Ten-you
Overall Score
Six Dimensions
Introduction
Ten-you is a Michelin Selected tempura restaurant in Kyoto's Nakagyo ward. Its tempura is fried in cottonseed oil for a notably light finish, with seasonal Kyoto ingredients such as mountain vegetables, pike conger, and bamboo shoots featured in courses. The refined sukiya-style setting and live counter experience add to its appeal.
Voice of Customers
Information
- Address
- 299 Shimohakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8085, Japan
- Phone
- +81 75-212-7778
Direct booking via the platforms below. Japanese phone reservation typical.
How to book
This restaurant generally accepts bookings two to four weeks out, with some weekday lunch availability closer to the date. Most online platforms will surface real-time availability, and same-week reservations are realistic for off-peak slots.
English booking platforms do not currently cover this restaurant directly — phone reservations in Japanese or a hotel concierge are the path. Walk-ins are not typically supported at this tier of restaurant; always confirm a reservation before arriving.
Frequently Asked
How do I book Ten-you?
Booking difficulty: Easy. No English-language booking platform currently covers this restaurant; an international hotel concierge can place the reservation. Lunch is typically easier than dinner to book.
What is the price range at Ten-you?
Dinner runs ¥15,000–19,999. Lunch runs ¥8,000–9,999, typically 40–60% of the dinner price. Prices are based on publicly disclosed bands; the actual bill depends on the seasonal menu, drinks, and any added courses.
Is Ten-you suitable for international visitors?
Foreign-visitor accessibility is limited. Booking and dining in Japanese is the expectation; if you do not speak Japanese, route the booking through your hotel concierge so they can flag dietary needs and confirm payment.
When is the best time to visit Ten-you?
Weekday lunch is typically the easiest reservation and the most cost-effective way to experience the kitchen. Avoid Japanese national holidays for the highest seat availability, and book at least three to four weeks in advance.