San Bou - Koya

I tried the monk-style menu at this restaurant and it was fantastic. I inquired with the waitress about the broth, which was made with dried bonito. In addition... read more I tried the monk-style menu at this restaurant and it was fantastic. I inquired with the waitress about the broth, which was made with dried bonito. In addition to being delicious, the portions were generous and the prices were very reasonable (approximately 1400-2300 yen for a set menu). I highly recommend this place!

Located across the street from Fugenin-in temple on Senjuin dori and just half a block from the main street of Koyasan, this restaurant has menus displayed in f... read more Located across the street from Fugenin-in temple on Senjuin dori and just half a block from the main street of Koyasan, this restaurant has menus displayed in front of the entrance that say "vegetarian" in English. They serve lunch only, offering set meals with tofu, veggies, sesame tofu, barley rice mixture, rice bowls with veggies, or udon noodles. The prices are moderate and the service is quick. If Cafe Bon On Shya is closed or full, and you don't want to spend a lot for shojin ryori, this cafe is definitely worth trying for lunch or a coffee or tea break. This review was updated on Tuesday, October 15, 2013.

English menu but staff did not speak English. The mountain veggie rice pot was delicious, reminded me a bit of Hangawi in NYC. The whipped tofu over rice we did... read more English menu but staff did not speak English. The mountain veggie rice pot was delicious, reminded me a bit of Hangawi in NYC. The whipped tofu over rice we did not eat, it may not have been vegan and was just not appealing.

Nice atmosphere and tasty vegan food. read more Nice atmosphere and tasty vegan food.

Location: across the street from Fugenin-in temple on Senjuin dori;one half block from Main Street of Koyasan . There are menus displayed in front of the entran... read more Location: across the street from Fugenin-in temple on Senjuin dori;one half block from Main Street of Koyasan . There are menus displayed in front of the entrance, that say vegetarian in English. Food: lunch only. Set meals with tofu,veggies, sesame tofu, barley rice mixture, rice bowls with veggies, or udon noodles. Moderate prices and quick service.if the Cafe Bon On Shya is closed or full, and you don't want to pay a lot for shojin ryori, this cafe is worth trying for lunch or a , coffee or tea break. Updated from previous review on Tuesday October 15, 2013