Shigetsu
5 expert reviews
“The temple's restaurant serves vegetarian meals such as sesame tofu and soup made of dried gourds and sea kelp.”
– Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Bib Gourmand
"The dishes are exquisite...the owner-chef says he offers a rich variety and reasonable pricing because he wants as many people as possible to experience Shojin ryori. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"To sample shōjin ryōri (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine), try Shigetsu in the precincts of Tenryū-ji." Full review
Fodor's
"A monk trained to prepare Zen cuisine, creates a multicourse meal that achieves the harmony of the six basic flavors—bitter, sour, sweet, salty, light, and hot" Full review
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Reservations are required and can be made online.
Michelin Guide
Bib Gourmand
"Shigetsu’s offerings are characterised by generous helpings of seasonal vegetables; Goma-dofu is the house’s standard dish. " Full review
+81 75-882-9725
68 Sagatenryujisusukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 616-8385