Restaurant
"MALA" - a word that embodies the essence of circulation.
Once a post town along the old Saba Kaidō route, Yase served as a vital crossroads where food, firewood, and charcoal were carried to the ancient capital. From this heritage, wisdom was born - to honor the natural power of every ingredient.
We carry that wisdom into the present, offering a dining experience that allows the blessings of this land to flow through body and soul, in a gentle cycle of nourishment and renewal.
At Restaurant "MALA", we carefully select the finest ingredients sourced along the historic
Saba Kaidō - the ancient route that once connected the capital with Wakasa.
From the bountiful seas of Wakasa Bay and the rich flavors of ōmi beef to the vibrant vegetables of ōhara, each ingredient carries the essence of this land's natural abundance.
Together, they create a dining experience that celebrates the profound harmony between tradition,
terroir, and taste.
An imaginative culinary experience born of woodfire.
The flicker of flames, the gentle crackle of burning logs,
the aroma of smoke, the warmth in the air -
every element stirs the senses.
Through this live, immersive cooking,
the pure essence of each carefully chosen ingredient is
revealed in its fullest expression.
Dinner
Dinner at Restaurant "MALA" is offered by advance reservation only - a woodfire course designed to capture the spirit of the Saba Kaidō through its carefully curated ingredients. From the fresh seafood of Wakasa Bay and premium ōmi beef to the vibrant vegetables of ōhara, each dish is crafted over open fire, bringing out the depth and character of every flavor.
In this intimate space - alive with the flicker of flames and the crackle of wood - you are invited to savor each moment, with beverages inclusively served to complement your experience.
*If you wish to add dinner to your stay, please contact the front desk by 4:00 p.m. on the same day. For special requests such as allergy or vegan options, kindly inform us by the day prior to your arrival.
- Opening Hours
- Two seatings: 6:00 p.m. / 7:30 p.m.
- Menu
- Course dining only
- Course Menu
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- Seasonal Appetizers - A trio of autumn mackerel delicacies
- Soup - Herbal-style Bak Kut Teh: Kyoto Tamba Highland pork spareribs simmered with a blend of medicinal herbs
- Salad - Orange-marinated scallops with ōhara garden vegetables
- Bread - Kyoto wheat baguette
- Fish Course - Crispy grilled tilefish (Amadai) with pine-cone style skin, risotto in its dashi broth, and seared Manganji peppers
- Meat Course - Woodfire-roasted wagyu beef with today's selection of ōhara vegetables
- Noodle Course - Handmade noodles by Manju
A refined bar that illuminates the night of your journey.
Here, moments unfold for you to share stories and memories -
a time reserved for quiet connection and exquisite reflection.
Enjoy your meal in a private, tranquil setting where you can relax without distraction.
An ideal space for intimate gatherings or important occasions shared among a small group.
Breakfast
Start your day in refreshing Yase with a choice of Japanese, Western, or wellness-inspired breakfast. The Japanese breakfast features clay-pot cooked rice and seasonal side dishes. The Western breakfast offers farm-fresh egg dishes accompanied by freshly baked bread from Kyoto's renowned Shinshindo bakery. The wellness breakfast includes gentle rice porridge and five colorful side dishes, designed to nurture and restore the body.
*Please note: breakfast type and time reservations are required at check-in.
- Breakfast Hours
- Three seatings: 7:30 a.m. / 8:30 a.m. / 9:30 a.m.
Japanese breakfast
Each meal is carefully prepared with Kyoto-grown rice, cooked individually in a clay pot, and served with farm-fresh eggs for a classic tamago kake gohan experience. Seasonal fish and vegetable side dishes complete this thoughtfully curated breakfast.
Western breakfast
Featuring rich, farm-fresh egg dishes, a fresh ōhara vegetable salad, Kyoto-grown sausages, and freshly baked bread from Kyoto's renowned Shinshindo bakery.
Wellness breakfast
A gentle rice porridge topped with yuba and yuzu sauce, accompanied by five colorful side dishes inspired by the Five Elements of yin and yang. This nourishing breakfast is designed to soothe the digestive system and restore balance to the body.