Oku - Takatsuki

One of my favorite cafés in the world with one of my favorite deserts in the world. I was in Oku for dinner and lunch as well as over the years, and everything... read more One of my favorite cafés in the world with one of my favorite deserts in the world. I was in Oku for dinner and lunch as well as over the years, and everything was always fantastic. The service is wonderful and I was amazed that after almost a year since my last visit they remembered me and knew exactly what I wanted to order.

Probably one of my favorite foods during my 6 weeks in Japan. We went to lunch and had the meal that was about 3500, but it was worth it. There was a selection... read more Probably one of my favorite foods during my 6 weeks in Japan. We went to lunch and had the meal that was about 3500, but it was worth it. There was a selection of small dishes all independently delicious, but also complement each other. We ended up satisfied, but not tirelessly filled, perfect for an afternoon sightseeing

Random to find a nice place in Gion. You have an English menu and I had to try it. His different courses of something fine din. I let the pictures speak for the... read more Random to find a nice place in Gion. You have an English menu and I had to try it. His different courses of something fine din. I let the pictures speak for themselves

I had been wandering around looking for a cafe that was closed. I happened upon OKU and had such a wonderful experience. Warmed up with a nice smokey tea. The f... read more I had been wandering around looking for a cafe that was closed. I happened upon OKU and had such a wonderful experience. Warmed up with a nice smokey tea. The fixed lunch menu was perfect--a variety of little dishes, nice flavors, not too much food. The other diners were quite friendly and had a nice conversation with the folks at the next table.

A great set of smaller meals making up an excellent serving and one of the few restaurants that are amiable to walk ins. The staff were helpful and friendly. Co... read more A great set of smaller meals making up an excellent serving and one of the few restaurants that are amiable to walk ins. The staff were helpful and friendly. Cost wise it was on the high side but what you expect for the food, service and district.