Yumeshobu — Restaurant in Kyoto

Yumeshoubu was a restaurant to remember. It is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood near Kinkaku-ji and it was nice to get away from the crowds of tourists. The taisho was very meticulous in his preparation and carefully explained all the dishes to us and how it’s prepared. Watching him prepare the hamo was particularly interesting and it demonstrated his skill and expertise. We got to try many seasonal produce at a very fair price. the ingredients were fresh and perfectly seasoned in a way that brought out its flavors. Taisho and Okami-san were very friendly and hospitable and eating at the counter enhanced our experience.

They take reservations over instagram so I would encourage foreigners to try real authentic Japanese flavors here. Most of the produce does not have an English translation but the Taisho and Okami-san will show you what you’re eating using a visual food...

The seafood was very nice, fresh and varied. The owners were very hospitable and would explain the seafood and the preparation which gave me a greater appreciation of the skill and produce. They made use of a book to translate the names which makes you realise the sheer variety of seafood which is eaten in Japan and which the English language doesn't seem to differentiate as much (e.g. there are so many varieties of eel which each have individual names in Japanese).

I highly recommend this for anyone who is not as familiar with Japanese seafood beyond tuna, salmon and other common staples that you find...

I went to Michelin star sushi restaurant yesterday but this place is way too better than that place. Owners are very passionate about the food, but not pushy, very relaxing atmosphere but serving us something that we never experienced before. I was surprised with every dishes....