Arashiyama Yoshimura

Arashiyama Yoshimura offers a variety of handcrafted soba noodle dishes, elaborately prepared soba cuisine, and seasonal dishes that capture the essence of the seasons. The soba is made from domestically sourced buckwheat grains, meticulously hand-ground on-site by skilled artisans. The grains are bought freshly harvested and hulled on demand before being slowly ground using a stone mill. A popular menu item is the "Tenzaru Zen," which includes a mixed tempura assortment, soba, nishin shigure rice (rice with herring), and pickles made from soba koji. Additionally, guests can savor unique soba tea desserts like the "Soba Tea Roll" made from domestic buckwheat.

Located on the grounds of the former residence of Meiji-era Japanese painter Kawamura Manshu (1880-1942), the restaurant's interior offers a quintessentially Japanese ambiance, where many cultural figures like Kitaoji Rosanjin and Yokoyama Taikan once gathered. The tranquil atmosphere of this historic site allows visitors to relax while dining. The restaurant's glass walls offer stunning views of Arashiyama’s iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, enhancing the dining experience with the scenic beauty of Kyoto.