Serves meat, vegan options available. A simple "mom & pop"-style family restaurant, providing traditional Japanese food. Has a separate vegetarian menu with vegan options. You can either sit on tatami mats at a low Japanese-style table, or at the counter where you can watch Hiroshi prepare your meal. English spoken. Max. capacity 12 persons. Tables max 4 people. Reservations via website. Open Mon 11:30am-12:30pm, 5:30pm-8:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-12:30pm, 5:30pm-8:00pm. Last orders 8:00pm.
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Last update on 23 Oct 2024 by HiroshiFuruta
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Added by Dean on 09 Nov 2011
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122 Reviews
First Review by Dean
RhysJones
Points +753
A wonderful experience - Edit
We had the most amazing time here when we visited in April. We emailed the day before to book a table which I think is just about the only way to get in, and we arrived to find a tiny space filled with about 6 other people. We sat at the bar and watched the friendly owners cook right in front of us which was such a privilege. They state clearly that it is simple food, not fancy food, with a Chinese influence.
Read moreI had the egg fried rice and my girlfriend had mapo tofu. Both things were delicious and came as generous portions. We also got some wonderful gyoza and there were a variety of other dishes handed to us throughout the meal.
At the end of the meal we added our names to the guest book atlas, which is a brilliant idea and in keeping with the thought and care that goes into running this restaurant.
If you are in Takayama I'd recommend making every effort to come here.
Pros: Welcoming owners, Simple tasty food, Gyoza
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VeganLien
Points +56
Great food and friendly owners - Edit
A very nice place to go for dinner in Takayama! The food is prepared in front of you (when you sit at the counter) but there are also Japanse style seats. The food is delicious! I especially liked their welcoming dish, cabbage with tofu and the tofusteak. Above all the cook and hostess are so friendly! I'll definitely recommend this place.
Read moreIt is necessary to make a reservation, because the seats are limited and the place is popular.
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NielsdeWinter
Points +243
One of the best dinners we had in Japan - Edit
We loved dining here in the cosy home style restaurant that offers a range of vegan options. Our hosts were very thoughtful and we had some lovely conversations. Food was of very high quality and to top it off we had a sake tasting from local breweries. An evening to remember!
Read morePros: Home style personal service, Food made while you are watching, Tasty and varied dishes with bold flavors
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Ceressu
Points +13
Magnifique - Edit
Très bon, le couple qui tient le restaurant est adorable et savent ce qu’est un plat vegan / végétarien ! Je recommande 1000 fois. Par contre il vaut mieux réserver à l’avance vous pouvez envoyer un mail !
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FrankRietkerk
Points +33
Great food, friendly hosts - Edit
Very homely, small restaurant that has extremely kind staff. The food was great and definitely not too expensive. Lots of options for vegetarians/vegans. Be sure to reserve (a day or two ahead), because it fills up quickly.
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SonyaSkennarCadden
Points +26
"Can't miss" vegan food. - Edit
Simply the friendliest and best restaurant we have eaten at in 2 trips to Japan. The hosts are amazing and have a full understanding of vegetarian and vegan foods. Full English menu and guaranteed great times. A "cannot miss" in Takayama.Qa
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-05-11
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shawnkissil
Points +31
Amazing place with great vibe - Edit
Super great place to eat as a vegan with non vegans. You don’t miss out on the experience of the food. Also really understanding of vegan / vegetarian / gluten free
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KateBrosnan
Points +31
Incredible food and wonderful hosts - Edit
This restaurant is run by a lovely couple who clearly cared a lot about making dining there an enjoyable experience for all their customers. The food was a mix of Japanese and Chinese cuisines, and vegetarian/vegan menu items were clearly marked. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious! Would thoroughly recommend going to this restaurant, you will struggle to find food as delicious and in such a welcoming setting!
Read moreI think they only take bookings - we did this by scanning the QR code outside the restaurant and booking online.
Pros: Lots of vegetarian/vegan options, Options for other allergy suffers (Inc. gluten), Fabulous hosts
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IvyMinds
Points +31
Highly recommended - Edit
The best food I have had since being in Japan. Highly recommended it!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan /veggie options, The owners are incredibly accommodating, Good level of English & English menus
Cons: None
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Eclaire
Points +20
Incredible food and incredible people - Edit
Their menu is divided into meat options, and vegan and vegetarian options. So if you're with meat eating friends there's plenty of options for both. Great value for money at around 1200Y for a big set meal. The miso ramen is the best I've ever had!
Read moreThe staff are also super friendly and helpful. They understand vegan and vegetarianism and also ask about any allergies. They were very clear about what menu items and table seasonings are vegan friendly too.
The couple who run the place speak great English and also are super kind. Could not recommend this place more highly!
Pros: Heaps of vegan and vegetarian options, Allergen aware staff, Super friendly staff with great English
Cons: Small place so probably a good idea to book ahead
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Wirsinddannmalveg
Points +225
Lovely couple and a lot of options - Edit
The two owners were so kind and explained every dish while serving. Would definitely recommend the Value set for two.
Read morePros: A lot of options, Filling portions, Set Meal gives you a lot to try
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LGJH
Points +21
Simply wonderful. - Edit
Everything about this place was fantastic, from the setting, on tatami matting, the hosts, who were very welcoming, the food (vegetarian set menu for 2), and the sake tasting where she took the time to explain the different sake's to us. Favourite meal of the holiday so far.
Read morePros: Set menu was very filling , Welcoming hosts, Delicious vegan options, clearly labelled on menu
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PhillipKappler
Points +13
Our favourite restaurant - Edit
We have been here twice now and both times have been fantastic.
Read moreThey cater to many dietary needs and the food is amazing.
A friendly and cosy atmosphere.
Any trip to Japan requires a visit for us to Heianraku.
Pros: Fantastic food
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Ashadow
Points +62
A must go - Edit
They were amazing from the start and asked about dietary and food allergies. They treat you like family. This is the first restaurant that has wowed me into writing a review in a long time. They do get busy so I recommend making a reservation ahead of time.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan and vegetarian options
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VernaAu
Points +54
Authentic small restaurant - Edit
We booked in the day before and checked they had vegetarian options. It is a small place run by a couple. When we were there it had 7 customers and was booked out.
Read moreThe English menu sets out meat eaters dishes in the left and vegan and vegetarian on the right. When ordering and as dishes were brought out we were advised of the contents. Very vegetarian and vegan aware.
We ordered a vegetarian set meal for 2 which was absolutely delicious and filling. It included starters and desert. The desert was a cow milt almond pudding and a black sesame soy pudding (which was excellent).
The owners were engaged and chatty if the signal from the customer was that they wanted this.
If this was in my hometown I would be a regular.
Pros: Variety menu options, Intimate, authentic , Local produce
Cons: It may be booked out, Two tables but mainly bar seats
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Ruzha
Points +4306
Amazing Home-Cooked Style Meal - Edit
Delicious food and friendly staff! Not only did the menu include vegan items, it was also clearly marked that vegan food excludes all meat, milk products, eggs, and honey, We had the gyoza, yaki miso, and yaki tofu. The meal came with an appetizer of local veggies and a really delicious potato in sauce. Everything tasted incredible! And the staff was so helpful and friendly! They even gave us a delicious tangerine and some Happy Cow stickers on our way out! Definitely coming back next time I visit Takayama!
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VictoriaGarafola
Points +1022
Happy We Went - Edit
There are a number of vegan options in Takayama so it was a bit difficult for us to choose but I am so happy we ended up here. We had two different types of ramen (Miso and a spicy Chinese style) plus gyoza and local style potatoes and tofu.
Read moreThe owners are incredibly friendly and accommodating. The building is old and aesthetically pleasing. Please give this shop your business! You don’t regret it.
Pros: Delicious food , Cool old building , Friendly owners
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ToraKo
Points +500
Fantastic food and service - Edit
We had the 2 person course meal with tofu curry and the sweet miso tofu stir fry. Everything was delicious! Naoko-san, the owner, would explain how the different types of tofu were cooked and she gave us some freebies too! The interior is cozy and looks like a showa era Chinese place. The menu was very carefully done, with clearly marked vegan, gluten free and vegetarian options. It was overall a fantastic experience, and I would definitely come back again!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Incredibly friendly service, Nice atmosphere
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jesslloyd23
Points +82
Heaven!! - Edit
If I could give this place 10 stars I would! The husband & wife team that run it are super friendly and welcoming. It was such a brilliant experience from start to finish. I will be dreaming of the sweet miso sauce tofu dish for a long time!! If you are in Takayama you really must eat here (we booked easily over Facebook, its very small so you need to book- it's worth it!). Seriously cannot rave about this restaurant enough. Probably the easiest ordering/options/eating experience I've had overseas in a really long time. Thank you so much!😄
Read morePros: Loads of (delicious) vegan options, Sweet miso tofu & cabbage is insanely good! , Super friendly, welcoming & accommodating hosts
Cons: No cons- it was amazing
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evoluktion
Points +36
Don’t miss this place!!! - Edit
If you’re in Takayama for any length of time, you MUST visit this restaurant!! Absolutely incredible experience, from the food to the beautiful, cosy atmosphere, to the UNBELIEVABLY kind employees who treat you so well and go above and beyond to provide you with an amazing time. Can’t emphasise their kindness enough. Fantastic value for money (amaaazing prices), BEAUTIFUL food (some of the best we’ve had in Japan), beautiful people, and overall one of the best places I can recall visiting. Plus SO accommodating for your dietary requirements as well – veganism was never an issue in this lovely restaurant. If you have time for only one food stop in Takayama, make sure it’s this one!! I wish I could come here a billion times over 😭😭
Read morePros: Beautiful, friendly staff, Great value for money, Incredible food
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carmencapta
Points +38
Delicious - Edit
Perfect flavour, mixture japanese and chinese cusine tecnics, in an original japanese styled emplacement. Extra friendly and charming owners.
Read morePros: Full vegan menu available, Authentic cusine, Super kind atmosphere
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AndyEllis
Points +46
Best food in Takayama - Edit
Have to book because they fill up, I messaged on facebook for the following day's lunch. They're so kind and funny there, good English, really delicious food. Try the sweet miso tofu and cabbage dish. One of the best meals we've had in Japan
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SamSparks
Points +72
Absolutely amazing - Edit
The nicest people, the nicest restaurant, the nicest food. Can’t recommend highly enough. Accommodating to allergies and everything is done with the biggest smile. Never felt more welcomed into a restaurant anywhere in the world, I’d come back purely to visit again. Lovely range of food, 10/10.
Read morePros: Amazing food, Amazing service
Cons: None
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KatharinavonBlubb
Points +61
Sehr leckeres Essen und super netter Service - Edit
Sprechen Englisch und haben ein vegetarisches/veganes Menü. Das Essen ist sehr lecker und das Personal unglaublich nett! Unbedingt vorher reservieren!
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marukochan
Points +427
Delightful vegetarian food - Edit
must go in Takayama!
Read morelovely couple owners are very knowledgeable about the vegetarian/vegan diet. awesome gyozas and friendly service.
Pros: lots of vegan options , warm service , good knowledge
Cons: small place
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ani507
Points +530
DO NOT MISS THIS RESTAURANT! - Edit
It would be a crime beeing around it without eating here!
Read moreAmazing chinese restaurant
Many many vegan options!
The couple who runs it is super nice and know all about vegan, gluten free etc...
Would give it 5 start if it would be possible!
Only 10 chairs in this restaurant so everything is very personal
*Make sure you have a reservation at least one day in advanced*
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DaWallet
Points +17
Best place in the area - Edit
delicious food! including lot of vegan options.
Read moreAnd lovely owners!!!
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