Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya
Kita, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999
Why go
A tatami tea-stand beside Imamiya Shrine serving charcoal-grilled mochi with white miso since 1637. The two-piece portion costs under JPY 999, takes 15 minutes, and has held the same format for four centuries. Walk-ins only; closes Thursdays and late December. Worth the stop if you're already touring Daitoku-ji or northern Kyoto temples.
About Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya
Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya is a Kyoto venue with a low price point and daytime hours. Details are limited: it is listed at JPY 999 or less, operates most days from morning to late afternoon, and is closed on Thursdays. It also appears on the Tabelog 100 list for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe in the WEST region for 2023.
What to Expect at This Kyoto Stop
Plan around a simple daytime visit rather than a late meal. Hours are Monday 10 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 10 AM–5 PM, Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM, Thursday closed, Friday 10 AM–5 PM, Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, and Sunday 10 AM–5 PM. Specifics such as seating layout, reservation policy, payment methods, service format, and menu details should be confirmed directly.
Selection in Tabelog 100 for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe, WEST region, 2023, places Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya among recognized venues in that category. Beyond that recognition, details such as a score, ranking position, founding date, chef or owner name, exact location within Kyoto, or any detailed dish description are not available.
How Lunch and Daytime Visits Compare
The schedule supports a daytime visit only: the venue closes at 5 PM on operating days and is closed on Thursdays. Wednesday starts earlier at 9 AM, while the other open days begin at 10 AM. As no separate lunch menu, dinner service, or time-specific pricing is available, treat the visit as a daytime stop rather than a full meal plan.
The price band is JPY 999 or less. If you are comparing options, comparable venue references include Ichiwa Ichimonjiya Wasuke, Itsutsu, Raiz, WASHOKU TOKU, and Wagashi Mise Seiyo, or other Kyoto dining options more generally. Comparative prices, menus, seating, or service styles for those venues are not available.
Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya is best evaluated on the basics: Kyoto, low price, daytime hours, Thursday closure, and a 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition in the Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe WEST category. For anything more specific, dietary accommodations, takeaway, payment, reservations, seating, or exact menu, confirm directly before going.
Planning details
- Location
- 96 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8243, Japan
- Website
- aquadina.com/kyoto/spot/6207
- Phone
- +81 75-491-9402
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, traditional Kyoto tea-house with tatami rooms and views onto an inner courtyard, creating a quiet, nostalgic atmosphere that feels like stepping into a period drama.
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
Aburi Mochi (grilled skewered rice cakes with sweet white miso sauce)
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 96 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8243, Japan
Planning details
Location
96 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8243, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ichiwa Ichimonjiya Wasuke, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- WASHOKU TOKU, Japanese, ¥¥
- Raiz, Contemporary, ¥¥¥
- Wagashi Mise Seiyo, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- Itsutsu, Soba, ¥
Restaurant context
At under JPY 999, this tea-stand undercuts most wagashi stops in Kyoto by price and time commitment. Ichiwa Ichimonjiya Wasuke offers a nearly identical aburi-mochi format at the same price point one kilometer north, near Kinkaku-ji; choose between the two based on which temple route you're walking. Wagashi Mise Seiyo delivers a broader seasonal wagashi menu at JPY 2,000–2,999 in a more polished setting, better for travelers seeking variety over historic format. For visitors prioritizing a full meal, WASHOKU TOKU (Japanese, ¥¥) and Raiz (Contemporary, ¥¥¥) each provide multi-course dining with wine pairings, though neither replicates the tea-stand informality or the 15-minute in-and-out pace.
This stop requires no advance booking and operates six days a week, making it the easiest option in this comparison set for spontaneous visits. Itsutsu (Soba, ¥) offers a comparably quick meal in central Kyoto, but the noodle-shop format lacks the charcoal-grill theater and shrine-precinct atmosphere. For travelers combining temple tours with refreshment rather than seeking a destination dining experience, the tatami room format and sub-1,000-yen price make this the most practical choice. Visitors expecting kaiseki refinement or a curated wagashi selection should book Raiz or Wagashi Mise Seiyo instead.
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FAQ
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Is lunch or dinner better at Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya?
Dinner is not supported by the hours: the venue closes at 5 PM on operating days. No separate lunch menu is available, so plan it as a daytime visit in Kyoto rather than a dedicated lunch or dinner service.
How far ahead should I book Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya?
What should I order at Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya?
Specific menu items are not available. Details include the venue name, Kyoto location, JPY 999-or-less price band, daytime hours, and Thursday closure.
Does Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not available. Confirm directly with the venue before visiting if you have gluten, vegan, vegetarian, allergy, or other dietary requirements.
Is Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya worth the price?
At a price band of JPY 999 or less, it is a low-cost Kyoto stop. Its 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe in the WEST region may also be relevant when deciding whether to include it.
Is Aburi Mochi Honke Nemoto Kazariya good for a special occasion?
Specifics about seating, ambience, private rooms, and service style are not available. For a more occasion-focused comparison, you may also consider comparable venues such as Itsutsu, WASHOKU TOKU, or Wagashi Mise Seiyo, while confirming current details directly.
