🍜 Kyoto Cuisine Rokusei

Established in 1899, 京料理六盛 (Kyoto Cuisine Rokusei) boasts a proud history of over 120 years and is currently located near the Heian Shrine in Okazaki, alongside the Biwa Lake Canal. The signature dish of Rokusei is the "木桶便當 (Teoke Bento)," a handcrafted wooden bucket made by the human national treasure Nakagawa Kiyoshi, filled with a variety of sumptuous dishes. Using seasonal ingredients, each dish showcases the charm of Kyoto cuisine and is a visual delight. Additionally, the "創作平安王朝料理 (Creative Heian Dynasty Cuisine)," which combines the meals of Heian aristocrats with modern twists based on ancient texts, has also garnered attention. The tableware and presentation reflect the atmosphere of that era, making it a quintessential example of Kyoto cuisine and a meal worth experiencing at least once in a lifetime. The "Creative Heian Dynasty Cuisine" is available only for private dining for two or more people and requires a reservation one week in advance. The most famous item available only at the café of this establishment is the soufflé pancakes. The previous owner was so impressed after trying them in France that he decided to offer them in his own restaurant. After ordering, the soufflé pancakes are baked slowly for 25 minutes, rising fluffy in the Cocotte, making them a standout on social media. In addition to the classic vanilla and matcha flavors, a limited seasonal flavor is introduced each month.

Founded in 1899 (Meiji 32), this long-established Kyoto cuisine restaurant is known for its signature "Wooden Bucket Bento," filled with seasonal dishes presented in a handcrafted wooden bucket made by a human national treasure. The "Creative Heian Dynasty Cuisine," which modernizes the meals of the Heian noblewomen, has received high praise. The café at this restaurant offers delicious soufflé that is not to be missed.