🍢 Maiko-Meshi Gion Main Store

Where Kyoto tradition meets TikTok-level vibes.
Hidden in the heart of Gion, Maiko-Meshi (舞妓飯) brings together authentic Japanese tempura and modern aesthetics.
It’s elegant, it’s crispy, and it’s totally camera-ready 📸

📍 Location

• Address: 281-1-1 Gion First Building 1F, Gion-machi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
• Access: 1 min from Yasaka Shrine / 5 min from Gion-Shijo Station — right in the heart of Gion.
• Hours: Lunch 11:00 am ~ / Dinner 5:00 pm ~ (check before visiting)
• Phone: 075-541-8574
• Website: maikohan-kyoto.com/gion

✨ What Makes It Special

• “Tempura you can eat like a Maiko.” Small, elegant, and made for graceful bites.
• Light & crispy batter: zero grease, 100% crunch.
• Flavor heaven: Matcha salt, Yuzu chili salt, Kyoto sea salt — every bite hits different.
• Rice cooked in sea bream broth: umami-rich and refillable (you’ll want seconds).

🎎 Atmosphere

Step into a cozy Kyoto world — soft lighting, the aroma of tempura, and the sizzling sound that screams “authentic Japan.” Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups looking for a stylish Kyoto moment.

💡 Why You’ll Love It

• 📸 Photo-perfect bites — colorful skewers that belong on your feed.
• 🥢 Light yet satisfying — perfect Kyoto lunch stop.
• 🌸 Authentic + modern — tradition reimagined for Gen Z travelers.
• 🌍 Tourist-friendly — chill, photogenic, and foreigner-welcoming.

⚠️ Tips Before You Go

• No reservations! Walk-in only. Go early to skip the line.
• Seasonal ingredients: menus change with Kyoto’s seasons — always fresh.
• Allergies: check in advance — shared tempura oil may contain seafood.
• Peak time alert: lunchtime crowds, come before 12 or after 2 for chill vibes.

This is the Kyoto spot where tradition meets trend — small skewers, big flavor, and total aesthetic goals.
If you go with Toru, you’ll get insider stories about the dishes, Kyoto’s local food culture, and hidden gems most tourists never hear about 🍵✨