Kirakuan Okamoto Sanneizaka — Local services in Kyoto

We stopped by this joint as they had fried chicken (karaage) in the shop window and they also offered soy cream croquettes which piqued my interest.

The chicken was delicious - you could still taste the mirin and sake used for the marinade and the chicken was tender yet the batter was crispy and steaming.

The sky cream croquette, though it sounded sweet, was nothing of a dessert. Instead, it tasted like a very freshly fried fish finger - savoury, crispy outer shell but soft and creamy insides.

Worth getting - best karaage that I've tasted in Japan so far and believe me, I've been trying out every single fried chicken I can get...

The Kirakuan Kyoto I tried was the one in Chawanzaka; unfortunately, I cannot locate that branch in Google maps. Seems this is a food chain so I'd give my rating here. I tried the food from Kirakuan twice, earlier winter 2024 and this year's autumn. The karaage is succulent, juicy and crunchy at the same time. The chicken is flavorful and goes well with their refreshing ginger ale. This combo offers comfort after walking within the...

worth the hype. super quick service while the food is fresh even as they’re busy and open all day (close before 6pm it seems). tasted great. can sit on small benches inside. there’s a random photo booth as well (with a catchy song that’s plays ALL DAY). friendly quick service with some english. highly recommended when strolling the sites...