Gion Kyokurara

Enjoy the traditional flavor easily with kyo-namafu skewers

Located in front of the stone steps of Yasaka Shrine, the symbol of Gion, this specialty store offers casual, skewer-style kyo-no-fu. Traditional Kyoto fu is made by craftsmen using a "kettle" that has been handed down from generation to generation, and they follow the traditional method of production. The unique chewy texture captivates people who try it, and its brightly colored appearance is a hit on SNS. The kama are available with arare, anko (red bean paste), dengaku miso (soybean paste), bacon rolls, etc. They are perfect as a sweet or as an accompaniment to rice, and the seasonal menu is also not to be missed. If you walk down the street with a Kyo-no-Fu skewer, you are sure to be noticed. Don't forget to take a picture with the scenery of Kyoto. Choose your favorite skewer from more than 12 varieties, including the standard bubu-arare, nama-fu dengaku, and the seasonal baked sweet potato paste.
The photo shows a piece of kyo-namafu for 350 yen, which comes with a variety of ingredients such as deep-fried bubu-arare, dengaku miso, tsubuan (sweet bean paste), koshian (sweet red bean paste), and matcha-an (powdered green tea). Be sure to check out the seasonal specials as well.

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  It smells fragrant when you open the bag. Kurara Souvenir with Awa-fu, Mochi-fu and Yomogi-fu costs 2000 yen (with red or white miso), so you can enjoy the taste of the restaurant at home.

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  Kyo-namafu is made by studying the color of ingredients used in combination with namafu and paying attention to their appearance. If you take a picture with the scenery of Kyoto in the background, it will surely look good on Instagram!

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  Matcha gelato 400 yen (strawberry topping available only at Asakusa store). *Only available during limited time

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