Update-date: Jun 10 2024
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Kyoto
Kyoto, which boasts numerous famous spots. During the season of fresh greenery, it welcomes people with a different expression as its lush 'blue maple leaves.' After fully relaxing under the blue maple leaves that shine with various fresh greens on the approach to ancient temples and in the gardens of scenic spots, why not go eat something delicious? This time, we have gathered five convenient gourmet spots for you to visit after your stroll.
1. To-ji Temple [Nihon Ryouri YUEN]
A completely reservation-only style for one group only. Proposing encounters with genuine luxury.
A 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Toji Station, nestled close to Toji Temple surrounded by fresh green maple leaves, is [Nihon Ryouri YUEN]. This is a reservation-only restaurant where a private chef crafts a course meal using carefully selected ingredients exclusively for one group. There are many specialties showcasing the chef's skills, such as the 'Low-Temperature Cooked Black Wagyu Beef'. Why not indulge in a luxurious extraordinary experience?
The private room with a single chamber features a stunning fusuma painting of a dragon by an artist. Despite being on the second floor, it offers a view of a Japanese garden crafted by a sculptor, providing a special sense of Kyoto's charm. One of the attractions is the pairing of Swiss wines and carefully selected Japanese sake by a sake sommelier. You can enjoy a premium moment.
Nihon Ryouri YUEN
Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: By bus: Take routes 16, 18, 19, 42, 71, 78, 202, 205, 206, 207 and get off at Toji Higashimon-mae, Toji Minamimon-mae, or Kujo Omiya.
Address: 60-2, Nishikujo Hieijo-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: By bus: Take routes 16, 18, 19, 42, 71, 78, 202, 205, 206, 207 and get off at Toji Higashimon-mae, Toji Minamimon-mae, or Kujo Omiya.
Address: 60-2, Nishikujo Hieijo-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
2. Shichijo [Niku Kappo Futago THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO]
Enjoy a course meal featuring fresh Wagyu beef. The seasonal colors are also splendid!
A 3-minute walk from Keihan Shichijo Station. At [Niku Kappo Futago THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO], which offers convenient access to Chishaku-in Temple adorned with fresh green maple leaves, you can enjoy a course meal of seasonal meat kappo cuisine. Indulge in a premium dinner featuring carefully selected ingredients such as Kumamoto Prefecture's black-haired wagyu 'Waou,' the rare 'Kyoto Meat Miyabi,' and Kyoto vegetables.
Located on the first floor of THEJUNEIHOTELKYOTO, the restaurant, designed with the image of a traditional Japanese inn, offers one completely private room for up to 10 people and six semi-private rooms for 2 to 6 people. In a modern Japanese atmosphere that exudes sophistication, you can enjoy exquisite meat kaiseki cuisine. We also take pride in our selection of wines and sake, ranging from classic brands to popular varieties.
Niku Kappo Futago THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Last Entry 8:00 pm, Drink L.O. 9:30 pm) *Please note that business hours and service content (alcoholic beverages, etc.) may be temporarily changed or suspended under Kyoto Prefecture's request for shorter work hours.
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Shichijo Station
Address: 1F, THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO, 4-139, Honmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Shichijo Station
Address: 1F, THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO, 4-139, Honmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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3. Keage [NouvelleEpoque]
Enjoy innovative French cuisine spotlighting Kyoto ingredients. A moment that resonates with all five senses.
The nearest station to [NouvelleEpoque] is the subway Keage Station. This restaurant combines traditional French cuisine with the charm of Kyoto. It is a place you definitely want to visit while strolling around Eikando, which is also known for its beautiful green maple leaves. You can enjoy the wonderful harmony of seasonal Kyoto vegetables such as Horikawa burdock and Shogoin turnip, along with French ingredients like lamb and lobster.
The interior of the store on the first floor of Hotel Okura, facing the garden, is a luxurious space full of elegance. In addition to table seating, we also offer private rooms called 'salons.' The placemats, tableware, and furnishings are works by Kyoto's craft artisans. It not only offers gourmet food but also creates a blissful time that fills the heart.
New Era
Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (last order 8:00 pm) / Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (last order 2:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
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4. Gion Shijo [Soumi Kassen Junshin-an]
The charm of ingredients brought out by the skill of charcoal grilling. Creative cuisine encountered in a hidden gem in Gion
The Soumi Kassen Junshin-an, which is within walking distance from the magnificent Keninji Temple with its beautiful green maple trees, is an 8-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station. This restaurant offers creative dishes primarily based on charcoal grilling using Binchotan charcoal, featuring seasonal ingredients from both the mountains and the sea, carefully selected by the owner. You can fully enjoy the delicious flavors of meticulously chosen ingredients such as black Wagyu beef and delicacies from the Sea of Japan.
The retro interior of the renovated machiya (traditional townhouse) exudes a calm atmosphere that suits the quiet alleyway. In addition to table seating, there are also counter seats, making it easy to drop by casually. The charming touches, such as the view of the courtyard garden through the round window from the sunken kotatsu-style private rooms, are truly delightful.
Soumi Kassen Junshin-an
Open: Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm / Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
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5. [Chugoku Cuisine En'en]
In China, Jiangnan-style is also popular. Enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine casually and a variety of Chugoku.
A 6-minute walk from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station, [Chugoku Cuisine En'en] is located northeast of Kyoto Imperial Palace, making it one of the most convenient places to visit after strolling through the vast Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. You can savor authentic Chinese cuisine prepared by a chef who served as the head chef at a renowned restaurant in China. In addition to three different courses, you can also enjoy a la carte dishes casually.
The interior of the store, with its white plaster walls, is based on the traditional houses found in the water towns of the Jiangnan region in China. The Japanese owner, who holds a government-certified qualification as a 'Chinese Tea Sommelier' (評茶員), has carefully selected a wide variety of Chinese teas, creating a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy your meal. There are over 20 types of tea served in pots.
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
