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Affordable Sushi Indulgence: 9 Kyoto Restaurants Offering Value-Priced Sushi for 10,000 yen or Less

"I want to enjoy sushi in Kyoto, but I'm worried about the price." Recommended for novices, here are nine restaurants where you may eat sushi for 10,000 yen or less. You can indulge in real sushi and a la carte foods in an unpretentious setting. The sushi selection is straightforward, but the ingredient selection reflects the distinctiveness of each establishment.

1. Kyoto - Sushi Eiro

Savor bluefin tuna, selected by a tuna specialist, at counter seating.

Sushi Eiro is a sushi restaurant operated by a chain that specializes in tuna. Bluefin tuna selected by the chain’s president is prepared as lean, medium-fatty, or fatty cuts, as well as rare cuts, for you to enjoy in daily specials. Other seafood is purchased at the Kyoto City Central Wholesale Market. Enjoy seasonal ingredients with sushi or sashimi, grilled dishes, tempura, and more.

5 restaurants in Kyoto where you can enjoy value-priced sushi with a budget of 10,000 yen or less / Kyoto

This restaurant opened in the summer of 2022. As you follow a narrow alley and pass through the curtain, you will find counter seating where you can relax and enjoy your meal. The relaxed atmosphere is perfect for spending time with someone special. The extensive a la carte menu allows you to choose dishes depending on your mood or the occasion.

Sushi Eiro

Open: [Sunday,Monday,Thursday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] 11:30 am - 9:00 pm (last order 8:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday,Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
Access: 6 minutes walk from Kyoto Station

Address: 573-3 Kitafudondocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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2. Saiin - Kyo Sushi Ookini

Sushi dishes with a focus on the rich flavors of fresh wild fish and pesticide-free vegetables from Kyoto.

Kyo Sushi Ookini is a sushi restaurant in Kyoto where you can find sushi made from fresh wild fish and pesticide-free vegetables from Kyoto. Featuring hand-pickled Kyoto vegetables in sushi, the Pickled Kyoto Vegetables and Sushi is a popular menu item that attracts customers from near and far. Be sure to try the Ookini Lunch, which allows you to savor authentic haute sushi cuisine at a reasonable price.

The sushi restaurant’s motto is to be traditional and casual, and babies are welcome. An appeal is the relaxing atmosphere at the counter seating, where you can converse with the owner and his wife. The best thing to enjoy with the food is the specialty sake, Ookini Cask Sake, which is an original junmai sake stored in a cask (1.8L). The sake is served in a wooden cup made by a living national treasure.

Kyo sushi Ookini

Open: [Sunday - Tuesday,Thursday - Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (last order 8:00 pm) / Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (last order 2:00 pm)
Closed: Every Wednesday. Generally, the first and third Tuesdays and Wednesdays are holidays. In October, the holidays are the 1st, 7th, 8th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, and 29th.
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Saiin Station

Address: 41 Mibu Higashi-takada-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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3. Kyoto Senryo

Located just a minute's walk from Kyoto Station, Kyoto Senryo is a restaurant where you can enjoy sushi made by skilled chefs using seasonal ingredients. In addition to ordering a la carte items, they also offer omakase sets. The most affordable option, the "Omakase Sushi Set 10 Ryo," includes seven pieces of sushi, chawanmushi (savory egg custard), and red miso soup. The "Omakase Sushi Gozen Senryo" is a more substantial set that includes nine pieces of sushi as well as tempura.

The interior, decorated with wood and washi paper and illuminated with soft lighting, creates a calming, Japanese atmosphere. Interior elements such as kumiko woodworking, lanterns, and water basins create a Kyoto-esque feel. Counter seating allows for a lively atmosphere, while private rooms designed to resemble tea rooms are available, allowing you to immerse yourself in Japanese culture while you dine.

Kyoto Senryo

Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: It is on the 1st floor of a building located near the Hachijo West Exit, a 1-minute walk from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station
Address: 1F, J'S Bldg., 48, Higashi-Kujo Muro-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Map

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4. Nijo Kizuki

Affordable Sushi Indulgence: 5 Kyoto Restaurants Offering Value-Priced Sushi for 10,000 yen or Less

Located a seven-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, Nijo Kizuki is a sushi restaurant where you can enjoy fresh, seasonal ingredients. The owner directly purchases ingredients from the market and then pre-processes them by sprinkling salt or marinating them in kelp to bring out the rich flavor of the fish. We recommend the light "Aoi Course" with six pieces of nigiri sushi, or the "Special Course" with eight pieces of nigiri sushi and a small hot pot dish.

The refreshing scent of cypress fills the air throughout the calm, Japanese-style interior. The cypress counter seats have beautiful wood grain, a texture that makes you want to touch them. You can relax and watch the master sushi chefs skillfully prepare the sushi right before your eyes. They also offer a "Children's Hand-Rolled Sushi Set" that lets children make their own sushi, making this the perfect place for families to enjoy a meal.

Nijo Kizuki

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Go to the east for approximately 15 meters along with Nijoyanagibaba Street, then on the 1st floor of the condominium on the south side facing to Nijo Street. (Across the street is [Nijo Orthopedic Clinic])
Address: 1F, Vine Oak Fine, 659, Seimeicho, Yanagibaba Higashiiru, Nijodori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Map

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5. Kyo-ryori Tategami

Located an eight-minute walk from Marutamachi Station, Kyo-ryori Tategami is a restaurant where you can dine on Kyoto cuisine prepared using traditional techniques. We recommend the lunchtime "Nigiri Sushi Zen," which includes five pieces of nigiri sushi, as well as shrimp and seasonal vegetable tempura and other seasonal dishes. At dinnertime, they also offer a kaiseki course that includes an assortment of nigiri sushi. They also have a selection of sake that pairs well with the dishes.

Although the restaurant is located on a main street, it has a tranquil space that makes you forget the hustle and bustle outside. Enter the restaurant through a small gate with a noren curtain and an approach that evokes a Kyoto atmosphere. The restaurant offers counter seating, tatami rooms, and private rooms that can accommodate small groups. The tatami rooms are equipped with tables and chairs, so you can stretch your legs out while sitting.

Kyo-ryori Tategami

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm) Open if the regular closing day is a National Holiday
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: It is near the Horikawa-Marutamachi intersection
Address: 24-1, Aburakoji-nishiiru-marutamachi, Marutamachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Map

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6. Kyoto/Gion Hikohachi

Located a 10-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station, Kyoto/Gion Hikohachi is a Japanese restaurant serving dishes made with seasonal ingredients. The owner personally visits Kyoto's Central Wholesale Market every day to source mainly wild-caught Japanese seafood. The "Hikohachi Jo-nigiri" menu features 10 fresh toppings recommended that day. There's also a "Sushi Course" featuring eight pieces of sushi, sashimi, and tempura.

The restaurant is located near Yasaka Shrine, making it a convenient stop-off point while sightseeing. Many local regulars visit the restaurant, and the relaxed atmosphere allows for a relaxing experience. The counter seats offer a casual atmosphere, allowing you to watch the displayed ingredients and the cooking process. In addition to table seating, there are also private rooms with sunken kotatsu tables that can accommodate 7-8 people, making it convenient for groups.

Kyoto/Gion Hikohachi

Open: [Sunday,Tuesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (last order 9:00 pm) / Lunch 11:45 am - 2:00 pm (last order 1:45 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
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Address: 44-16 Bishamoncho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Map

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7. Daiki-Suisan Kaiten-Zushi

Located a two-minute walk from Kyoto Station, Daiki-Suisan Kaiten-Zushi is a sushi restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood sourced from all over Japan using a unique distribution system. The signature dish is the "Tuna Fatty," which has a soft texture that melts in your mouth. The "Aurora Salmon," shipped directly from Norway, has a strong flavor. They also offer a sake tasting set.

Located at the back of Kyoto Tower Sand, this restaurant only has counter seating, making it an easy place to drop in. The homey atmosphere makes it a relaxing place for families to dine. Just watching the sushi flow past you one after another is exciting, and you'll probably have trouble deciding which one to try. It's open until 11pm, making it the perfect place for a late dinner.

Daiki-Suisan Kaiten-Zushi

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Closed: -
Average price: [Dinner] 1,400 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from the central exit of JR Kyoto Station, in Kyoto Tower
Address: 721-1, Higashishio-Koji Cho, Karasuma Dori Shichijo Sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Map

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8. Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae - Sushi Fukagawa

Sushi Fukagawa is a sushi restaurant in Kyoto that carries on the tradition of old-fashioned sushi. The restaurant’s dishes have a mild minerality as a result of using Tamba rice cooked in bonito broth and soy sauce mixed with bonito. Fresh seasonal fish are from a trusted fishmonger. Enjoy a moment of bliss as you savor the sushi, which is served on a glossy red stand that was custom-made for the restaurant by a Kyoto lacquer craftsman.

The restaurant’s cozy atmosphere is explained by the welcoming smile of the chef, Mr. Fukagawa, who “wanted this to be a place where customers feel at home.” With its vermilion accents, the counter is gorgeous and yet relaxing. Here, you can enjoy the delicacy and depth of sushi to the fullest. This is the perfect place to enjoy sushi with a glass of wine.

Sushi Fukagawa

TEL: +81-50-5384-8009
Address: 576-2 Matsumoto-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Access: 8 minutes walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station

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9. Katsura - Kikuzushi

Enjoy Deluxe Sushi with sumptuous ingredients purchased at the central market every day.

Kikuzushi is a locally owned restaurant specializing in sushi and Japanese cuisine in Katsura, Kyoto. The chef purchases fresh fish from the central market every day and prepares it as sushi and seasonal dishes. Enjoy the seasons on your plate, with bamboo shoots in the spring, conger eel in the summer and fall, and pufferfish in the winter. The best part is that you can also enjoy traditional Mackerel Sushi and pufferfish dishes such as Pufferfish Sashimi and Boiled Pufferfish.

The restaurant also has tatami rooms where you can stretch out your legs and relax, making this the perfect place for families to spend time together. You can converse in a relaxed atmosphere while enjoying dishes that capitalize on fresh seafood. Traditional boxed lunches for celebrations and Buddhist memorial services can also be ordered. The restaurant can accommodate various occasions.

Kikuzushi

Open: [Sunday - Tuesday,Thursday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm)
Closed: Wednesdays and third Thursdays (open on public holidays)
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Katsura station

Address: 13-97 Kats Ushitora-cho, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

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