{"id":2090,"date":"2026-02-28T16:20:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T07:20:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=2090"},"modified":"2026-04-10T13:57:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T04:57:37","slug":"kyoto-future-train-kyoto-diner-cafe","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/blog\/kyoto-future-train-kyoto-diner-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"FUTURE TRAIN KYOTO DINER &amp; CAFE: The \u201cKawaii\u201d Train-Themed Dining Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/01-FT_Kv_fin_rgb.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/01-FT_Kv_fin_rgb.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/01-FT_Kv_fin_rgb-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/01-FT_Kv_fin_rgb-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">photo by Kaori Uemura<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Mjrjy aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n  <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-LdeJJ aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>For travelers seeking a memorable time in Kyoto, <strong>FUTURE TRAIN KYOTO DINER &amp; CAFE<\/strong> (FUTURE TRAIN) offers a dining experience shaped as much by imagination as by cuisine. Built around a real JR Thunderbird Limited Express train, the space combines art, light, and playful design with colorful, carefully crafted dishes. Produced by Sebastian Masuda, a pioneer of Japan\u2019s kawaii culture, it\u2019s a place where stepping inside already feels like the beginning of a journey\u2014one that unfolds across distinct spaces, changing perspectives, and an atmosphere that\u2019s both visually bold and easy to enjoy.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"p-table-of-contents js-table-of-contents lazyblock-table-of-contents-vsbM5 wp-block-lazyblock-table-of-contents\">\n  <p class=\"p-table-of-contents__heading\">Content<\/p>\n  <ul class=\"c-list p-table-of-contents__list js-table-of-contents__list\">\n  <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FUTURE TRAIN: Japan\u2019s First Restaurant on an Abandoned Elevated Railway Line<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/02-250807_future-train0228.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/02-250807_future-train0228.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/02-250807_future-train0228-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/02-250807_future-train0228-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">photo by Kaori Uemura<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-mVgwH aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n  <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-21lBmF aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Built into a 90-meter-long abandoned elevated railway line right beside JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station, <strong>FUTURE TRAIN KYOTO DINER &amp; CAFE<\/strong> is an attraction-style entertainment restaurant that opened in September 2025, blending kawaii immersive art with Kyoto-inspired diner fare. Repainted in neon pink like a retro-futuristic train carriage, the restaurant uses actual retired JR Thunderbird train cars as its centerpiece and holds the distinction of being Japan&#8217;s first restaurant built on top of elevated tracks.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1943\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/03-250807_future-train1318-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/03-250807_future-train1318-1.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/03-250807_future-train1318-1-1536x1166.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/03-250807_future-train1318-1-2048x1554.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">photo by Kaori Uemura<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-ZIJRvr aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/04-\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u30ec\u30bf\u30c3\u30c1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/04-\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u30ec\u30bf\u30c3\u30c1.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/04-\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u30ec\u30bf\u30c3\u30c1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/04-\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u30ec\u30bf\u30c3\u30c1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">photo by Kaori Uemura<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z1blwAf aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n  <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-vU0Xv aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>The overall concept\u2014&#8221;Take Me To The FUTURE&#8221;\u2014comes from the vision of Sebastian Masuda, the artist known for his vibrant explorations of color, pop culture, and emotional expression. Here, those ideas take physical form in a setting that&#8217;s equal parts playful and theatrical, yet still manages to feel like a comfortable, welcoming space to enjoy a meal. Located in the Umekoji area near Kyoto Station, the restaurant offers a refreshing contrast to the city&#8217;s traditional dining scene without feeling out of place.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Inside FUTURE TRAIN: From Platform Entrance to Dining Cars &amp; Terrace<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2016\" height=\"1512\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/05-entrance.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/05-entrance.jpg 2016w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/05-entrance-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2016px) 100vw, 2016px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-ZdL8QF aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>FUTURE TRAIN is designed to be immersive without feeling overwhelming.<\/p>\n                <p>After passing through a ticket-gate-style entrance, guests arrive on a staged platform that sets the tone for the experience ahead. Rather than a single dining room, the restaurant is arranged like a small train station, with each area offering a slightly different mood and viewpoint. Before boarding, guests pass through a whimsical \u201cticket gate\u201d where staff dressed as train station attendants offer a warm welcome. Each visitor receives a commemorative ticket that&#8217;s ceremonially clipped by hand, just like at old-fashioned railway stations, before being invited to step aboard the train.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/06-2J0A9893.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/06-2J0A9893.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/06-2J0A9893-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/06-2J0A9893-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-ZWwQhR aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>The venue occupies roughly 90 meters of elevated railway line, divided into five train cars plus platform space. Moving through the restaurant feels like walking from car to car on an actual train journey, where each space has its own distinct character and purpose.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/07-0908_DD_FT15678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/07-0908_DD_FT15678.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/07-0908_DD_FT15678-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/07-0908_DD_FT15678-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z1uJep5 aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>1. <strong>Car 1 \u201cFUTURE BIRD\u201d<\/strong> is distinguished by an art-focused installation built from a former Thunderbird lead train car, where the original        driver&#8217;s cab and instrument panels have been creatively reimagined as part of the immersive design.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/08-FT_Shop_Day_10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/08-FT_Shop_Day_10.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/08-FT_Shop_Day_10-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/08-FT_Shop_Day_10-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-fDc1G aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>2. <strong>Car 2<\/strong> is the main dining area, styled after a classic dining car and serves as the restaurant&#8217;s bustling heart.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/09-FT_Shop_Day_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/09-FT_Shop_Day_3.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/09-FT_Shop_Day_3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/09-FT_Shop_Day_3-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z14tYkP aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>3. <strong>Car 3<\/strong> is home to a semi-private party box seats for small groups of two to four, a \u201cFutureBar\u201d bar counter, plus an elevated platform seating area that frames views of Kyoto Tower and the five-storied pagoda of T\u014d-ji Temple in the distance.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z26Wkpn aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Moreover, Car 4 serves as the kitchen car\u2014the behind-the-scenes hub where all the food is prepared. Car 5 opens up into an outdoor terrace designed like a train platform, offering open-air seating where guests can relax with food and drinks.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/10-\u4eac\u90fd\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\u3068\u4e94\u91cd\u5854\u666f\u8272.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/10-\u4eac\u90fd\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\u3068\u4e94\u91cd\u5854\u666f\u8272.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/10-\u4eac\u90fd\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\u3068\u4e94\u91cd\u5854\u666f\u8272-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/10-\u4eac\u90fd\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\u3068\u4e94\u91cd\u5854\u666f\u8272-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Zc4UN2 aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FUTURE TRAIN\u2019s Courses, Sets &amp; Flexible Reservations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Zp822H aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>FUTURE TRAIN isn&#8217;t just about eye-catching and immersive interiors; the food itself is equally photogenic and Instagram-worthy. The restaurant offers several dining styles, making it easy to fit into different travel plans and appetites.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1107\" height=\"1029\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/11-AfternoonTea.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2101\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-1vBovI aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Guests looking for a fully curated experience can book the FUTURE IMAGINATION COURSE (reservation required), which combines an immersive art experience in Car 1 with a theatrical multi-course meal in Car 2. The 2-hour afternoon tea course (\u00a55,000) features a playful 13-dish afternoon tea set, while the 2.5-hour dinner course (\u00a511,000) unfolds as a seven-course meal with an aperitif.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-X1QKv aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Afternoon Tea Course<\/strong><br>Days: Saturdays and Sundays only<br>Hours: 2:00 pm \u2013 6:00 pm<\/p>\n                <p>\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Dinner Course<\/strong><br>Days: Wednesday through Sunday<br>Hours: 6:30 pm \u2013 9:00 pm<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1206\" height=\"804\" src=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/12-img_\u30d1\u30fc\u30c6\u30a3\u30fc_4000_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2102\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z1yPoLS aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Seasonal set and course menus are also available by reservation and are designed for a smooth, pre-planned meal that includes admission and service fees.<\/p>\n                <p>For travelers who prefer more flexibility, table-only reservations allow \u00e0 la carte ordering throughout the day, from lunch to late evening. There are also party plans for groups, as well as birthday and anniversary options that include celebratory touches such as special dessert plates. Whether you\u2019re visiting solo, as a couple, or with friends, there\u2019s a format that works without feeling restrictive.<\/p>\n                <p>Reservations can be made through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.futuretrain.jp\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official website<\/a>, and booking ahead is recommended especially if you&#8217;re visiting during peak travel seasons.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcd2Admission Fees, Service Charges &amp; Cashless Payments<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-1HSlEJ aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>A few practical details are worth noting before you visit:<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An admission fee applies, except for guests with coupons or repeat visitors. Children receive discounted admission, and entry is free for those under six.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A service charge applies during dinner hours, and some reservation plans include both admission and service fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The restaurant is fully cashless. Credit cards, transit IC cards, e-money, and QR payments are accepted, but cash is not, so it\u2019s best to come prepared.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Get to FUTURE TRAIN from HOTEL TAVINOS Kyoto<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z29xhE8 aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>From HOTEL TAVINOS Kyoto, the most straightforward route is via Kyoto Station.<\/p>\n                <p><strong>[By Train] <\/strong>Walk to Gojo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, about 10 minutes from the hotel, and ride one stop to Kyoto Station. From there, take the JR Sagano Line one stop to Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Use the connecting walkway, and the restaurant is about a one-minute walk from the station. Walking directly from Kyoto Station is also an option and takes around 20 minutes.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z1tva5Q aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>The Umekoji area where FUTURE TRAIN is located offers a more open and relaxed atmosphere than many of Kyoto&#8217;s busiest districts. The neighborhood is home to Umekoji Park, the <a href=\"https:\/\/hoteltavinos.com\/en\/blog\/kyoto-railway-museum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kyoto Railway Museum<\/a> and Kyoto Aquarium, making it an ideal spot for families and anyone looking for a change of pace without straying far from central Kyoto. If you&#8217;re looking to mix culture with creativity during your visit, why not consider adding it to your itinerary?<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FUTURE TRAIN KYOTO DINER &amp; CAF\u00c9<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-ZdJarS aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Address: Umekoji High Line, 3-7 Kankijicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto<br><\/p>\n                <p>Hours:<br>[Weekdays]<br>11:00 am &#8211; 4:00 pm (Last Order 3:00 pm),<br>5:00 pm &#8211; 11:00 pm (Last Order 10:00 pm)<br>[Weekends and Holidays]<br>11:00 am &#8211; 10:00 pm (Last Order 10:00 pm)<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-ZGIwLT aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Admission:<br>Adults \u00a5700,<br>Children Ages 6 &#8211; 12 \u00a5300,<br>Under 6 Free<br>*One-order minimum per guest<br>*5% service charge for dinner hours<\/p>\n                <p>Access: 1-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station, or 20-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station<br>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.futuretrain.jp\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.futuretrain.jp\/en<\/a><br>Instagram: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/futuretrain.kyoto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/futuretrain.kyoto<\/a><\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Writer<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-text-box lazyblock-text-box-Z1w3cV4 aligndefault aligndefault  wp-block-lazyblock-text-box\">\n            <p>Lisa Wallin<br>A curious sojourner, Lisa Wallin has lived in Japan for about 15 years, along with 7 other countries. 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