Key facts
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Meal Type
Lunch, Dinner
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Best for
Fine dining, Business, Celebration, Local cuisine
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Key selling point
Kaiseki elevated poetic dining
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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, Private dining rooms
The Restaurant
Located near the serene Shimogamo Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Kichisen offers a refined kaiseki experience that embodies the essence of Kyoto's culinary traditions. Chef Yoshimi Tanigawa, who began his culinary journey at fifteen, emphasizes seasonal ingredients, sourcing the finest produce from local markets and producers across Japan. Kichisen earned two Michelin stars in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Reflecting the Japanese aesthetic cultivated through tea ceremony and other arts, the tasting menu weaves together classic and modern ideas. The dining experience begins with "Shu Ikken," a sake offering to the gods. Each dish is meticulously crafted to appeal to all five senses, telling a story of the seasons through its flavors and presentation. Kichisen provides an authentic taste of Kyoto, where culinary artistry meets profound respect for tradition.
Restaurant details
Kyoto, Japan
- Monday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Thursday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Friday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Saturday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Sunday12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM
Facilities & Services
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Counter dining
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Booking essential
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Shoes must be removed
