All Reviews for Restaurant Reservations

I was very satisfied with the quality and volume at this price! The store was clean and spacious, allowing me to enjoy my experience with peace of mind.

このお値段でこのクオリティ＆ボリュームはとても満足でした！お店もキレイで広々としており、安心して頂くことが出来ました。

When I think of Yakushima, I think of flying fish! That's why I made a reservation. I believe this is the only place where you can enjoy hitsumabushi. The portions were generous, and I was completely full, even with dessert included. I arrived a bit early, but they kindly seated me right away. I visited on a weekday evening, and it was lively, so I'm glad I made a reservation.

屋久島といえばトビウオ！と思い予約しました。
ひつまぶしで食べられるのはここだけだと思います。ボリューム満点で、デザートまでついて満腹でした。少し早く着いてしまったのですが、そのまま席に案内していただけました。平日夜に利用しましたが、賑わっていたので予約してよかったなぁと思いました。

I apologize for the repeated inconvenience during the reservation process. I am very grateful for the courteous assistance you provided despite that! (Thank you very much, Beltora!)

The inside of the restaurant was clean, very simple, and stylish! The dish I reserved, "Tobiuo no Himatsubushi," was incredibly delicious!! It seemed to be fried tobiuo seasoned with a sweet sauce. When you hear "fried," you might imagine a dry flavor, but that was not the case at all; the texture was very soft and easy to eat! Additionally, when I had it as ochazuke with the bonito broth at the end, it further stimulated my appetite, and I could have had several bowls (laughs). The apricot ice cream for dessert was also delicious!!

I definitely recommend Katagiri!

予約の際に何度もお手数をおかしてしまい申し訳ありませんでした汗
また、それでも丁寧に対応してくださったこと大変感謝しております！
（ベルトラ様も本当にありがとうございました！）

お店の中は清潔感があり、とてもシンプルでおしゃれでした！
予約した「とびうおのひまつぶし」の料理は、とても美味しかったです！！
とびうおの細切れに甘いたれのようなもので味付けしたものをフライにしているようでした。フライと聞くとパサパサしたような風味かと想像されるかもしれませんが、全然そんなことはなく、触感は非常に柔らかく食べやすかったです！また、最後にあごだしでお茶漬け風にして食べると、さらに食欲をかきたてられ何杯でもいけました（笑）デザートのあんずのアイスクリームも美味しかったです！！

かたぎりさんを是非、お勧めします！！

Unfortunately, I ended up participating just as a typhoon was approaching. I was a little late for the shuttle bus meeting time, but when I contacted them, they were very kind and waited for me, which was a great help. Fortunately, the rain wasn't too strong, just light, so we had our meal at a semi-indoor table facing the river. I chose the bamboo course, and when I saw the photos, I wondered if it would be enough. Since it was lunch, I thought it might be just a small portion, but surprisingly, there was a good amount and it was delicious! Next time, I would like to participate on a sunny day.

ちょうど運悪く、台風が近づいてきた時の参加となってしまいました。
送迎バスの集合時間に少し遅れてしまったのですが、連絡を入れた際とても優しく対応下さり、ちゃんとお待ち頂き助かりました。
幸いなことにそこまで強くはなく小雨でしたので、半屋内のテーブルで川側を向いてのお食事でした。
私は竹コースでしたが、写真を見た時は足りるかな？ランチだしこんなものかな？と思っていたのですが、意外にしっかり量もあり美味しかったです！
今度は晴れた日に参加してみたいです。

I enjoyed a stylish and delicious meal. Since flying fish dishes are a specialty of Yakushima, I definitely recommend trying them. In addition to hitsumabushi, there are also flying fish oil pasta and tangerine sausage, which are highly recommended. The seating is limited, so it's better to make a reservation or call ahead.

One disappointing aspect was that the appetizer plate included Nagata tofu, and the small bowl also had Nagata tofu (though it was seasoned a bit differently).

オシャレで美味しい食事を頂けました。
トビウオ料理は屋久島の名物なので、ぜひ味わったほうがいいと思います。
ひつまぶし以外にもトビウオのオイルパスタやタンカン入りソーセージなどもあり、おすすめです。
席数が少なめなので、予約か電話問合せしたほうが良いです。

一つ残念だったのが、前菜プレートに永田豆腐があり、小鉢も永田豆腐(ちょっと味付けが違う)でした。

I reserved a set of five local appetizers. The tofu from Yakushima and the bagna cauda were all truly delicious. You can tell they provide really tasty meals that are satisfying even just with the appetizers. The main dish, the flying fish hitsumabushi, was very filling! It was piled high with plenty of flying fish on top of a bed of rice. I was worried I might not be able to finish it, but I was so hungry and it was incredibly delicious that I polished it off in no time! You can enjoy it as is, or add some bonito broth and condiments to make it like ochazuke, making it twice as enjoyable! For dessert, there was a chiffon cake made with Yakushima tea and a plum sorbet. The refreshing sweetness was perfect after the meal. Locals I met there all said, "Katagiri-san is highly recommended!" and it really was delicious. The restaurant had a clean and inviting atmosphere, and they had excellent infection control measures in place. There are not only table seats but also seating areas, a kids' space, and a nursing room, making it safe for families with small children. This is a must-visit restaurant when you come to Yakushima. I go every time I visit! Thank you for the meal!

地元前菜四種盛りの5品セットを予約しました。屋久島の豆腐やバーニャカウダなど、どれも本当に美味しかったです。前菜だけでも満足してしまうほど、ほんとに美味しいお食事を提供されていらっしゃるのが分かります。メインのとびうおひつまぶしはボリューム満点！ぎっしりご飯の上に、たっぷりとびうおが盛り盛りです。食べきれるかな〜と心配でしたが、お腹ペコペコかつめちゃくちゃ美味しいので一瞬食べきりました笑　そのまま食べてもよし、あご出汁と薬味を入れてお茶漬け風にして食べるのもよし、一度で2度美味しい！デザートは、屋久島茶を使ったシフォンケーキとすもものシャーベットでした。さっぱりとした甘さが食後にぴったりでした。現地で出会った地元の方が口を揃えて「かたぎりさん、おすすめですよ！」とおっしゃっていましたが、本当に美味しかったです。清潔感溢れる店内で、感染症対策もばっちりでした。テーブル席だけでなく座席、キッズスペース、授乳室もあるので、小さな子供連れでも安心。屋久島に来たらマストで訪れていただきたいレストランです。屋久島に来るときは毎回行きます！ごちそうさまでした！

Despite changing the reservation time over the phone, they kindly accommodated me. The seating arrangement was also well-prepared for infection control, which made me feel safe. The food was hot and delicious. As expected, I recommend this place when visiting Yakushima.

電話で予約時間を変更したにも関わらず、親切に対応いて頂きました。席の配置などもしっかり感染症対策してあり、安心でした。
お料理も、熱々で美味しかったです。
やはり、屋久島に行ったら、お勧めです

A spacious store with thorough infection control measures in place. It felt clean, and above all, the atmosphere was great. The food was incredibly delicious. Personally, the appetizers left a strong impression, but the flying fish hitsumabushi was, of course, tasty as well! I want to come back next time I visit Yakushima.

広い店内でしっかり感染対策させたお店。
清潔感があり、何より雰囲気が良かったです。
料理もすごく美味しかった。
個人的には、前菜が印象に残ってますが、飛び魚のひつまぶしはもちろん美味しかったです！
次回屋久島に来た時も、また来たいです。

After a 30-minute bus ride from the designated hotel, we arrived at the riverside dining area in Kyoto, Takao. The moment we got off the bus, we were in a fantastical place that felt like it could be from "Spirited Away."

The food was already set up, and when we opened the lid, the meat was absolutely amazing! I was so impressed. As we neared the end of our meal, a maiko appeared. After the greetings, she visited each table. Today's maiko was Kimika from Miyakawacho.

After chatting, it was finally time for her to perform, and she danced for us twice. Thank you for this extraordinary experience.

指定ホテルよりバスに揺られて３０分程度、京都、高雄の川床へ
バスを降りた瞬間の幻想的な場所。まるで千と千尋の神隠しに出てきそうな場所です。
料理はセッティングされていたのですが・・・・
蓋を開けたら、お肉のすごいことすごいこと！！感激です。
食事も終盤にかかると舞妓さんの登場。ご挨拶が終わり各テーブルへ
今日の舞妓さんは、宮川町の君翔さんです。
話も終わりいよいよ踊りの披露、二舞してくれました。
非日常をありがとう。

The dedicated suspension bridge really elevated my spirits. I was healed by the sound of the flowing river.
The meal included a bento with grilled sweetfish, which was worth the price.
I requested a shuttle service, but since I had some extra time, I toured a nearby temple. The distance back to the bus drop-off point was quite far, so I returned by public transport (bus).
I had a wonderful experience. Thank you very much.

専用のつり橋がとても気持ちを高めてくれました。川のせせらぎに癒されました。
お料理は鮎の塩焼き付きお弁当といった内容でお値段相当でよかったです(^^)
送迎をお願いしましたが、時間があまってしまったので近くのお寺を観光しました。バスの乗降場所まで戻るのも距離が離れてしまいましたので、交通機関（バス）で帰りました。
とても良い体験ができました。ありがとうございました。

I wanted to experience a summer-like Kyoto, and while searching online, I found this site. It takes about 30 minutes from downtown Kyoto, but there is a bus service, making it easy to access a location that is quite difficult to reach on your own due to the poor mountain roads. Additionally, I enjoyed the meals right by the river, conversations with the geisha, and their dances, which exceeded my expectations and allowed me to truly savor a summer-like Kyoto.

夏らしい京都を感じたくネットで調べていたら、このサイトを見つけました。
京都市街地から約30分位かかりますがバス送迎あり、単独では行きづらいくらい山手の道も良くない場所なので楽でした。
また、川を目の前にした料理、舞妓さんとの会話、舞妓さんの踊りと予想以上に楽しめて本当に夏らしい京都を満喫して出来ました。

I had been there before, and I didn't enjoy the Ryukyu cuisine, but the Okinawa pork shabu-shabu was very delicious and satisfying.

以前にも行った事がありましたが、琉球料理が合わなかったのですが、紅豚しゃぶしゃぶは大変美味しく満足しました。

It was a scorching day with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees, but here, a cool and pleasant breeze was blowing. I made a reservation for noon and arrived around 11:30, but my seat was already prepared, so I didn't have to wait. The food was delicious, and I was able to spend a relaxing time in nature. After resting at my seat for a while, I took a stroll nearby, and it was just the right time to head back for the bus (everyone gathered, so we departed early). I thought the riverbed would be along the Kamo River, but considering the coolness and the sense of relaxation, I'm glad I signed up for this tour.

気温が35度を超す猛暑日でしたが、こちらは涼しく気持ちいい風が吹いていました。12時の予約で送迎を申し込み11時半くらいに到着しましたが席は用意されていたので待たされることは無かったです。お食事もおいしく、自然の中でゆったりとした時間を過ごすことができました。しばらく席で休んだ後近くを散歩してちょうどよい感じで帰りのバス時間となりました(みんな揃ったので早めの出発でした)。川床は鴨川沿い、と思っていたのですが涼しさと癒やされ感を考えたらこちらのツアーを申し込んでよかったと思います。

dinner was great, super good service. Make sure to wear mosquitos repellent

On the day of the event, it was unfortunately rainy and felt a bit cool, but I was able to escape reality for a moment while enjoying a delicious meal (I chose sukiyaki) at a riverside location with an outstanding view, accompanied by the dance and stories of the maiko. (Laughs) Of course, photography was also perfectly allowed!

I heard that out of the five riverside venues, four were open for guests, and we had four maiko come to us: Umetae and Fumikou from Kamishichiken, and Kikuyae and Kanesue from Miyagawa-cho. (Unfortunately, due to time constraints, I couldn't meet Fumikou... so sad.)

Above all, I was really pleased with the attentiveness and care of the staff. I highly recommend this place! Ladies! (Laughs)

当日は生憎の雨で少し涼しく感じられる天気でしたが、抜群のロケーションのなか川床で美味しい食事（すき焼きを選択）を頂きながら舞妓さんの舞やお話しでひととき現実逃避してきました～。（笑）　もちろん写真撮影もバッチリいけますよ！

聞いたところ5つある川床のうち4つ入客あった様で舞妓さんも、上七軒から梅たえさん・ふみ幸さん　宮川町から菊弥江さん・叶季（かなすえ）さんの4名が来てくれてました。（時間の都合でふみ幸さんとはお目にかかれませんでしたが・・・悲）


なにより、スタッフのみなさんの気づかい心くばりも嬉しかったですね～・・・ここ、お薦めですよ！奥様～♪（笑）

We missed the shuttle bus so taking a taxi was our only option. The Hotel Monterey Kyoto front desk was so kind and willing; she called the cab and informed the taxi driver where to drop us off which saved us a lot of time. The shuttle from the restaurant came out and met us about a mile away as the roads get narrow and difficult to find for drivers unfamiliar with that area. The cab fare came out to be about $35-40 from the Hotel (which was less than what I expected). I highly recommend catching the shuttle service on time (be there early as they will leave exactly on time!)-- not only it's more comfortable having someone drive you to the restaurant, but it will save you time and money.

The restaurant is located in a very secluded and quiet area, completely surrounded by nature. They will greet and walk you to your designated table. The guiding lights in the complete dark woods make the ambience more beautiful. All meals will come out in your eating pace... which is important because I eat pretty slow and sometimes course meals rush you to hurry up and eat. I wasn't sure how to eat fish properly (whether I was supposed to eat the whole entire fish or leave the head or tail), so the older lady came over and removed all the bones for me. Service was fantastic.

There were two Maikos that night-- both Maikos came around, very willing to take pictures and answer questions/ conversate with you. When they start their dancing, I couldn't help but to stare in awe. They look like walking dolls. They also had goodies before the show (i.e a fan, canvas bag, etc). It was a pleasant experience. I highly recommend this tour. I want to do this again if I travel back to Kyoto in near future.

From the drive out of Kyoto Center up the cool hills past traditional tiled roofed houses, to our evening end with our gracious hosts smiling behind us as we walked back over the rope footbridge with the twinkling Japanese lanterns lighting the lush green river - A Magical Evening indeed.
Arriving at sunset, you see the beauty of the hot spring resort with our tables overlooking the river and mountain forest. We ordered the snow course (full- larger Kayseki) dinner. Traditional hosts (who speak only a little English) took us to our low tables set with course 1, gift Japanese fans and menu's in English. Sake and beer is additional. We had 2 Maiko's that evening, each separately visited all the tables to take pictures. (they speak Japanese, but can answer a little of English questions) Food was fresh, delicious and so artistically presented course by course. The beautiful dance & musical entertainment was lovely in the intimate setting. Each group had their own tables and the room is not too large. Splurge and treat yourself to this special experience.

This tour is "twice as enjoyable" not only because of the riverside setting but also because you can meet maiko. Three maiko came to visit us. They went around to each table, allowing us to enjoy friendly conversations. It was amazing to see the dance up close. Last time, we had sukiyaki for our meal, so this time I opted for kaiseki. The summer dishes like hamo sashimi and grilled sweetfish were delightful. Additionally, there was a lottery event (on the 3rd and 5th of the month), which added to the excitement! (Although I didn't win anything... (^^;))

川床だけでなく、舞妓さんにも会えるという「２度おいしい」ツアーです。舞妓さんは３人来てくれました。各テーブルに回ってきてくれるので、気さくにおしゃべりを楽しむことができました。舞もすぐ近くで見ることができて最高でした。前回は食事がすき焼きだったので、今回は懐石にしてみました。鱧おとしや鮎の塩焼きなど、夏らしい料理で良かったです。また、今回はちょうど抽選会(３と５のつく日)があって、ワクワク感を楽しめました！（何も当たりませんでしたが…(^^;)）

Momojiya has a very relaxing atmosphere, and I had plenty of food to eat! Please check out temples in the area, if you have time.

I want to tell my daughter about this wonderful place. The fresh green was dazzling. I thought I might feel lonely traveling alone, but that wasn't the case at all. The driver and everyone else were very welcoming, so I didn't feel lonely. The greenery of the mountains is beautiful.

こんなところに素敵な場所があるなんて、娘にも是非教えたいです。新緑のあおがまぶしかったです。ひとりたびで寂しいかと思ったが、そんなこともなく運転手さんはじめ皆さんが快くもてなしてくれたから、寂しいとはおもわなかったです。山の緑ステキですね。

The atmosphere by the river, the delicious food, chatting with the maiko, and watching the fireflies were all wonderful! I want to take my grandmother next time. ^^

川床の雰囲気、おいしいご飯、舞妓さんとのお話、ホタル鑑賞全てが良かったです！
今度はおばあちゃんを連れて行ってあげたくなりました^^

My parents took this tour and had a wonderful time. The setting was beautiful and the evening couldn’t have been more perfect with nice warm weather. They really enjoyed the meal of Shabu Shabu and felt the meat was tender and delicious. They really enjoyed meeting the Maiko and admiring her beautiful clothing and make up as well as her dancing. They staff were all very friendly and the included transport back to their hotel was very convenient.

We were so glad that we decided to purchase this dinner. The restaurant have an amazing view of the river and eating at the kawandoko (terrace on top of the river) is an experience not to be missed. We got the shabu shabu meal and it was perfect since when we went, it was raining and cold, so it was the perfect warming up meal for us.
The maiko came at around 7 and talk to each of the table, take photos and answer a few simple questions. She can't speak well in English, but she can understand if you speak basic English and very slowly. Then she performed 2 dances, they both very elegant and beautiful.
At around 8 pm, the restaurant switch off the lights, so that we can watch fireflies around the riverside. Apparently this is only happens in June. It was truely an amazing and unforgettable experience for both of us.
The pick up and return transfer is pretty efficient too, very happy overall. Definitely would recommend!

This tour is especially recommended for adult women! It's guaranteed to boost your femininity. The fresh greenery of Kibune is a place where nobles once sought coolness, crossing mountains to reach this coveted summer retreat. Below the suspension bridge flows a clear stream, accompanied by the sounds of waterfalls and rivers, as well as the calls of the stream frogs. Enjoy delicious mountain and ocean delicacies. Additionally, you'll have the chance to interact with maiko and watch their dances. The experience concludes with firefly viewing, making it a truly precious experience that you can't normally enjoy. The staff were very pleasant, and I felt great throughout. I had a wonderful time. Thank you very much!

特に、大人の女性におススメ！女子力アップ間違いなしのツアーです。新緑の貴船。そこは、かつて貴族が涼を求め、山を越えて行った憧れの避暑地。吊り橋の下は清流。滝と川のせせらぎ、カジカの鳴き声。美味しい山の幸、海の幸。そして、舞妓さんとの触れ合いと踊りの鑑賞。最後の締めは、蛍鑑賞など、全てのものが普段では味わえないとても貴重な体験。お店の皆様もとても感じが良く、気持ち良かったです。とても楽しめました。本当にありがとうございました。

This trip was very pleasant experience. I was there with my mom and we both enjoyed very much. Food was great. Two people share a hot pot, with one big plate of Japanese beef and one plate of vegetable! The highlight was to watch Maikos dance in a very close distance! I can see her holding her pose and dancing slow but gracefully. It is breathtaking! I would say this is the best trip you can do to get the completely Kyoto experience! Love it!!

It was a very beautiful annex, and I was able to enjoy delicious sukiyaki! The maiko were lovely, and it was a precious experience to see them dance up close. I was significantly late for my reservation, but they were very polite and accommodating. I would definitely like to use this place again if I have the opportunity. Thank you!

とても綺麗な別館で、美味しいすき焼きをいただくことができました！舞妓さんも可愛らしく、近くで踊りを見ることができて貴重な体験でした。予約の時間に大幅に遅れてしまったのですがとても丁寧にご対応いただきました。また機会があれば是非利用したいです。ありがとうございました！

I booked this for 2 people even though I was going alone, because it was the only way the website would accept the reservation. The day of the tour I had my hotel contact them to update my hotel pick up info, which also updated the number of guest. I was pleasantly surprised that they refunded the second ticket. The food and location were amazing, as was the meetings with the maiko and watching them dance. I wish there was a translator during your meeting with them. Since there wasn't, I only spent about 3-5 mins with each maiko whereas the tables of Japanese guests spent as much as 15 minutes with each of them. Otherwise, it was amazing.

Great dinner despite some minor issues.
The food was tasty, but one slice of sashimi I had smelled bad.
The last tofu dish was nothing like I've ever had, and it was very tasty.
But it felt quite repetitive and the flavor easily became monotonous.

I used this for a surprise birthday party for a friend who loves cruising. From the time of booking, they listened carefully to our requests, and we were excited for the day to arrive. I revealed the surprise to my friend with a blindfold and headphones in front of the ship, and they were incredibly happy! (I apologize to the other customers who were waiting behind us.) The inside of the ship was retro and really cute! The private room was even better than I imagined. It was drizzling, but we were able to enjoy the scenery enough. Above all, I was impressed by the bartender's personalized service, not just following a manual. He was handsome too. I will definitely come back! Thank you so much! o(^▽^)o

クルージング好きな友達のサプライズBDPで利用しました。
予約時から丁寧にこちらの要望を聞いていただき、ワクワクして当日を迎えました。
友達には目隠し&ヘッドホンをして船の前でネタばらし☆
めちゃくちゃ喜んでくれました！
(後ろに並んでいた他のお客様にはご迷惑おかけして申し訳ありませんでした。汗)
船の中もレトロで凄く可愛い〜！
個室も想像以上に良かったです。
小雨でしたが、景色も十分に楽しめました。
何よりバーテンのお兄さんのマニュアルじゃない、サービスに感動しました。イケメンだし。
絶対リピします〜☆
本当にありがとうございましたo(^▽^)o

It was my first time participating. The taste and appearance of the meal were average. I felt like it wasn't really necessary. The night special viewing was beautiful, but you can enter by paying the participation fee at the entrance without a tour, so there’s no transportation provided, and I don't think I will participate again. It was smaller in scale than I expected. The service from the staff inside wasn't very good either. Once was enough for me.

初めての参加でした。味も見た目もお食事は普通でした。どちらかというといらないかなって感じです。夜間特別拝観はきれいでしたが、ツアーでなくても、入り口で参加料払えば入れるので、送迎もないし、もう参加しないと思います。思ったより規模は小さいです。中の方の対応もそういいほうではないですね。一回でいいかな。