Key facts
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Meal Type
Lunch, Dinner
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Best for
Fine dining, Local cuisine
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Key selling point
Tea ceremony-inspired menu
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Awards
Michelin
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Dietary requirements
Pescatarian
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Special Features
Tasting menu, Set menu, Notable sake list
The Restaurant
Located in the heart of Kyoto's geisha district, Gion Maruyama offers an elegant immersion into traditional kaiseki cuisine. Established over 30 years ago by chef Yoshio Maruyama, who trained in some of Kyoto's premier restaurants, the restaurant reflects the spirit of the tea ceremony, welcoming guests with gracious hospitality and seasonal ikebana arrangements. Gion Maruyama has been awarded two Michelin stars for six consecutive years, a testament to its dedication to culinary excellence. The tasting menu reflects Kyoto's customs, incorporating seasonal ingredients and traditional events like the Gion Festival. Eschewing excessive seasoning, chef Maruyama focuses on extracting the maximum natural flavor from carefully selected ingredients, appealing to all five senses.
Facilities & Services
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Booking essential
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Counter dining
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Shoes must be removed
Restaurant details
Kyoto, Japan
- Monday11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- Saturday11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Facilities & Services
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Booking essential
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Counter dining
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Shoes must be removed
