2018 Michelin Kyoto Japanese Restaurant : Hamasaku (2 star)

updated: August 29th, 2024

Hamasaku - Traditional Japanese cuisine in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto. Experience the region's finest dishes.

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    Hamasaku is a restaurant located in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture.
     It is approximately 443 meters away from Karasuma Station.
     The restaurant does not disclose its seating capacity, and its operating hours are unknown.
    Known as a long-standing establishment with over 100 years of history, Hamasaku has received high praise from visitors to Kyoto.
     The newly relocated venue boasts a modern and beautiful interior, with an entrance and counter that create a traditional Japanese atmosphere.
    The specialty dish at this restaurant is unagi (eel), which is renowned as the best in Japan and a point of pride for Hamasaku.
     The head chef, Shin, is exceptionally skilled, having undergone rigorous training.
     The presentation of the dishes and the tableware are exquisite, providing a feast for the eyes as well.
    However, with an average price per customer of nearly 100,000 yen, some voices express the desire to be fully satisfied with the dining experience.
    Hamasaku, founded in 1927, is an original traditional Japanese-style cuisine restaurant where famous writers like Yasunari Kawabata once dined.
     The impressive wooden counter and the superb quality of the dishes contribute to its well-deserved reputation.
    Some examples of the cuisine offered include kuzukiri with the finest dashi broth, sea urchin and cucumber with jellyfish and sesame dressing, and an elegant soup with conger eel.
     They also serve shrimp breaded with squid ink and sesame paste with figs.
     The meal concludes with refreshing cold somen noodles and pressed sushi made with shrimp and conger eel.
    Hamasaku offers Kyoto's traditional cuisine, showcasing the region's long history and culinary skills.
     Particularly noteworthy are dishes such as simmered taro and white miso soup, which represent the epitome of classic Japanese cuisine and are highly praised for their exquisite flavors.
    The chefs at Hamasaku are dedicated to using only the finest ingredients and preparing them meticulously.
     The dishes featuring filleted conger eel are particularly stunning and leave patrons marveling, exclaiming, "Hamasaku-san!" The tofu with gelled yuba and sea urchin and the freshly cooked rolled omelette with broth are also excellent choices.
    Hamasaku is a restaurant where you can experience the traditional cuisine of Kyoto.
     We highly recommend paying a visit.


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