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“Koppe Crab” (Female Snow Crab) “Koppe Crab” (Female Snow Crab)

Kodaiji Wakuden

2025.11.08

“Koppe Crab” (Female Snow Crab)

“Koppe Crab” (Female Snow Crab)

In Kyoto, the female snow crab is revered as the “Koppe crab.” A true seasonal delicacy, these crabs are prized for their richly flavored internal roe and the delightful pop of their external eggs — a unique taste experience distinct from the crab’s miso, or innards. This precious treat graces our tables only from early November through December.

In Kyoto, the female snow crab is revered as the “Koppe crab.” A true seasonal delicacy, these crabs are prized for their richly flavored internal roe and the delightful pop of their external eggs — a unique taste experience distinct from the crab’s miso, or innards. This precious treat graces our tables only from early November through December.

Tanba Chestnuts Tanba Chestnuts

Kyoto Wakuden

2025.10.07

Tanba Chestnuts

Tanba Chestnuts

As autumn fills the mountain villages, the chestnuts of Tanba swell with fullness. Wrapped in clear air and morning mist, each nut ripens slowly, holding the deepening of the season within. Their subtle sweetness, toasty aroma, and tender richness have long been treasured. In the ancient Heian period, they were presented to the Imperial Court as tribute.
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As autumn fills the mountain villages, the chestnuts of Tanba swell with fullness. Wrapped in clear air and morning mist, each nut ripens slowly, holding the deepening of the season within. Their subtle sweetness, toasty aroma, and tender richness have long been treasured. In the ancient Heian period, they were presented to the Imperial Court as tribute.
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Kyoto Wakuden – Notice of Closures Kyoto Wakuden – Notice of Closures

Kyoto Wakuden

2025.09.19

Kyoto Wakuden – Notice of Closures

Kyoto Wakuden – Notice of Closures

Thank you for your continued patronage of Kyoto Wakuden.
Beginning October 2025, we will observe regular closing days as follows:

Kyoto Wakuden Closure Days
October 9 (Thu), 16 (Thu)
November 6 (Thu), 13 (Thu)
December 4 (Thu), 18 (Thu)

We kindly ask that you confirm our opening days on our website before making a reservation.

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Thank you for your continued patronage of Kyoto Wakuden.
Beginning October 2025, we will observe regular closing days as follows:

Kyoto Wakuden Closure Days
October 9 (Thu), 16 (Thu)
November 6 (Thu), 13 (Thu)
December 4 (Thu), 18 (Thu)

We kindly ask that you confirm our opening days on our website before making a reservation.

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Conger Eel (Hamo) Conger Eel (Hamo)

Kodaiji Wakuden

2025.08.08

Conger Eel (Hamo)

Conger Eel (Hamo)

Hamo harbors a rich umami within its delicate flesh. From early summer through autumn, it transforms character with the changing seasons. Sashimi, searing, grilled preparations, shabu-shabu . . . the charm of hamo varies endlessly with each culinary pairing. We invite you to savor these while feeling the gentle passage of time.

Hamo harbors a rich umami within its delicate flesh. From early summer through autumn, it transforms character with the changing seasons. Sashimi, searing, grilled preparations, shabu-shabu . . . the charm of hamo varies endlessly with each culinary pairing. We invite you to savor these while feeling the gentle passage of time.

Chilled Sea Bass Chilled Sea Bass

Kyoto Wakuden

2025.07.15

Chilled Sea Bass

Chilled Sea Bass

The height of summer is upon us, with the distant sounds of Gion festival music drifting through the air. Sea bass, now at its peak with early-summer fat gently faded, offers a clean, subtle savor. We rinse it briskly in ice water and cool it over ice to bring out its refreshing character. Please enjoy this chilled offering as a way to lighten the heat of the season.
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The height of summer is upon us, with the distant sounds of Gion festival music drifting through the air. Sea bass, now at its peak with early-summer fat gently faded, offers a clean, subtle savor. We rinse it briskly in ice water and cool it over ice to bring out its refreshing character. Please enjoy this chilled offering as a way to lighten the heat of the season.
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Tango Cockles (Torigai) Tango Cockles (Torigai)

Kodaiji Wakuden

2025.04.28

Tango Cockles (Torigai)

Tango Cockles (Torigai)

Nurtured by the rich natural environment of Tango, these cockles are prized for their plump texture and refined sweetness. Their flavor deepens with heat. Savor this early summer delicacy grilled or swished in a hotpot.

Nurtured by the rich natural environment of Tango, these cockles are prized for their plump texture and refined sweetness. Their flavor deepens with heat. Savor this early summer delicacy grilled or swished in a hotpot.