Waira Tequila Ikora - 高野町

We had a veggie burger which was very nice. A small restaurant with a very kind lady, who speaks English. You should go if you are in Koya-San!

When we came to lunch at 12:30 a.m., the restaurant seemed to be still closed, but the dame was eager to sit down. it was ice cold in the restaurant. when we asked her if she could turn on the heating (that was in the middle of the room) she simply said "no oil, sorry" and went back to the kitchen. it's good if such things happen, but we wanted them to cover at least some or tee offered as we waited about 30-40 minutes for eating (we were the only guests.) the curry and burgers were delicious, but I think 1500 yen is quite expensive for a plate curry with rice and a tiny salat.

It wasn't really here to eat - it went by and it was closed on Monday afternoon. no posted hours- but clear the hours on happy cow are wrong. maybe next time someone eats there, they can ask and update for the right hours.

The cafe is run by a very friendly older lady. There are very few places in Japan where you can have a nice lunch in the middle of the woods. The burger and the curry were delicious and quite filling. A only minus point is that the place is really small and only has a few seats. Fully vegan according to the owner. Updated from previous review on 2023-05-17

Opening hours of the owner confirmed on 28. May 2023: Open 11am-4pm Wednesday to Sunday (closed on Monday and Tuesday We tried both the Vege Curry and Vege Burger, Chai and Latte with soy milk. Everything was delicious. The little bites (Pickkled Veggies etc., which came on the side, were so delicious. The café is conveniently located on the bus line directly opposite the cemetery, so a good place to eat and relax before or after a walk in the magical cemetery. As others mentioned, the café has limited seating. We sat outside by choice (no other one was in the café at the time that was beautiful. It is also operated by a person, the owner, so if it is busy, it could take some time to get your food. But waiting is worth it! Only complaint is that it is a little expensive and food can come slowly. Only cash.