Omen Ginkakuji
Tempura / Fried Foods
Have a special dining experience here in Omen Ginkakuji, with udon dipped in flavorful dashi broth and a seasonal pick of vegetables.
Restaurant Details
Kyoto has long been known for being the birthplace of some of the best udon noodle restaurants. Among them, Omen Ginkakuji offers you a brand new experience with udon that overturns the conventional take on this dish.
“Omen,” the name of the restaurant, is also the name of a unique style of udon from Isesaki, Gunma, where you can enjoy udon as “tsukemen” (dipping noodles). Thick but chewy noodles made from Japanese wheat are served along with a bowl of hot or cold dark concentrated dashi broth, and a special selection of “yakumi” (seasonal fresh vegetables; oftentimes scallion, ginger, carrots, spinach, or radish). Dip your yakumi into the broth and have a taste of the subtle extra layer of flavor in your dashi soup. Enjoy the refreshing meal with a little extra sesame seed!
The restaurant is located a few minutes away from Ginkakuji Station and is open from 11 AM to 9 PM everyday except for Thursdays. Both tatami seats and table seats are available.
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Omen Ginkakuji Address
74 Jodoishibashicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8406 JAPAN
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Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.
Food was so delicious and clean! Got the hot udon with tempura and beef
The food at Omen was wonderful and the staff were lovely too. Noodles were nice and chewy and the cold dipping broth was delicious. Will 100% be returning when next in Kyoto. Thank you, Omen!
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