Shigetsu: Tenryu-ji's Zen Vegetarian Restaurant
Enjoy shojin ryori (Zen vegetarian cuisine) at Shigetsu, a large temple-style restaurant surrounded by the natural beauty of Tenryu-ji's World Heritage gardens.
Shojin ryori has its origins in Chinese Zen, and was brought to Japan together with the Zen teachings during the thirteenth century.
Zen Vegetarian Cuisine [ SHIGETSU ]
As natural parts of everyday life, cooking and eating have always been regarded in Zen as forms of spiritual practice. Shojin ryori manifests this outlook in a cuisine that harmonizes with Buddhist ideals, creating satisfying, nourishing meals from fresh seasonal vegetables, herbs, and wild plants while depriving no animals of life. Enjoy cuisine at Shigetsu that both sustains the body and provides a true taste of Zen.
* Shigetsu is operated under the direct management of Tenryu-ji
| Hours | 11:00 - 14:00 |
|---|---|
| Regular holidays | Thursday |
| Seating capacity | Shigetsu can serve up to 250 guests. |
| Menu | For details click here. |
| Inquiries, reservations | For details click here. |
| Parking | Parking fee refund for up to two hours for buses and taxis. |
Menu
Tsuki (Moon) ... ¥6,500
-Rice, soup, and six side dishes-
［ Shigetsu guests must also pay the ¥500 garden admission fee.Reservations for 2 or more guests must be made at least 3 day in advance. ］
Yuki (Snow) ... ¥3,800
-Rice, soup, and five side dishes-
［ Shigetsu guests must also pay the ¥500 garden admission fee. Reservations must be made at least 2 day in advance. ］
Hana (Flower ) ... ¥9,000
-Rice, soup, and seven side dishes-
［ Shigetsu guests must also pay the ¥500 garden admission fee. Reservations for 2 or more guests must be made at least 3 day in advance. ］
* The menu changes according to the season
* There is no service charge
(Cannot be used for admission fee)
Inquiries, reservations
Please contact the Tenryu-ji Zen vegetarian cuisine section
Address: 68 Susukinobaba-cho, Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, 616-8385 JapanTel: (075) 882-9725(9:00 - 17:00) Fax: (075) 882-9726
Lunch Reservation Form for Zen Vegetarian Restaurant Shigetsu
Fully booked days , Regular holidays ❌
Notice
The MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2025 has designated Tenryu-ji's Shigetsu Zen Vegetarian Restaurant a "Bib Gourmand" -- a restaurant serving "exceptionally good food at moderate prices."
