Key facts
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Meal Type
Lunch, Dinner
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Best for
Romantic, Business, Celebration, Fine dining, Local cuisine
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Key selling point
Kyoto's graceful ryotei culture
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Awards
Michelin
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Dietary requirements
Pescatarian
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Special Features
Private dining rooms, Tasting menu, Set menu, Notable sake list
The Restaurant
Kikunoi Honten, a venerable Kyoto institution established in 1912, offers a refined exploration of Japanese haute cuisine. Located near Kodaiji Temple in the serene Higashiyama district, the restaurant's setting reflects a commitment to both tradition and innovation. For fifteen consecutive years, Kikunoi Honten has earned three Michelin stars, a testament to chef Yoshihiro Murata's dedication to culinary artistry. The elegant garden and well-appointed ceremonial space create a gracious atmosphere, embodying the concept of *kirei sabi*—cheerful beauty within a classic form. Murata, who actively works to develop Japanese cuisine, observes that a traditional Japanese restaurant is an art gallery of the Japanese aesthetic, and the aesthetic of Kyoto is elegant simplicity. The restaurant continues to evolve while respecting tradition.
Facilities & Services
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Booking essential
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Valet Parking
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Shoes must be removed
Restaurant details
459 Shimokawara-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0825, Japan
- Monday12:00 – 12:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday12:00 – 12:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
- Thursday12:00 – 12:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
- Friday12:00 – 12:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
- Saturday12:00 – 12:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
- Sunday12:00 – 12:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Facilities & Services
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Booking essential
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Valet Parking
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Shoes must be removed
