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A Perfect Stop on Your Kyoto Journey：
How to reach Grill Ninjin

How to reach Grill Ninjin

Grill Ninjin is a “Yoshoku“ restaurant located in Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City.
Yoshoku is a unique style of Japanese Western cuisine that has evolved over generations in Japan. We are conveniently located near Shisen-do Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, and the Kyoto University of the Arts, and are also easily accessible from Kyoto Station. Whether you are out sightseeing or on your way home, this is the perfect spot to enjoy the authentic Yoshoku that has long been a favorite in Kyoto.

●Kyoto Station●Shinsen-do●Ginkaku-ji Temple●Kinkaku-ji Temple●Kyoto University of the Arts●Ichijoji Station●Shimogamo Shrine●Kyoto University, and other locations are all within easy reach.

Basic Information

Grill Ninjin Basic Information
Restaurant Name
Grill Ninjin
Address
51-2 Ichijōji Deguchi-chō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (Head north on
Shirakawa-dōri from Kitaoji; across from 7-Eleven,
then about 100 meters east on the street next to Second Street)
TEL/FAX
(075)711-7210
Business Hours
LUNCH 11:30 AM - Last Order 2:00 PM (Closes 2:30 PM)
DINNER 5:00 PM - Last Order 9:15 PM (Closes 10:00 PM)
Closed
Every Tuesday and the third Monday of the month (Open on national
holidays) Temporary closures during summer; closed for New Year’s holidays
Total Seating Capacity
40 seats (Counter: 17 seats, Tables: 14 seats, Tatami Room: 8 seats)
Parking space available for 6 cars

7 minute walk - from Shisendo
8 minute walk - from Ichijoji Station (Eizan Railway)
8 minute walk - from Kyoto University of the Arts
8 minute bus ride - from Ginkakuji

Online Reservations
  1. Exterior Exterior
  2. Parking space for 6 cars Parking space for 6 cars
  3. A restaurant sign A restaurant sign
  4. Entrance Entrance
  5. Interior1 Interior
  6. Interior2 Interior
  7. Japanese-style room (for up to 8 guests) Japanese-style room (for up to 8 guests)
  8. Wine seller Wine seller
  9. Wine shop Wine shop

Access from Major Landmarks

Access from Major Landmarks

  • From Kyoto Station

    Kyoto Station
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 45-55 minutes by bus

    Transportation

    [City Bus]
    Take City Bus Route 5 from “Kyoto Station (Platform A1)” → Get off at “Ichijōji Kinomoto-chō” (approx. 5-minute walk)

    Ideal Occasions

    Perfect for the first or last day of sightseeing in Kyoto, or as a destination for Western-style（Yoshoku）lunch or dinner while staying in the city.

  • From Kyoto University

    Kyoto University
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 20 minutes by bus / Approx. 30-35 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [City Bus] From the “Hyakumanben” bus stop in front of Kyoto University’s Main Gate → Take City Bus Route 31 (bound for Iwakura Depot; approx. 15 min) → Get off at “Ichijōji Shimizu-chō”→ About a 10-minute walk [On Foot] From Kyoto University’s Main Gate → Walk north along Shirakawa-dōri for about 2.3 km (approx. 30-35 minutes)

    Ideal Occasions

    For dinner after sightseeing around the Kyoto University campus (Yoshida Shrine, Kumano Shrine, etc.). A long-established Western-style (Yoshoku) restaurant easily accessible from the Hyakumanben area.

  • From Ginkaku-ji Temple

    Ginkaku-ji Temple
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 15 minutes by bus / Approx. 30-35 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [Bus] “Ginkakuji-michi” bus stop → City Bus Route 5 (bound for Iwakura) → Get off at “Ichijōji Kinomoto-chō,” then walk about 5 minutes [On Foot] Walk north along Shirakawa-dori for about 2.5 km (approx. 30-35 minutes)

    Ideal Occasions

    Perfect for taking a break with a relaxing Western-style meal (Yoshoku) while resting your tired feet after sightseeing at Ginkaku-ji and the northern end of the Philosopher’s Path.

  • From Shisen-do Temple

    Shisendo
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 10 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Exit Shisen-do and head west → Turn onto Shirakawa-dori and head south; about 10 minutes on foot

    Visiting Scenarios

    The closest spot you can easily walk to right after visiting Shinsen-do. A great place for a lunch break while sightseeing in the Ichijoji area.

  • From Manshu-in Temple

    Manshu-in
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 20-25 minutes on foot / Approx. 15-20 minutes by Eizan Railway

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Manshu-in → Head south along Shirakawa-dori via Shisen-do ; about 20-25 minutes on foot

    When to Visit

    Perfect for wrapping up a leisurely stroll through the Manshu-in and Shugaku-in areas of northern Kyoto with a relaxed dinner at dusk.

  • From Ramen Street (Ichijoji)

    Ramen Street (Ichijoji)
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 10-15 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] From Ramen Street (Higashioji-dori) → Head east toward Ichijoji Station → Walk along Shirakawa-dori for about 10 minutes

    Ideal Occasions

    For an extra meal or dessert after touring Ramen Street. Or as part of an itinerary to enjoy Ichijoji’s culinary delights before or after a Western-style (Yoshoku) lunch.

  • From the Kamo River
    (toward Demachiyanagi and
    the Kamogawa Delta)

    the Kamogawa River (toward Demachiyanagi and the Kamogawa Delta)
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx.15-20 minutes by Eizan Railway

    Transportation

    [Eizan Railway] Eizan Electric Railway “Demachiyanagi Station” → “Ichijoji Station” (3 stops, about 6 minutes) → About a 10-minute walk

    Ideal Scenarios

    After strolling along the Kamo River or taking a break at the Delta, hop on the Eizan Railway and head straight to Ichijoji for dinner. A natural part of sightseeing in northern Kyoto.

  • From Ichijoji Station (Eizan Electric Railway)

    Ichijoji Station (Eizan Electric Railway)
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 10 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Ichijoji Station (East Exit) → Cross the railroad crossing and head east toward Shirakawa-dori Approx. 10-minute walk

    Visiting Scenarios

    As a hub station for sightseeing in the Ichijoji area. For the final meal of an itinerary that includes the Ramen Street and Keibunsha(Book store)..

  • From Kyoto University of the Arts

    Kyoto University of the Arts
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 15 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Kyoto University of the Arts Main Gate → Walk north along Shirakawa-dori

    Ideal Occasions

    For a meal after university events, exhibitions, or classes. As a long-established Western-style (Yoshoku) restaurant in an area frequented by students and creators.

  • From Shugaku-in Imperial Villa

    Shugaku-in Imperial Villa
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 10-15 minutes by bus / Approx. 15-20 minutes by Eizan Railway

    Transportation

    [City Bus] 10-minute walk to the “Shugaku-in Rikyu-michi” bus stop → Take City Bus Route 5 (bound for Kyoto Station) → Get off at “Ichijoji Kinomoto-cho” → About a 5-minute walk [Eizan Railway] Eizan Electric Railway “Shugaku-in Station” → “Ichijoji Station” (1 stop, about 4 minutes) → About a 10-minute walk

    Visiting Scenarios

    For lunch after visiting Shugaku-in Imperial Villa (reservation required), or for dinner to round out an afternoon stroll in the Rakuhoku area.

  • From Enko-ji Temple

    Enko-ji Temple
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx.1 10 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Exit Enko-ji and head west → Reach Shirakawa-dori and head south; about 10 minutes on foot

    Ideal Occasions

    For lunch or dinner after a combined tour of the “Ichijoji” temple and shrine area, including Shisen-do, Hachidai Shrine, and Enko-ji.

  • From Hachidai Shrine

    Hachidai Shrine
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 10 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Exit Hachidai Shrine and head west → Turn onto Shirakawa-dori and head south

    Ideal Time to Visit

    One of the closest dining spots, within a 10-minute walk, after visiting Hachidai Shrine and Shisen-do —both associated with Miyamoto Musashi—as part of a combined tour.

  • From Konpuku-ji Temple

    Kinfuku-ji Temple
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 5 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] Exit Kinfuku-ji and head west toward Shirakawa-dori → Turn south → Grill Ninjin

    Ideal Visit Scenario

    After admiring the gardens at Konpuku-ji and Enko-ji—sites associated with Matsuo Basho and Yosa Buson—enjoy a leisurely Western-style(Yoshoku) meal here to round out your visit while reflecting on literature and history.

  • From Tanukidanisan Fudo-in

    Tanukidani-yama Fudo-in
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 20-25 minutes on foot

    Transportation

    [On Foot] From Tanukidanisan Fudo-in (entrance to the approach path) → Head down the slope toward the Ichijoji district → Head south along Shirakawa-dori

    Ideal Occasions

    Ideal for taking a leisurely break with a warm Western-style (Yoshoku) meal to recharge after a pilgrimage along a mountain path with steep slopes and many stone steps.

  • From the Philosopher’s Path

    the Philosopher’s Path
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 15-20 minutes (from the northern end of the Philosopher’s Path)

    Transportation

    [Bus] From the “Ginkakuji-michi” bus stop near the northern end of the Philosopher’s Path (toward Ginkaku-ji Temple) → Take City Bus Route 5 (bound for Iwakura; approx. 10 min) → Get off at “Ichijoji Kinomoto-chō” → About a 5-minute walk *If you are at the southern end (toward Nanzen-ji Temple), walk to the northern end or take City Bus Route 5 from a stop such as “Kinshin-rin Shako-mae”

    Visiting Scenarios

    After strolling along the Path of Philosophy from north to south, take a short bus ride from the Ginkakuji-michi bus stop to Ichijoji. This can also be part of a combined tour with Ginkaku-ji Temple.

  • From Shimogamo Shrine

    Shimogamo Shrine
    Estimated Travel Time

    Approx. 25-30 minutes

    Transportation

    [On foot + Eiden] Shimogamo Shrine → Walk south for about 15 minutes (heading south along Tadasu no Mori) → Eizan Electric Railway “Demachiyanagi Station” → “Ichijoji Station” (3 stops, approx. 6 minutes) → About a 10-minute walk

    Visiting Scenarios

    After visiting Tadasu no Mori and Shimogamo Shrine, take the Eizan Railway directly toward Ichijoji. This is the perfect way to wrap up a full-day sightseeing tour of the Rakuhoku area.

Access

  • Grill Ninjin Access Map
  • Google Map
  • By Train

    Nearest Station: Eizan Electric Railway
    “Ichijoji Station”—about a 10-minute
    walk from the East Exit

    By Car

    We have parking for 6 cars.
    Please feel free to stop by while
    sightseeing in Kyoto.

  • By Bus

    City Bus Route 31: About a 10-minute
    walk from “Ichijoji Shimizu-cho”
    City Bus Route 5: About a 5-minute
    walk from “Ichijoji Kinomoto-cho”
     *City Bus Route 5 is the most convenient major route,
    connecting Kyoto Station, Ginkakuji-michi, Ichijoji , and Shugaku-in.

Model Sightseeing Itineraries to Enjoy Kyoto-Style Western Cuisine“Yoshoku”

COURSE01

Shinsen-do → Lunch at our restaurant → Ginkaku-ji Temple

This classic sightseeing and dining itinerary takes you through the tranquil gardens of Sakyo Ward, connecting historic landmarks.

  • Shinsen-do
  • Lunch at our restaurant
  • Ginkaku-ji Temple
COURSE02

Kyoto Station → Ginkaku-ji Temple → Dinner at our restaurant

A plan that combines afternoon sightseeing in Kyoto with a relaxed Western-style (Yoshoku) dinner.

  • Kyoto Station
  • Ginkaku-ji Temple
  • Dinner at our restaurant
COURSE03

Kyoto University of the Arts → Stroll through Ichijoji → Western-style (Yoshoku) cuisine and wine

Nearest station: Eizan Electric Railway “Ichijoji Station” (about a 10-minute walk from the East Exit). After viewing an exhibition or visiting the university, raise a glass of wine while soaking in the cultural atmosphere of Ichijoji.

  • Kyoto University of the Arts
  • Stroll through Ichijoji
  • Western-style cuisine and wine

Enjoy Kyoto’s unique
“Western-style cuisine culture”
alongside your sightseeing.

While temples, shrines, and gardens tend to steal the spotlight during sightseeing in Kyoto, “Yosyoku (Western-style cuisine)”—long cherished by locals and having evolved in its own unique way—is also a culinary culture unique to Kyoto.
At Grill Ninjin, we offer a warm, welcoming space where you can take a relaxing break during your travels, along with authentic “Yoshoku”cuisine prepared with care and attention to detail.
Please enjoy a meal that will become another cherished memory of your time in Kyoto, paired with a wine selected from our on-site wine shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there parking available?
Yes. We have parking for 6 cars.
Can I walk here after visiting Shisen-do or Ginkaku-ji Temple?
Yes. Please check「Access from Major Attractions」 for details.
Where are the nearest station and bus stop?
Nearest bus stop: About a 10-minute walk from “Ichijoji Shimizu-cho” on City Bus Route 31.
About a 5-minute walk from “Ichijoji Kinomotocho” on City Bus Route 5.
How long does it take from Kyoto Station?
It takes about 45 to 55 minutes by bus.
Can I make a reservation for lunch or dinner?
Yes, you can. Please make a reservation using the “Reserve” button or by calling 075-711-7210.
Can I just visit the wine shop?
Yes, you can. Please feel free to ask our wine sommelier any questions you may have.

Please feel free to stop by
for a meal while sightseeing.

Phone Reservations

075-711-7210

Lunch: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Last Order: 2:00 PM) / Dinner: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Last Order: 9:15 PM)
Closed: Tuesdays, the third Monday of each month (open on national holidays),temporary summer closures, and year-end/New Year holidays