Experience Exquisite, Authentic Japanese Cuisine at Tenjinmachi Murata, a Hidden Gem in Takatsuki
Takatsuki is a town located approximately halfway between Kyoto and Osaka,
two of the major tourist destinations in Japan.
It’s a quiet residential area with very few foreign tourists.
Japanese restaurant Tenjinmachi Murata is located in such a place, and offers
dishes created by a young owner who has trained at well-established
Japanese restaurants, such as Roan Kikunoi and Kashiwaya, which were
awarded two stars and three stars respectively in the Michelin Guide Kyoto and Osaka.
It is our hope to make your journey to Japan even more wonderful with special
dishes that please not just your palate, but also your eyes and ears, available only at
Tenjinmachi Murata.
Why the Experience Tenjinmachi Murata Offers is One of a Kind
With the recent growing popularity of the Japanese cuisine, many Japanese restaurants
serve
meat dishes to cater to the preference of foreigners, but we are committed to providing
traditional Japanese dishes.
They are seasoned to bring out the natural flavors of ingredients, centered around
seasonal
fish and vegetables.
Therefore, those who are trying the Japanese cuisine for the first time may find them
quite
different from any other cuisines they had in the past. However, the delicate, subtle
flavors created by incorporating the savory taste of dashi broth are the true appeal of
the
Japanese cuisine.
Savor the flavors of the authentic Japanese cuisine that are hard to find anywhere else
but
here.
Why the Experience Tenjinmachi Murata Offers is One of a Kind
You Can Savor the Authentic Flavors
We provide only eight seats at the counter in order to “have you enjoy freshly-cooked
dishes as soon as they are served, when they are most delicious” and “have you relish
our dishes with your five senses, not only with your palate, but also with your eyes,
ears, and other sensory organs.”
It’s a small restaurant, but because it’s small, it enables us to offer the best dishes
at the best timing to each one of our customers, allowing them to enjoy an exceptional,
luxurious moment.
You Can Watch the Artisan Skills Up Close
We always take care to create an atmosphere where our customers can enjoy our dishes
more comfortably and pleasantly by serving our customers in three languages, English,
Chinese, and Cantonese, by paying thorough attention, even to things you cannot see, and
by providing attentive hospitality.
The refined, simple interior featuring Japanese style designed by a famous Japanese
architect is also a must-see.
Immerse yourself in the Japanese “hospitality” reputed to be the best in the world.
You Can Experience the Japanese Atmosphere and Hospitality
As the theme of the restaurant is “experiential Japanese dining,” you can not only savor
our delicious dishes, but also please your eyes and enjoy their aroma. You will get to
see various cooking skills right before your eyes, including dried bonito shaving and
fish grilling. Food is arranged to express the four seasons of Japan on plates that are
as beautiful as works of art. We hope you enjoy our Japanese cuisine by fully using your
five senses.
This special Japanese dining experience you cannot find anywhere else will surely become
a wonderful memory of your trip.
As a Special Memory of Your Trip
Seasonal Menu
* All prices include tax
* Dishes included in multiple-course meals are the same for lunch and dinner
Kiri Course
22,000 yen
A full-course meal of a higher quality made with plenty of luxury ingredients.
It is recommended for those who are looking for a more luxurious meal.
Momiji Course
16,500 yen
This is the basic course meal at Tenjinmachi Murata, recommended especially for Japan aficionados and those who love the Japanese cuisine.
Ume Course
11,000 yen
A course meal with a smaller portion suited for the elderly and those with a small appetite or who plan on enjoying a fair amount of alcoholic beverages as well.
*
Please note that Ume Course Meal is only available during lunchtime.
House-made dessert and matcha tea are served at the end of all multiple-course meals.
In order to convey the tradition of Japan, each dish is crafted elaborately to express the
beauty of each season.
Experience the attentive hospitality unique to Japan, which encompasses not only the flavors,
but also the presentation of food, the aroma, and manners.
How to Enjoy Our Drinks
We stock wines that pair well with the Japanese cuisine, purchased from a liquor shop whose
customers include famous restaurants in the Kansai area.
If it’s your first time to try Japanese sake, tell your preference, and the owner will select
the sake recommended for you. We also offer a sake tasting experience in small portions, so
enjoy sake together with your meal.
Example of Drinks
*All prices are inclusive of tax.
*Please note that the contents may change due to availability of ingredients or
stock. Thank you for your understanding.
Sake
Reisen Tokubetsu Honjozo〈Gifu〉
990yen
served cold or warmed
Brewed in Yoro Town, known for its famous Yoro Falls and abundant
underground water.
This sake offers a refined taste similar to ginjo sake, with a
crisp, dry finish.
Yokoyama Junmai Ginjo〈Nagasaki〉
1,320yen
served cold
In 2018, the brewery revived sake brewing on Iki Island after 28
years.
This fruity and beautiful sake offers a juicy sweetness and acidity,
reminiscent of tropical fruit juices.
Matsu no Tsukasa Tokubetsu Junmai〈Shiga〉
1,320yen
served cold or warmed
Matsuse Brewery, located in Ryuo Town, is a representative sake
producer from Shiga Prefecture.
This junmai sake uses Ryuo Town-grown rice (such as Yamada Nishiki)
polished to 60%, comparable to the quality of a junmai ginjo.
With a refined aroma and a mild rice flavor, balanced with a clean
acidity, it is a distinguished sake perfect for pairing with food.
Kuruma Saka Yamahai Junmai Daiginjo〈Wakayama〉
1,650yen
served at room temperature or warmed
Brewed by a young female toji (master brewer) in her 30s, at a
brewery in Iwade City, Wakayama Prefecture.
This daiginjo sake has a gentle aroma and a refined, slightly dry
taste, developed through about three years of aging for a smooth,
elegant umami.
While it’s delicious at room temperature, it is especially
recommended to be served warm.
Jikon〈Mie〉
1,300yen～
served cold
Kiya Masamune Brewery, located in Nabari City, Mie Prefecture, is
known for consistently investing in equipment to improve
quality.
As they produce a small variety of sake with single shipments, the
specifications of Jikon change from time to time.
What type of Jikon is available will be a surprise when you
visit.
All varieties of Jikon consistently offer a vibrant, fruity flavor
with a smooth, transparent finish, and an excellent balance of
sweetness and acidity.
Kirinzan Junmai Daiginjo〈Niigata〉
2,200yen
served cold or at room temperature
This exquisite sake is made from the rice variety Gohyakumangoku,
polished to 45%,
offering a delicate and refreshing ginjo aroma with a clean,dry
taste and transparent finish.
True to its appearance, it has a smooth, light taste with a subtle,
pleasant fragrance that spreads as you take a sip.
It reveals entirely different characteristics when served cold
versus at room temperature.
Beer
Asahi Super Dry medium bottle
880yen
Sapporo Yebisu medium bottle
880yen
Non-alcoholic beer
Asahi Dry Zero small bottle
550yen
Shochu
Amakusa〈Barley〉
770yen
Manzen-an〈Sweet Potato〉
770yen
Sato Kuro〈Sweet Potato〉
770yen
Umeshu
Naryu〈Nagano〉
770yen
Whiskey
Iwai Tradition（Blended） per glass
1,100yen
Mars Komagatake（Single Malt） per glass
1,760yen
White wine
For more details, please ask the shop owner.
Red wine
For more details, please ask the shop owner.
Sparkling wine
For more details, please ask the shop owner.
Soft drinks
Oolong tea
440yen
Coca-Cola
440yen
Ginger ale
440yen
Experience the extraordinary aspects of Japan and delicious food in Takatsuki, a place filled with the charms of a small town.
As Takatsuki is a small town, unlike Kyoto or Osaka, there are few tourists and you can spend
your time leisurely.
Although it’s small, it is dotted with many places where you can feel the history and cultures
of Japan, such as ancient burial mounds, shrines, and the Shogi Hall.
Takatsuki is unique in that it allows you to experience singular, special appeals of Japan that
are not featured in guidebooks.
Another great thing about Takatsuki is that it can be added to your itinerary with ease as it is
easily
accessible from both Kyoto and Osaka.
When in Japan, be sure to experience the exceptional aspects of Japan in Takatsuki and savor the
exquisite
Japanese cuisine at our restaurant!
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Important Notices from the Restaurant
* We serve our customers in three languages, English, Chinese, and Cantonese.
* If you are allergic to or do not like certain foods,
please let us know when making a reservation and we will adjust accordingly.However,
please note that we are unable to provide vegetarian or halal dishes.
* We would appreciate it if you could refrain from wearing strong perfumes
because we hope to have you enjoy subtle flavors and aromas unique to the Japanese cuisine.
* We normally do not offer children’s menu.
We will provide one if desired, so please contact us.
Reservations & Inquiries
This is a reservation-only restaurant.
Please make a reservation on the website or by sending an email.
* Please email us if three or more people are visiting us.
Also, feel free to contact us by email if you have any concerns or questions.
〈About Reservation Cancellations〉
Email us at least two days in advance when cancelling your reservation.
Please note in advance that we charge the full amount for multiple-course meals
if cancelled on the day of your visit.