Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan

eight

Name: eight
Address: 京都府京都市伏見区深草直違橋3-400, Kyoto, JP

100Pearl Points

Fushimi Bread Stop

About eight

Eight is a cash-only, no-frills bakery in Fushimi-ku that has earned Tabelog 100 recognition four times since 2017 for its bread and Western sweets, all priced under JPY 1,000. Best visited mid-morning Tuesday through Saturday, it suits travelers exploring Fushimi Inari or the sake breweries who want award-recognized bread without the queues of central Kyoto spots.

eight is a Kyoto venue with a verified budget listing of up to JPY 999. Its clearest confirmed recognition is selection for Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022, placing it within Tabelog's regional bread category for that year. Beyond those points, the available verified record is limited, so this guide avoids assuming details such as exact location within Kyoto, opening hours, payment methods, seating, menu items, or service format.

For travelers, the practical appeal is straightforward: eight appears on the low-cost end and has at least one clearly verified bread-category accolade. Treat it as a potentially worthwhile stop if you are already planning Kyoto food browsing, but do not rely on unverified claims about reservations, opening days, sell-out timing, or access details without checking a current official or local listing before you go.

What the Tabelog 100 Recognition Signals

The confirmed Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 recognition indicates that eight was included in a regional bread selection for western Japan in 2022. That is a useful signal for visitors who track curated lists, but it should not be expanded into claims about multiple award years, exact rankings, scores, queue levels, or comparisons with unnamed shops unless those details are independently verified.

The verified category supports describing eight in relation to bread recognition, but it does not confirm a specific menu, signature item, production schedule, seating setup, or dining style. If you are choosing between eight and other options, the safest grounded takeaway is that eight is a low-priced Kyoto venue with confirmed 2022 Tabelog bread-category recognition.

Booking, Timing, Practical Trade-Offs

No verified reservation policy, hours, payment details, access route, or seating information is available in the provided record. Before making a special trip, confirm current basics from a reliable live source. If your schedule is tight, pair eight with other Kyoto plans rather than building an entire day around unverified practical details.

Among comparisons points, Inari Futaba, Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga, Teuchi Soba Sushi Imafuku, GYUKATSU Kyoto Katsugyu Fushimi Inari, Abbesses can be considered as other dining references, but they are not direct substitutes unless their current format, hours, location fit your plan. eight is best framed narrowly: a Kyoto stop with a verified low price band and confirmed 2022 Tabelog bread recognition.

Reservations: Not verified. Payment: Not verified. Dress: Not verified. Budget: Up to JPY 999. Access: Kyoto. Best for: Visitors interested in a low-priced Kyoto venue with confirmed Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 recognition. Check first: Current hours, location details, payment options, seating, availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can eight accommodate groups?

Group suitability is not verified. Before visiting with several people, confirm current space, service format, any practical restrictions from a reliable live source.

Is eight good for a special occasion?

eight may interest travelers tracking bread-category recognition because of its confirmed Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 selection, but ambiance, seating, service style are not verified. For a more planned occasion, compare current details for other options such as GYUKATSU Kyoto Katsugyu Fushimi Inari or Abbesses.

What should a first-timer know about eight?

The verified basics are limited: eight is in Kyoto, has a listed price band up to JPY 999, has confirmed Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 recognition. Check current hours, payment methods, access, availability before going.

How far ahead should I book eight?

A booking policy is not verified. Confirm directly through a current source before assuming reservations are available or unnecessary. If your plans require certainty, keep other dining options in mind, including Inari Futaba.

What are alternatives to eight?

comparisons references include Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga, Teuchi Soba Sushi Imafuku, Inari Futaba, GYUKATSU Kyoto Katsugyu Fushimi Inari, Abbesses. Check each venue's current details before treating it as a substitute for eight.

Location

京都府京都市伏見区深草直違橋3-400

Kyoto, Japan

Compare eight

Worth the Price? eight vs. Peers

Venue	Price
eight	- JPY 999
Teuchi Soba Sushi Imafuku	JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Inari Futaba	- JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
GYUKATSU Kyoto Katsugyu Fushimi Inari
Abbesses

A quick look at how eight compares on price and recognition.

Also Consider

Teuchi Soba Sushi Imafuku, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Inari Futaba, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
GYUKATSU Kyoto Katsugyu Fushimi Inari, Notable alternative
Abbesses, Notable alternative

At under JPY 1,000, eight and Inari Futaba occupy the same budget tier, but they serve different breakfast formats, bread versus inari-zushi. Both sit near Fushimi Inari, making them natural back-to-back stops, though eight's 8:00 AM opening and Sunday/Monday closure may clash with temple visit timing. Inari Futaba offers seating and a more traditional Japanese option; eight is faster for those who want pastries to go. Neither takes reservations, but eight's smaller footprint means less browsing space during crowded morning windows.

Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga, priced JPY 1,000–1,999, delivers a sit-down meal rather than grab-and-go convenience, so it's better for lunch or a slower-paced morning. Teuchi Soba Sushi Imafuku, at JPY 20,000–29,999 for dinner, operates in a different category entirely, full-service dining with reservations required, making it irrelevant for quick bread stops. Abbesses, though unpriced in our data, is a French-style bakery in central Kyoto that draws longer lines and sits closer to major hotels, offering more convenience for travelers who don't plan to visit Fushimi.

If you're already heading to Fushimi Inari or the sake breweries and want Tabelog-recognized bread at rock-bottom prices, eight is the call. If you're staying in Gion or Higashiyama and need breakfast near your hotel, central Kyoto bakeries will save you 40 minutes of travel time. For sit-down meals, Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga offers better value per yen spent, while Inari Futaba delivers a more distinctly Kyoto breakfast experience. Eight's strength is repeatability and recognition, not novelty or location convenience.