'Kyoto Gyoen Nakadachimikado-mon Higaki' to Begin Serving Breakfast Menu Starting July 1

Value Management Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka, Osaka; President and CEO: Jun Takhirino; hereinafter "the Company") announces that its restaurant 'Kyoto Gyoen Nakadachimikado-mon Higaki,' operated in partnership with Hokodo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kobe, Hyogo; President and CEO: Keiko Iwahata; hereinafter "Hokodo"), will begin offering a breakfast menu starting July 1, 2026. In conjunction with this, the restaurant will open two hours earlier, welcoming guests from 8:00 a.m.

About Breakfast Service

'Kyoto Gyoen Nakadachimikado-mon Higaki,' which opened in May this year under the concept of 'A Showcase of Japanese Culture Opening to the Imperial Garden,' has received favorable reviews for its menu featuring traditional Japanese cuisine and Kyoto's food culture, attracting many visitors since its opening.

Starting July 1, the restaurant will offer breakfast from 8:00 a.m., providing a premium breakfast experience that takes advantage of the refreshing morning air of Kyoto Gyoen and the unique location with terrace seating offering views of the Kyoto Imperial Palace. While many tourists and local residents begin their days early in Kyoto, there remains strong demand for high-quality breakfast venues within the city. This initiative aims to meet these needs. Additionally, by expanding operations into the early morning hours, the restaurant hopes to contribute to dispersing tourist activity throughout the day, helping to alleviate congestion during peak hours and addressing broader tourism challenges in Kyoto.

Furthermore, the café menu developed in collaboration with Hokodo—a Kyoto Uji tea company established in the Tamba era and operator of Japan's oldest coffee shop—will also be available from 8:00 a.m. This will enhance the restaurant into a destination where guests can enjoy a special morning moment surrounded by the beautiful natural setting of the Imperial Garden.

* Breakfast Menu (Starting July 1)

From 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., a limited breakfast menu will be offered, featuring dishes inspired by Kyoto's culinary traditions and Japanese cuisine.

Kyoto Thick-Cut Toast + Egg Dish, Salad Set "Yaeno Irodori" (Eightfold Colors) Musubi Set

Menu Items and Prices (Partial List)

Breakfast Menu

Description

Price (incl. tax)

Kyoto Thick-Cut Toast

A Kyoto-style breakfast that celebrates bread culture. Our carefully selected thick-sliced bread is toasted to a crisp exterior and a surprisingly soft, chewy interior. Enjoy the blissful combination of refined sweet red bean paste and melting butter, paired with your favorite beverage.

1,000 JPY

Kyoto Thick-Cut Toast + Egg Dish with Salad

Enjoy the crisp-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside 'Kyoto Thick-Cut Toast' with red bean paste and butter, complemented by an egg dish and salad. A breakfast that delights both heart and body.

1,500 JPY

Yaeno Irodori (Eightfold Colors) Musubi Set

A light and refreshing 'musubi set' featuring three small rice balls with Kyoto-style side dishes, designed for a delightful variety of flavors. Perfectly suited for a morning stroll through Kyoto Gyoen.

1,200 JPY

Café Menu (Drinks)

Price (incl. tax)

Hokodo Coffee: Koki Blend

700 JPY

Hokodo Coffee: Caffe Latte

800 JPY

Cafe Jelly Oreo

900 JPY

Kyoto Craft Cola

900 JPY

Uji Matcha Oreo

900 JPY

Hokodo Japanese Black Tea

700 JPY

Summer-Only Offering: 'Three Types of Shaved Ice' Bringing Coolness to Kyoto's Summer

Starting June 15, the restaurant will offer a limited-time summer menu: 'Three Types of Shaved Ice.' Combining classic flavors like matcha, strawberry, and mango with premium Kyoto ingredients such as Uji matcha, Kyoto ginger, and Kyoto strawberries, these shaved ice desserts are crafted into sophisticated, layered treats for adults. Surrounded by the lush greenery of Kyoto Gyoen, this 'cooling spot' offers a refreshing break during summer strolls or as a destination in itself for summer sightseeing in Kyoto. *Shaved ice will be served starting at 10:00 a.m.

Menu Item

Description

Price (incl. tax)

Kokeniwa (Moss Garden) ~Premium Matcha with Mochi~

Featuring rich Uji matcha as the star, combined with black syrup, classic red beans, and walnuts for a slightly bitter depth and complexity. The deep green hue is elegantly accented by chewy mochi.

1,500 JPY

Kogane (Golden) ~Ripe Mango with Kyoto Ginger Yogurt~

Highlighting the intense sweetness of ripe mango, layered with the sharpness of Kyoto ginger and the lightness of yogurt. A refreshing blend of fruity flavor, crisp texture, and smooth finish.

1,500 JPY

Koku Kurenai (Deep Crimson) ~Kyoto Strawberry with Condensed Milk and Azuki~

Featuring juicy, fresh strawberry flesh as the centerpiece, paired with the classic combination of condensed milk and azuki beans. A harmonious blend of sweetness, tartness, and creamy richness, delivering a vibrant, elegant dessert with a distinctly Japanese aftertaste.

1,500 JPY

Kokeniwa ~Premium Matcha with Mochi~

Kogane ~Ripe Mango with Kyoto Ginger Yogurt~

Koku Kurenai ~Kyoto Strawberry with Condensed Milk and Azuki~

Store Information: 'Kyoto Gyoen Nakadachimikado-mon Higaki'

With the concept of 'A Showcase of Japanese Culture Opening to the Imperial Garden,' the restaurant honors the dignity of the former imperial grounds through food and cultural offerings. Since May 1, 2026, it has served Kyoto-inspired Japanese lunch, and will begin offering breakfast starting July 1. Going forward, the restaurant plans to gradually expand nighttime operations (limited by date and time), host cultural education events, and accommodate MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) bookings. To meet the diverse needs of visitors, the restaurant will also introduce vegan and halal menu options and strengthen multilingual information services.

* Store Overview

· Name: Kyoto Gyoen Nakadachimikado-mon Higaki (Kyoto Imperial Garden, Nakadachimikado Gate, Higaki)

· Address: 3 Kyoto Gyoen, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture (north side of Nakadachimikado Gate)

· Opening Date: May 1, 2026

· Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Breakfast service from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. features a separate menu)

· Seating: 106 indoor seats, 36 terrace seats

About Kyoto Gyoen

Kyoto Gyoen is a 100-hectare public park centered around the Kyoto Imperial Palace, where emperors lived and governed for over a thousand years. Established after the Meiji Restoration on the former site of aristocratic residences, it now includes the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the Sento Imperial Palace, the Katsura Imperial Villa, and the Kyoto State Guest House, and is beloved by both domestic and international visitors and local residents. The park features rest areas, children's playgrounds, and sports facilities, serving as a tranquil retreat where visitors can enjoy the changing seasons.

Official Website: https://fng.or.jp/kyoto/

About Nakadachimikado Rest House

The Nakadachimikado Rest House is a public facility within the national park, offering free rest areas. Part of the space includes a restaurant and shop. Open to the general public as a convenient stop during walks, it aims to balance dignified space maintenance with user convenience.

About Hokodo Co., Ltd.

A long-established Uji tea company in Kyoto, founded during the Tenpo era (1830–1843). Hokodo cultivates and processes tea leaves at its own tea fields in Wazuka Town and operates 'Hokodo Coffee' in Motomachi, Kobe—the oldest coffee shop in Japan. While preserving traditional methods and the expertise of tea masters, Hokodo continues to innovate tea production in harmony with modern food culture.

Official Website: https://www.hokodo.co.jp/

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chashou_hokodo/

▍ About the Value Management Group

The Value Management Group, guided by the purpose of 'Weaving Culture,' aims to achieve sustainable urban development and cultural preservation by creating historical building conservation and utilization models that do not rely on public funding. Since its founding in 2005, the group has transformed historical assets—such as castles, historic sites, and cultural properties—previously seen only as 'things to view' into 'needed and used' spaces like hotels, restaurants, and unique venues. In 2015, it launched Japan's first 'distributed hotel' model, and in 2020, introduced the nation's first 'Castle Stay' concept. As of April 2026, the group manages 115 historical buildings. Starting in 2026, it will launch a new brand series, 'Kazeno Heritage,' aiming to transform travel from a 'consumption activity' into a 'stay for recovery and regeneration.' The group continues to accelerate initiatives that link regional resources to the future, balancing cultural preservation with economic revitalization.

Company Overview

Company Name: Value Management Co., Ltd. URL: https://www.vmc.co.jp/ Founded: February 14, 2005 President and CEO: Jun Takhirino Capital: 50 million JPY Address: 17F, Tower A, Grand Front Osaka, 4-20 Oyakomachi, Kita Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture Business: Conservation and utilization of historical buildings, weddings, restaurants, party & MICE events, hotel operations