Bote

Rather than choosing the next skewer yourself, you wait to see what arrives. At Bote, the all-you-can-eat kushikatsu course is served one skewer at a time; when you are full, you let the staff know you want to stop. Visitors describe the skewers as small and easy to eat, with a light coating. One account mentions a skewer arriving every few minutes. Instead of rushing through a large plate, you can follow the changing selection at your own pace.

Visitors have mentioned a range of fillings, including pork, prawns, yuba, quail eggs, lotus root, mochi and maitake mushrooms. Some report that the skewers vary by season or day, so an unexpected ingredient is part of the appeal of a course that unfolds as a surprise. One visitor noted that salt and sansho are available alongside a spicy sauce. Salt may suit skewers whose ingredients you want to taste plainly, while the sansho can be added to your liking.

There is also the option of adding a rice dish after working through the skewers. One visitor finished with plum ochazuke, and the menu listing also mentions it. Whether you continue with more skewers or pause for a warm final dish can shape how you end the meal. Drinks include the Kyoto daiginjo sake “Utsukushii Kamogawa”, draft beer and red or white wine by the glass. The menu also lists soft drinks and non-alcoholic options.

The all-you-can-eat course is listed as lasting 2 hours. Reservations are recommended, and visitors have reported booking by phone. If you are planning a visit, it may be worth enquiring in advance.