From the chef
With his love for Kyoto and cooking at his core, Mr. Nishino has been introducing the unique cuisine of Kikusui to the world.
He was born in 1976 in Sabae, Fukui. Wanting to delight many people with cuisine, he began walking the chef's path. After training at famous restaurants in Kyoto when he was 18, he joined Kikusui. In 2013, he was appointed as its third head chef. During its 2018 renovation, he trained hard at a Michelin 3-star Japanese restaurant and polished his techniques. He produces Washoku Kaiseki, which combines traditions with attempts at something new. He is not afraid to take on new challenges and continues to lead the kitchen as always, with a determination to protect the food, traditions, and staff.
西野 悌司
Yasushi Nishino
Nanzenji Sando Kikusui
南禅寺参道 菊水
Help desk
Savor Japan help desk can help English-speaking foreign visitors in Japan communicate with restaurants and make reservations between 9:00 am and 9:00 pm (Japan time. This is not a toll-free number).
050-2030-4678
Shop
075-771-4101All reservations will be accepted via web form to ensure a smooth reservation process.
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English menu / Free Wi-Fi / Lunch / No smoking / Special diet / Western cutlery / Reservations / Sommelier/wine steward / course meals / Large sake selection / Large wine selection
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