Edited by Elodi Troskie
Kyoto, the former capital of Japan, is where modern life meets traditional Japanese culture. Kyoto’s food culture favours simple home style cooking where vegetables are often the main ingredient. Here perhaps more than any other city, you’ll see that there is much more to Japanese food than ramen and sushi! If you’re planning a visit to the land of cherry blossoms and you’re wondering what to eat and where to eat in Kyoto, this food guide will tell you all you need to know about the best of Kyoto’s culinary scene!