Kichi Kichi Omurice

Restaurant Details

If you've stumbled upon viral videos of a cheerful, colorful-haired chef in a beret flipping a runny omelet, then slicing it open to reveal a golden cascade of egg over ketchup-flavored fried rice, you’ve likely witnessed the magic of Yukimura Motokichi, the lively owner of Kichi Kichi — one of Kyoto’s most famous restaurants.

Tucked away in a cozy alley just minutes from Keihan Sanjo Station, Kichi Kichi has taken social media by storm with its dramatic omurice presentation. Omurice, a beloved Japanese comfort food, typically combines fried rice with a fluffy omelet on top. But at Kichi Kichi, they’ve turned this simple dish into a culinary drama.

Yukimura isn’t shy about being in the spotlight. In fact, he thrives on it. He embraces the attention with open arms, putting on a lively show for his customers. With every flip, stir and nestling of the omelet, he adds dramatic flair, complete with playful sound effects that make the experience even more entertaining Then, in one dramatic slice — voila! The golden egg spills open in a show-stopping finale that leaves guests in awe.

And if you’re craving more, they’ve got other standout dishes like beef tongue stew, creamy croquettes, and chicken cheese cutlets — all as exquisite as their famous omurice. With its viral fame, Kichi Kichi is always fully booked, so snagging a reservation is highly recommended.

Kichi Kichi Omurice Access Info

• Kichi Kichi is a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Sanjo Station or a 10-minute walk from Kyoto-kawaramachi Station

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Kichi Kichi Omurice Address

185-4 Zaimokucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8017, Japan