Mitarashi Dumplings in Kyoto are different from others! Introducing two delicious stores!

Mitarashi dumplings can be found all over Japan, captivating men and women, young and old, with or without a sweet tooth, with their sweet and savory taste. You may be thinking, "Isn't it the same no matter where you eat it? But in fact, Kyoto's Mitarashi Dumplings are different.
The size of each dumpling is smaller than those found in supermarkets and can be eaten in one bite.

There are also many long-established stores, and one of their features is that they do all their charcoal grilling the old-fashioned way, by hand.
In this issue, we would like to introduce two recommended stores for Mitarashi dumplings in Kyoto.

Table of Contents

Mitarashi Dango Koutouka

■Miyoshiya Miyono Dango

■summary

Mitarashi Dango Koutouka

Mitarashi Dango Koutouka is a dumpling shop located near Demachiyanagi Station on the Keihan Electric Railway and Eizan Electric Railway lines.
The large "Ancient City Fragrance" sign posted at the entrance is a landmark. There are several tables inside the restaurant, making it a perfect place to stop by for a short break during your trip.

The classic Mitarashi dumpling is made with a generous amount of soy sauce-colored sauce. The secret is to taste them well flavored and to take turns eating them with a cup of tea.
If you purchase two or more bottles, you can also take them out, so check it out if you are in the area to see the cherry blossoms.

In addition to Mitarashi dango, kinako (soybean flour) and kinako matcha (powdered green tea) are also available to take home.
If you eat in the restaurant, you can also choose salty dumplings such as butter soy sauce or seaweed soy sauce.
The restaurant closes when it sells out, so if you are absolutely sure you want to try it, visit at 10:30 a.m. when it opens.

Name of store:Mitarashi Dango Koutouka
Address: 17 Tanakashitoyanagi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8204, Japan
Phone number: 075-712-1939

HP:http://www.kyoto-kotoka.com/

■Totono Dango Miyoshiya

Miyoshiya Miyakono Dango" is a Mitarashi dumpling shop that has been in business for three generations.
The store is located in the Gion shopping district and is open for short hours only at night from 9:30pm to 10:30pm.
Since mail order and delivery are not available, visit the temple at night or after dinner.

All dumplings are made over charcoal, and the sweet and spicy sauce matches well with the charcoal flavor.
The warmth of a handmade product is also a memorable part of a trip to Kyoto.
When you take it home, you can have it wrapped in a bag that looks like a bamboo leaf. The mouth is cinched with a string, and the remarkable thing about this design is that you will want to carry it around with you as you wander around.

The sauce is placed at the bottom of the bag and the kinako (soybean flour) around the middle, so when eating it at your accommodation, place it on a flat table and open it gently.
Wet wipes are also a good idea, so you can enjoy the taste without worrying about sticky hands.
On a cool evening, sitting on the banks of the Kamo River and eating leisurely is also recommended.

Name of store:Miyoshiya Miyono Dango
Address: 226 Hatsukaichiken-cho, Yamato-oji Nishiiru, Shijo-dori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0077, Japan
Phone number: 075-255-0473

■ Summary

Kyoto's Mitarashi dumplings are bite-sized, easy to eat, and have an appealing savory charcoal flavor.
The stores introduced here are easily accessible from sightseeing spots and train stations, and it is easy to stop by on your way home from a trip or on your way to your accommodation.
When you travel to Kyoto, why not try the traditional Mitarashi dumplings?