Review of Yuzukoboshi and Nanohana from Kintei, a long-established pickle store that originated in Kyoto. The products were purchased at the Fukagawa branch in Monzennakacho, Tokyo.

Kyoto's Pickles Restaurant Chikatame

Kyoto no Otsukemonokoro Chikatame is a long-established pickle store that originated in Kyoto. In addition to the main store in Kyoto, the store has a Kameoka factory (Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture), a Fukagawa store (Koto-ku, Tokyo), a Daimaru Tokyo store (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), and an online store. The main store and the Daimaru Tokyo store also offer meals. As of February 2022


This time, I went to the Fukagawa branch, which is mainly for sales. It is a one-minute walk from exit 1 of Monzennakacho subway station, not far from Fukagawa Fudoson.

This time, I bought the most popular product, Yuzukoboshi, and the seasonal recommendation, Nanohana. Other popular products include "Shisen Cucumber" and "Senmai Zuke".

Yuzu Koshikoshi

A signature product sold all year round at Chikatame. It contains 120g (4.23oz) and is priced at 496 yen (tax included).


The thickly cut daikon has a crispy texture. When you bite into it, you can feel the moderate saltiness, the sourness of yuzu, and the juicy sweetness. It is fragrant and has a refreshing aftertaste. It is recommended to serve it well chilled as a snack.

Rape blossoms

Lightly-pickled rape blossoms, available only in early spring. 100g (3.53oz) package, priced at 583 yen (tax included).


The mild bitterness of the rape blossoms intertwines with the broth that sizzles as you bite into it, creating a mature flavor. The crunchy texture of the rape blossoms is also pleasant, making this dish a taste of spring.


Both of these elegant pickles are lightly pickled and you can enjoy the taste of the ingredients. They are recommended as casual souvenirs for those who do not like sweets. They can be refrigerated for up to one week.