Yamasho

fresh fish
processed fish
deli

Appetizing skewers are lined up in front of the shop. Many people take pictures of them. This is a fresh fish store opened by its previous owner in 1950. Yellowtail, sea bream, Spanish mackerel—the seasonal fresh fish are all freshly selected by the knowledgeable owner, who has been coming to the market for 50 years. Sardines and mackerel are cooked with ginger, and white fish is seasoned moderately and cooked in the back of the restaurant, making the most of each fish's unique flavor.

“Since we are in Kyoto, guji (tilefish: a traditional favorite of Kyoto) is our specialty all year round. Guji has a lot of water in it, so we fillet the fish and salt it as soon as possible after purchasing. It is also delicious as sashimi.”

Their skewers include spear squid with roe, scallops teriyaki, and butter-roasted scallops. They are a feast to the eye as they are to your palette.

The lineup also includes saikyo zuke (fish pickled in sweet miso) and fish boiled in soy sauce. All of the food is purchased at the Kyoto Central Wholesale Market.

Check location on Nishiki Market MAP