Hi, I’m Thomas from the UK, now living in Kyoto.
Today I visited Torisei, a well-known restaurant with several locations — but this is the main branch in Fushimi.
It’s surrounded by traditional sake breweries, and the atmosphere is fantastic.
The building itself is a large, old-style Japanese house, giving it a very authentic feel.
The menu is extensive and fun to explore.
One unique experience here is the self-serve sake barrel, where you can pour your own drink.
It can get busy, especially on weekends, but on weekdays it’s relatively easy to visit.
Another interesting detail — in the parking area, there’s natural spring water flowing from underground.
Locals come constantly to collect it, which tells you a lot about the quality of water in this sake-producing area.
If you want to experience Fushimi’s sake culture in a relaxed setting, this is a great place to stop.
