Vegetarian-Friendly
'Kaiseki' MenuExperience Kaiseki with Vegetarian Options
Kaiseki is a traditional multi-course Japanese dining experience that showcases the finest seasonal ingredients, prepared with refined techniques. While many kaiseki meals naturally incorporate seafood and dashi-based broths, MACHIYA LOCALS partners with select kaiseki restaurants that offer vegetarian menus or can accommodate vegetarian requests with advance notice.
Whether you follow a vegetarian diet or simply wish to explore plant-based kaiseki dishes, our carefully selected restaurants will provide an exquisite dining experience that highlights the beauty of Japanese culinary traditions. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted meal that balances flavor, texture, and seasonality in an intimate and elegant setting.
Book a 'Vegetarian Kaiseki Dining Experience' in Kyoto, Japan
The following MACHIYA LOCALS restaurants provide kaiseki menus with vegetarian-friendly options or can adjust their courses upon request:
10 Course Chef's Omakase Kyoto Kaiseki Gion Area, Kyoto. A 10-course omakase kaiseki meal – which means that the Chef will create some of the best seasonal recommendations and cuisine for you to enjoy. Includes a main dish, tempura, grilled fish, fresh sashimi, rice dish, and more. Vegetarian accommodations available (Dashi (fish stock) cannot be substituted)
9-Course Tofu & Yuba Kaiseki Dinner with Fresh Sashimi & Seasonal Dishes
A 9-course kaiseki dinner featuring locally made tofu, fresh sashimi, silky yuba (tofu skin), a seasonal grilled dish such as fish or meat, and takikomi gohan—seasoned rice cooked with seasonal ingredients in an earthenware pot. Dessert and other seasonal dishes are also included. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
10-Course Traditional Kyoto Kaiseki A 10-course Kyoto kaiseki meal in the heart of Gion. If you’d like to try a variety of traditional Kyoto cuisine, we recommend this kaiseki course. Includes a main dish, tempura, grilled fish, fresh sashimi, rice dish, and more. Vegetarian accommodations available (Dashi (fish stock) cannot be substituted)
10-Course Specialty Kyoto Kaiseki A 10-course Specialty Kyoto Kaiseki, which includes the best seasonal dishes and traditional Kyoto cuisine for you to enjoy. Includes a main dish, tempura, grilled fish, fresh sashimi, rice dish, and more. Vegetarian accommodations available (Dashi (fish stock) cannot be substituted)
10-Course Tofu & Yuba Kaiseki Dinner
A 10-course kaiseki dinner with locally-made tofu as the main course. Enjoy it alongside silky yuba (tofu skin), a seasonal grilled dish, selection of Kyoto-style dishes, dessert, and more. (Vegan & Vegetarian options available)
10-Course Traditional Yuba Kaiseki Dinner
A traditional delicacy that is famous in Kyoto city, Japan. Savor Kyoto’s famous yuba (tofu skin) prepared in a variety of dishes with this kaiseki course dinner. (Vegetarian options available)
