Available Booking Times: 11:30,13:30
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Specialties, Hot Spring Tofu, Fried Tofu, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

Signature Tofu cuisine dinner

Signature Tofu cuisine dinner

Available Booking Times:Friday - Sunday & Holidays 17:30, 18:00
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Tempura, Specialties, Mini Steak, Hot Spring Tofu, Fried Tofu, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

13,400 Yen
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Exquisite Tofu Cuisine Dinner

Exquisite Tofu Cuisine Dinner

Available Booking Times:Friday–Sunday & Holidays 17:30, 18:00
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Specialties, Hot Spring Tofu, Fried Food, Grilled Dish, Rice, Kimchi, Side Dishes, Desserts]

16,200 Yen
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Exquisite tofu cuisine lunch

Exquisite tofu cuisine lunch

Available Booking Times:11:30,13:30
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Specialties, Japanese Tofu Hot Pot, Fresh Tofu Skin, Fried Tofu, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

Signature Tofu cuisine lunch

Signature Tofu cuisine lunch

Available Booking Times: 11:30,13:30
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Tempura, Specialties, Mini Steak, Hot Spring Tofu, Fried Tofu, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

10,800 Yen
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Savoring Tofu Cuisine Dinner

Savoring Tofu Cuisine Dinner

Available Booking Times:Friday–Sunday & Holidays 17:30, 18:00
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Specialties, Japanese Tofu Hot Pot, Mini Steak, Fried Tofu, Hot Spring Tofu Dish, Side Dishes, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

13,500 Yen
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Specialty vegetarian Cuisine Lunch

Specialty vegetarian Cuisine Lunch

Available Booking Times: 11:30,13:30
Contents are for reference only and subject to availability [Appetizers, Specialties, Fresh Tofu Skin, Fried Tofu, Vegetable Tempura, Hot Spring Tofu, Rice, Kimchi, Desserts]

Venue details

NameShoraian
AddressSagakamenocho,Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto(Inside of government land, on the bank of Katsura River)
京都府京都市右京区嵯峨亀ノ尾町官有地内
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Access by public transportation

Hankyu 【Arashiyama Station】, approximately 20 minutes on foot
Randen 【Arashiyama Station】, approximately 15 minutes on foot
JR 【Saga-Arashiyama Station】, approximately 25 minutes on foot

Opening hours

MON-THU 11:00~17:00 FRI〜SUN,HOL 11:00~20:00

What's included

1. Package fee
2. Service charge
3. Japanese consumption tax
4. Reservation fee

What's not included

1. Additional charges outside the set menu
2. Other unlisted fees

Booking notes

1. Minors above 12 years old must order the adult set menu. Please take note of this.
2. Guests in the same group are required to book the same set menu.
3. The set menu contents and images are for reference only. Dishes may be subject to change; please take note of this.
4. Please select a valid reservation time. To improve the success rate of your booking, we recommend keeping a few backup dates in mind.
5. Please provide a specific and reachable contact method (an email address or a working phone number).
6. Please state the actual number of guests attending, and (if applicable) be sure to note the age of any minors in the group.
7. If applicable, please inform customer service in advance of any dietary restrictions, food allergies (including alcohol), or ingredients you cannot accept. Customer service will notify the restaurant in advance to arrange for ingredient substitutions.
8. Some restaurants have dress code requirements; please dress appropriately for your meal.
9. Please arrive at the reservation location on time. If you are more than 15 minutes late, your reservation may be cancelled.
10. In accordance with the restaurant's policy, children under 12 years old are not accepted.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations made within 3 days before the use date will incur a cancellation fee of 100% of the reservation amount.