Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan

Tempura Kawatatsu

Name: Tempura Kawatatsu
Address: 京都府京都市南区久世川原町65, Kyoto, JP
Telephone: +81759210865
Price range: JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999

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About Tempura Kawatatsu

Tabelog Tempura 100 selection serving Kyoto-style tempura focused on seasonal vegetables and rotating fish, located in a residential setting near Katsura River. Lunch (JPY 3,000-3,999) offers better value than dinner (JPY 6,000-7,999), with 8 counter seats and 26 tatami seats available. Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekend slots.

Tempura Kawatatsu is a Kyoto venue associated with tempura, with verified price ranges of JPY 6,000-7,999 and JPY 3,000-3,999. Its verified dress code is casual. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025, so the most reliable way to frame the restaurant is simple: a Kyoto tempura stop with a casual dress code, verified pricing, and a 2025 Tabelog tempura recognition.

Verified details to know

Detailed menu items, seating layout, reservation timing, payment rules, child policies, parking, and neighborhood specifics are not verified here, so they should be confirmed directly before planning a visit. The grounded pricing to know is JPY 6,000-7,999 and JPY 3,000-3,999. Within Kyoto, Tempura Kawatatsu may suit travelers looking for a meal without relying on unverified claims about a particular chef, course format, or room setup.

Because the verified data is limited, avoid assuming a specific counter experience, private-room arrangement, tasting-menu structure, or ingredient list. Treat the venue as a Kyoto tempura restaurant with casual dress and verified price bands, then confirm current service details when booking.

How it sits against other dining options

Tempura Kawatatsu can be considered alongside other dining options, but comparisons should stay broad unless current details are confirmed. Its clearest verified differentiators are its Kyoto location, its casual dress code, its JPY 6,000-7,999 and JPY 3,000-3,999 price ranges, and its Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 listing. If you are comparing across styles, Miyoshi and Kuishinbo Yamanaka are other allowed reference points, while Mr. Gyoza and Ryuhei Soba are separate dining references rather than direct substitutes for a tempura-focused meal.

The safest verdict is measured: book Tempura Kawatatsu if the verified price range, casual dress code, Kyoto location, and 2025 Tabelog tempura recognition match what you want. For any finer-grained decision, including exact location within the city, reservation lead time, seating preference, menu format, dietary needs, or payment method, confirm directly with the restaurant or booking platform.

Check out our full Kyoto restaurants guide for more dining options, or explore our full Kyoto hotels guide if you're planning a longer stay. For drinks, see our full Kyoto bars guide, and for regional wine, visit our full Kyoto wineries guide. Additional activity ideas are in our full Kyoto experiences guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Tempura Kawatatsu accommodate groups?

Group accommodation details are not verified here. Confirm party size, seating style, and any private-room availability directly before booking.

Can I eat at the bar at Tempura Kawatatsu?

Counter or bar seating is not verified here. If seating style matters, ask the restaurant or booking service before reserving.

Is Tempura Kawatatsu worth the price?

Tempura Kawatatsu has verified price ranges of JPY 6,000-7,999 and JPY 3,000-3,999, a casual dress code, and a Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 listing. It may be worthwhile if those facts match your budget and interest in a Kyoto tempura meal.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Tempura Kawatatsu?

A tasting-menu or set-course format is not verified here. Confirm the current menu format and pricing directly before visiting.

What should a first-timer know about Tempura Kawatatsu?

Tempura Kawatatsu is in Kyoto. Verified details include a casual dress code, price ranges of JPY 6,000-7,999 and JPY 3,000-3,999, and Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 recognition. Specific seating, reservation, payment, and policy details should be confirmed directly.

How far ahead should I book Tempura Kawatatsu?

Reservation timing is not verified here. Check the current booking channel or contact the restaurant for availability.

What should I order at Tempura Kawatatsu?

Specific dishes and menu structure are not verified here. Confirm the current menu when booking or upon arrival.

Location

京都府京都市南区久世川原町65

Kyoto, Japan

Also Consider

Ryuhei Soba, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Okashi Tsukasa Nakamura Ken, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Mr. Gyoza, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Miyoshi, Beef Kaiseki, Beef Kaiseki
Kuishinbo Yamanaka, Steak, Steak

Tempura Kawatatsu sits in the middle of Kyoto's tempura pricing spectrum at JPY 6,000-7,999 for dinner, JPY 3,000-3,999 for lunch, more expensive than casual spots but well below the city's omakase-only counters. The Tabelog Tempura 100 designation (2022, 2023, 2025) places it among the category's recognized names, though none of the comparison venues share this award tier. Mr. Gyoza and Ryuhei Soba both run under JPY 2,000 per head and are easier to book day-of, but neither specializes in tempura or seasonal vegetable sourcing. If budget is the deciding factor, those two deliver solid casual meals without the advance-reservation requirement.

For diners prioritizing protein over vegetables, Miyoshi offers beef kaiseki at a similar spend level, while Kuishinbo Yamanaka focuses on steak with less lead time needed for reservations. Both are better choices if you want a meat-forward meal in a more central neighborhood. Okashi Tsukasa Nakamura Ken is a wagashi specialist at the JPY 1,000-1,999 range, useful for dessert or a tea-and-sweets stop but not a meal substitute.

Tempura Kawatatsu is the strongest pick if you want vegetable-focused tempura in a quiet residential setting, especially at lunch when the price drops by nearly half. The trade-off is location, it's a 13-minute walk from Katsuragawa Station with limited nearby dining or bar options for before or after. If you're building a full evening in central Kyoto, the downtown alternatives are more practical. If you're driving or prefer a single-destination meal away from tourist traffic, this is the better booking.