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What kind of shop is Nishiki Hirano?
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Nishiki Hirano is a long-established delicatessen in Kyoto's Nishiki Market with a history of over 100 years. We cherish Kyoto's traditional flavors and offer handmade Kyoto specialties such as dashimaki tamago and tempura.
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What is Nishiki Hirano's signature dish?
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Our signature dish is dashimaki tamago, carefully cooked by skilled artisans. Made with dashi from bonito and kombu kelp, it is known for its soft, fluffy texture and rich dashi flavor.
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What makes the dashimaki tamago special?
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Because it is cooked with a generous amount of dashi, it has a fluffy texture and a smooth mouthfeel.
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Can I dine in at Nishiki Hirano?
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Yes. We have an eat-in space where you can relax and enjoy a variety of meals, including freshly grilled dashimaki tamago and freshly fried tempura. Drinks are also available, so please enjoy them with your meal.
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Can I have breakfast at Nishiki Hirano?
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Yes. Nishiki Hirano serves breakfast, where you can enjoy a freshly prepared meal centered around dashimaki tamago.
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What are the popular breakfast dishes at Nishiki Hirano?
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For breakfast, we offer a selection of carefully prepared dishes, including piping-hot dashimaki tamago cooked to order, smoked and seared coho salmon, Saikyo-yaki, and domestically sourced eel. You can also finish your meal with ochazuke, making for a satisfying start to the day.
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Can I visit for lunch?
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Yes. We offer lunch sets featuring dishes unique to Nishiki Hirano, such as the Dashimaki Rice Box and the Special Tempura Hirano Set.
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Do you serve tempura?
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Yes. Our tempura is fried after you order, so you can enjoy the crisp texture that only freshly fried tempura can offer.
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Is takeout available?
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Yes. At the storefront, we sell takeout items such as freshly grilled dashimaki tamago, freshly fried tempura, Dashimaki Sandwiches, and Shrimp Tempura Skewers.
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Can I stop by while sightseeing in Nishiki Market?
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Yes. Nishiki Hirano is located in Nishiki Market Shopping Street, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' making it an ideal place to enjoy Kyoto flavors during a sightseeing break.
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Do you offer items other than dashimaki tamago?
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Yes. In addition to dashimaki tamago, we offer tempura, prepared dishes, Dashimaki Sandwiches, Shrimp Tempura Skewers, and more.
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Can I visit by myself?
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Yes. With its calm atmosphere, the shop welcomes a wide range of guests, from solo diners to groups.
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Is it easy for tourists to visit?
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Yes. Located in the heart of Nishiki Market, Nishiki Hirano is a long-established Kyoto delicatessen popular with visitors from Japan and abroad. You can enjoy freshly made dishes in the shop.
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What are the opening hours?
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Breakfast is served from 8:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., lunch sets from around 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and the eat-in space is open from 8:30 a.m. until around 7:00 p.m. Service may end once items are sold out.
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Do you have regular closing days?
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We do not have fixed closing days. Please contact the shop in advance to confirm current opening information.
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What payment methods do you accept?
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We accept cash, credit cards, and QR code payments.
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How do I get to Nishiki Hirano?
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Nishiki Hirano is located at 489-1 Nakanouoya-cho, Higashi-iru, Sakaimachi-dori, Nishiki-koji, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, inside Nishiki Market Shopping Street. It is a 5-minute walk from Hankyu Karasuma Station.
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Can I make a reservation?
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Yes. We accept reservations for breakfast and lunch. Please make a reservation through our website or by phone. Telephone: 075-221-6318 (phone hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.)
