Heihachi Jaya

One of Japan's oldest eateries, Heihachi Jaya, was established in 1576 and is situated on the Takano River bank in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. Famous literary works and Kyogens, traditional comedic theater productions, both featured the establishment. Heihachi Jaya has a traditional clay sauna and is also a guesthouse. Enjoy a lunch of grilled freshwater fish and barley rice while unwinding in the sauna and taking in the beauty of your surroundings. You can only have these experiences at Heihachi Jaya.

Along with Tomomi Iwakura, one of the key figures of the Meiji Restoration, Shiki Masaoka, Kyoshi Takahama, Soseki Natsume, and Rosanjin Kitaoji, many other well-known writers and artists have attended their institution. In their novels and journals, Heihachi-Jaya is mentioned. A performance called "Yamabana Tororo," which was inspired by and takes place at their restaurant is included in Mibu-Kyogen, a type of Japanese traditional performance presented annually at Mibudera-temple.

You may enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring and the vibrant maple leaves in the fall in its Japanese garden. The 400-year-old Kigyumon Gate, which was moved from a Zen Buddhist temple, is located at the entrance of Heihachi Tea House Inn. You are greeted at the gate by waiters who are dressed in vintage fashion.

Location: 8-1 Yamabana Kawagishi-Cho, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto 606-8005 Kyoto, Japan

Phone: 075-781-5008

Website: heihachi.co.jp