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Est. 2001, the oldest vegan restaurant in Kyoto. Vegetables are purchased from nearby farmers. Music events and live performances. Has an English menu. Address: 左京区一乗寺築田町95 第一メゾン白川202. Open Tue-Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-12:00am.
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26 Reviews
First Review by KinaFay
lettix
Points +1590
Best food experience in Kyoto - Edit
The mix of different things in the set menu is amazing. Everything was delicious and the atmosphere in the restaurant is also very nice.
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Horemheb
Points +118
Very good food - Edit
Delicious and very well served ! A bit on the pricy side but well worth the money. Had the set menu and hoping I can go back to try another dish before leaving Kyoto! oh and they take cards ,rather unusual in this town!
Read morePros: Tasty, Well served , Varied menu
Cons: A bit pricey
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travcat238
Points +18
Outstanding! - Edit
Some of the best food I’ve ever had, traditional Japanese dishes veganized to perfection! Unique hippie style atmosphere and cool artistic vibes! Warm and friendly owner/staff!
Read morePros: Vegan Doria, Atmosphere, Vegan Gyoza Appetizers
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Nancy Cadet
Points +985
Generous set meal lunch - Edit
Natural Food Village is easy to find across from the Kyoto University of the Arts and on the same side of the street as the Kyoto Design College. It’s on the second floor with a signboard on the sidewalk and also is a music venue. If you’re visiting temples and gardens in northern Higashiyama, this is in the area.
Read moreThere’s a basic English menu and several choices for lunch- curry, noodles and the daily special. The daily special included rice, soup, soy cutlets, veggie tempura, green salad and 3 or 4 marinated vegetable side dishes.
The atmosphere was casual and welcoming. The prices were reasonable.
Pros: Lunch special , Window seats, Friendly relaxed atmosphere
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RemiOkamoto
Points +742
I loved the details of each dish - Edit
I had a great lunch in this restaurant, the place is very unique and i liked the interior design. I ordered the lunch gozen , it came with small kozara and all of them were really good.
Read moreHighly recommend!
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emmalovesanimals
Points +751
delicious slow food, cool artsy vibe - Edit
Be prepared to sit and relax as you await a delicious meal. The vibe makes it easy to chill…lots of interesting things to look at and cozy spots to sit. The food is really delicious. We tried the fried Thai noodles — simple and fresh, with nice spice to add to your taste. And the cutlet rice bowl, also really tasty and the cutlet had a really satisfying texture. Salad was really fresh too. There are a few odds and ends available for purchase but not a full shop by any means.
Read moreHigh score for both the care creating the space and all of the artistic details as well as the tasty, satisfying food!
We went on a weekend around 1pm or so, easy to find a table, just waited a while for our meal to be ready as the tables ahead of us were served. No complaints though, it was worth the wait!
Pros: Delicious freshly prepared food, Cool atsy vibe
Cons: slow food (just be patient 🙏🏼)
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SydneyBean
Points +21
Turned away hour before closing - Edit
I was really excited to eat here during my trip to Kyoto, but when we arrived we were told that they were sold out of food and could not serve us. I don’t think that the hours need to be updated necessarily because they were continuing to serve customers when we arrived. The food looks really delicious, but I would recommend arriving at the start of their open hours to ensure that you’re able to be served.
Read moreCons: Closing early
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Aylhenia
Points +28
Pequeño restaurante de aire alternativo - Edit
Un local muy acogedor, con una decoración new wave.
Read moreMuchos platos a elegir, con menú bilingüe japonés/inglés.
El soy cutlet bowl estaba muy bueno.
El ambiente muy agradable, al parecer algunos días también hay música en directo.
No aceptan tarjetas pero si LinePay.
Repetiré seguro.
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Veganbea
Points +150
Amazing food - Edit
This is one of my favourite restaurants in Kyoto. The vegan lunch set is really delicious and costs ¥1,300 which is definitely reasonable for what you get.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-06-03
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GrayHorwitz
Points +1998
Wonderful vibe, vibrant tastes! - Edit
Got the lunch set and chai tea. Every dish was fresh with deep flavors. Really nice atmosphere and would be happy to return!
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BerniBear
Points +57
Awesome! 👍👍👍 - Edit
Very nice guy serving delicious Japanese food!! 🍱 Highly recommended!!
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SP
Points +1411
generous portion - Edit
I ordered what I thought would be just a a "donburi" but it was actually a set including soup and salad. It was all delicious and very filling! The place itself has a nice vibe, as others have already mentioned.
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CrossleyAllan
Points +109
Quiet moment friendly vibe stunning decor - Edit
Really great food on a quiet Wednesday early evening.
Read morePros: Good vegan, and glutenfree options, Cool vibe., Friendly welcome
Cons: For central city activities plan in advance., It’s worth it., Just north of the city at end of philosophy way
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cj81914
Points +621
Cozy, chill and delicious food with soul - Edit
Everything i ordered was to die for taste wise, well priced and super fresh. Cute cozy interior which is perfect i think for Aki/Autumn and winter seasons in japan! Great menu, a little slow with service but the kitchen did look super small.
Read morePros: Cool interior, Inexpensive, Delicious
Cons: Slow service
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VeganExpression
Points +1728
Vegan Nigh Life! very chilllll - Edit
I can hear someone was singing outside the door. As soon as I walked in, there was a live band! Everyone took the drink and stood up and swayed with the melody, feeling very relaxed. I ordered spring rolls, curries, fried pasta, cakes, and smoothies. Every dish is quite amazing, the spring rolls are crispy but not greasy; the curry is not too spicy, it is suitable for people who are afraid of spice but want to eat spicy like me; fried pasta is my favorite, The noodles will not be too hard or too soft, with simple vegetables, it is so delicious; also the smoothies, especially recommended berry flavor!
Read morevisit date: 2018-11
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vegskate
Points +23
Tasty n chilled - Edit
Beautiful environment, understated menu, Food was super Oishi (delicious)
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m@earthville
Points +9580
Funky and delicious - Edit
I arrived at Natural Food Village a bit early for dinner and the place was empty, which meant I got the benefit of the full attention of the one friendly young man who was on duty.
Read moreI chose one of the dinner set menus and found all seven items to be quite tasty. The small vegan cake afterward was a little on the dry side, which made it well paired with the cacao shake.
The atmosphere is cozy and funky, a sort-of backpackers-who've-been-to-India vibe. Prices are lower than many other Kyoto veg places, and especially good in light of the quality. (Cash only.)
Recommended. Enjoy!
Updated from previous review on 2018-02-06
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FoxxSau
Points +266
Vibe out at the Natural Food Village - Edit
Friendly staff, fully vegan, delicious food and cocktails. This place checks out! The atmosphere made me feel super relaxed, really cozy decor and soothing music.
Read morePros: Fantastic vegan food, Many options!, Vibes
Cons: Slight natural gas smell when food was cooked
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misusyaya
Points +510
Hippie Chill Vibe - Edit
Dim lighting, eclectic, good vibes only~
Read moreI was greeted warmly by the owner/chef. I got the dinner set meal and I was amazed by the quality of the food from a bar like this!!! I was lucky to catch the live music. If you love trippy and hippie vibe, you must stop by here :)))
Pros: Great music, Chill, Delicious Food
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MrMcBlaster
Points +44
So cool! - Edit
This place is just so cool......it’s in the artists suburb so it figures. Went there last night (Thursday, not sure if it’s like this every night) and they had a DJ spinning some chilled reggae beats to warm up the crowd.....of about 9 of us and it was almost a packed venue LOL.....for a couple of different musical acts that were playing some funky blues. Very friendly locals. Very friendly owner. Spoke a bit of English too which helped. The food was fantastic and very reasonably priced compared to the rest of the vegan places I’ve tried in Japan. I foolishly got mine take-away before I realised how epic this joint is, wish I’d stayed there all night to be honest.
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Emilieomeara
Points +168
funky, little expensive. - Edit
Really funky vegan place, friendly staff. Best banana snoothie ive ever had. I had the dinner set- im personally not a fan of mock meat or seaweed but the rest was nice, my sister had a thpe of pad thai noodle that was good. Pretty exxy but work checking out :)
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JohnChiarini
Points +29
Definitely check out this restaurant - Edit
Stumbled upon this restaurant close to the end of lunch time service. The owner/cook/bartender was happy to serve us.
Read moreFood was incredible, had 3 dishes with my family and all 3 blew us away.
Pros: Incredible vegan food
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fr00tcrunch
Points +179
A must visit! - Edit
Hidden away in the north east of kyoto, on the sneaky second floor of otherwise uninteresting apartment buildings. The place inside is like a stone cavern, all decorated with awesome memarobilia giving it such a cosy, chill feel. It feels like a getaway to a different land. The food was delicious and plenty and the shakes were creamy and satisfying.
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yannickjo
Points +65
Great hidden place - Edit
Cosy little restaurant/bar, owner makes everything himself, food was delicious!
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YokeMunLim
Points +1011
Vegan bar that opens until midnight, relaxing and unique vibe, delicious food and drinks - Edit
Natural Food Village is another one of my favorite little hideouts to relax and have a great time in Kyoto. It is probably the only vegan place in Kyoto that opens until late at night so this is always an option when all the other places are closed. I love the dimly lit space and quirky decor which is a good place to get away from your usual routine. The food and drinks are flavorful and comforting; I especially love the katsudon with a sweet and sour sauce that's so good. The tempeh chips, chijimi , rum chai and fruity beers are also delicious. The owner is the only person running the place so you might have to wait for a bit but he is the most calm and relaxed person I've met. It's almost surreal to see how zen he is when he works. Highly recommend.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2017-07-22
Pros: Fantastic food and drinks , Relaxing and otherwordky atmosphere , Opens until late at night
Cons: Service might be slow
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KinaFay
Points +69
Fantastic - Edit
This is such an amazing place to eat, do not miss on it! The chef has incredible skills with texture of the food and presentation. The fried tofu nearly scared us because we thought it was meat... Incredible and delicious, give it a try!
Read morePros: Vegan only
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