Gion Duck Noodles

The Mog Champ sends his regards. We came here for lunch and the wait was about 30 mins so not too bad especially with the limited seating capacity they have inside. Their staff are both friendly and great at English as they explained the menu and the ramen once they're served. It's very ambient inside and they definitely have their own sort of atmosphere for the duck ramen. Enjoyed my yuzu duck ramen with clean broth. They give you an option to choose between how many duck breasts/thigh and clear/creamy broth too. Thanks for the lunch team! Mogliest Regards, Your Mog Champ

This place is an absolute masterpiece for duck ramen! We ordered both the broth ramen and the tsukemen, and both were so ducklicous. The broth was incredibly comforting, thick, creamy, and had a very unique flavor you won't find anywhere else. The real game changer was definitely the tsukemen served with a berry paste. It is a totally unique and genius flavor combination, truly one of a kind. Beyond the food, the restaurant has a fun and unique menu styled with emojis, and the staff did a fantastic job explaining everything with great clarity. Top tier service and unforgettable flavors, this is a must visit!

After falling in love with Gion Duck Rice, I had to check out their sister noodle spot before leaving Kyoto 🍜 Tucked in a narrow little lane — and yes, the queue literally takes up half the street 😅 (only ~10 seats inside, so expect a wait during peak hours). Menu is just as fun as the rice shop, with symbols like ❤️ 😊 marking different options. We tried both — the soup version and the dry (tsukemen). Both were unique, balanced, and seriously satisfying in their own way. And that flavoured egg… absolutely exquisite. 💯 Worth the visit ⭐️ 9/10

Delicious duck ramen. The menu is also so fun to select from as its all emojis! The staff still do a great job of explaining the menu. We ordered a creamy version and clear broth version of the duck ramen and got the duck rice as a side to be able to try the chazuke! The duck rice was slightly bland in my opinion but the chazuke makes it much better. Would highly recommend coming early (opening hours) as it is quite literally a small nook with about 9 seats. The orange duck beer was a bit disappointing and slightly over priced for what it was. That would be the only reason for the star deduction. Would definitely skip on the beers!

What an incredible find! Just a few steps away from one of Kyoto’s most crowded tourist streets, you suddenly enter a completely different world – quiet, authentic, and almost like a private Japanese neighborhood. Address: Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho 33-25, Ukyo Ward Kyoto City, Kyoto 616-8384, Japan The concept of this restaurant is already something special: the menu is minimalistic and almost entirely based on duck icons and emojis, which makes ordering surprisingly fun and unique. From the moment you arrive, you follow small duck footprints on the floor leading you to your seating area – a charming and thoughtful detail. As is traditional in Japan, you remove your shoes before entering, which adds to the authentic atmosphere. The interior is beautifully designed in a calm and elegant Japanese style, and the garden area is very well maintained and peaceful. The staff – especially the chef – were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. You can really feel the passion behind this place. And the food? Absolutely outstanding. The duck dishes were perfectly prepared, incredibly flavorful, and visually stunning. Every plate felt like a small piece of art. This is not just a meal – it’s a full experience. If you are in Kyoto, this place is a must-visit.