“Kyoto in forests” area, comprised from six municipalities—Kameoka City, Nantan City, Kyotamba Town, Fukuchiyama City, Ayabe City, and Keihoku in Kyoto City's Ukyo Ward—is hosting the “Forest Kyoto Game Meat Fair” again this year.
This recent years, Japan is facing a huge increase in wild birds and animals, which eat crops and damage fields, causing serious problems for farming, mountain and villages.
Therefore, “Kyoto in forests” is working effectively utilize these animals as meat, tackling wildlife damage and revitalizing the region. Participating restaurants offer game dishes in styles like Japanese, Italian, and French cuisine, and also sell processed products. This is a perfect opportunity to discover the deliciousness of game you may not have known before. Furthermore, customers who dine at one of those restaurants and complete a web survey will be entered into a lottery to win smoked venison, venison miso, or venison sausage.

[From TIC TOKYO Concierge]
The Kyoto Tamba region leverages its climate and fertile soil to cultivate many Kyoto vegetables. Winter brings the peak season for Shogoin daikon radish, Kujo green onions, and shrimp potatoes. Other vegetables also become sweeter and tasty during this season. Why not embark on a culinary journey to savor game meat and vegetables?