Kyoto Yanaginobanba Hontatei

Natural Kue & Live Conger, Rare Sake

A hidden gem in Kyoto’s Karasuma-Oike, Kyoto Yanagimachi Honda-tei offers rare fish delivered direct from Japan’s ports and brewery-direct sake. Live tanks showcase wild kue and swimming conger; at the counter, enjoy seasonal courses—hamo in summer, kue or tiger puffer hot pot in winter—paired with aged and hard-to-find sake.