A well-established restaurant near the approach to Nanzen-ji Temple, Junsei has long been cherished for serving yudofu (hot tofu), a dish deeply rooted in Kyoto's culinary culture. Here, visitors can leisurely enjoy famous yudofu and yuba (tofu skin) while gazing at the 1,200-tsubo (about 3,967 square meters) strolling garden that reflects the changing seasons through its variety of plants and flowers.
Within the garden is the "Junsei Sho-in," a historical building from the Edo period originally built by Rantei Shingu, a scholar and physician of Dutch studies. This building, now a registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan, was once used as a cultural salon by lords, scholars, and artists. Today, it serves as an intimate dining space. In the depths of the premises, the " Ryotei-kaku " provides pure Japanese-style seating with chairs, accommodating larger groups.
The menu offers a range of courses, from casual dining options to elaborate Kyoto-style kaiseki meals using seasonal ingredients. The "Hana Course" priced at 3,630 yen includes a choice between yudofu or freshly made yuba as the main dish, along with sides like tofu dishes and grilled miso. This satisfying course also includes accompaniments like simmered dishes. The extravagant Kyoto kaiseki, available from 7,150 yen for lunch and 7,700 yen for dinner, allows guests to savor both yudofu and yuba.
Highlights
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Reservations are available for the "Yudofu Shunsai" course (7,150 yen for lunch, 7,700 yen for dinner). Course reservations are not possible for other options.
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Enjoy the specialty yudofu and yuba while overlooking the scenic garden.
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The garden is lit up at night, offering a different ambiance.
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A short 3-minute walk to Nanzen-ji Temple and Suirokaku Aqueduct. The famous Eikando Temple, known for its autumn leaves, is about an 8-minute walk away.
