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Grilled Bamboo Shoots
Tender bamboo shoots, typically grilled and seasoned simply, representing spring.
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Chirimen Sansho
Tiny dried fish cooked with fragrant sansho peppercorns.
Hamo no Kiriotoshi
Thinly sliced pike conger served in summer.
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Kyo-kaiseki
A traditional multi-course Japanese dinner featuring seasonal ingredients.
Saba Sushi
Pressed sushi made with mackerel and vinegared rice, a specialty of Kyoto.
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Grilled White Miso Marinated Fish
White miso marinated fish, grilled to achieve a savory sweetness.
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Yudofu
Tofu simmered in a light broth and served with dipping sauces.
Chilled Bean Jelly
A summer dessert featuring cool, translucent jelly with sweet fillings.
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Yatsuhashi
Kyoto's iconic sweet made from glutinous rice flour, sugar, and cinnamon.
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Matcha
Finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves