Masumasu Masuda （ますます増田）

Selected as a Michelin Guide “Selected Restaurant,” this establishment offers globally recognized quality in a calm and refined setting.

Located in a quiet machiya townhouse in Kyoto’s Nishijin district, Masumasu Masuda has been thoughtfully renovated into an intimate dining space. The chef, originally from Nikko, presents kaiseki cuisine that harmoniously blends Kyoto’s seasonal vegetables with the rich bounty of his hometown, Tochigi. Centered around seasonal Kyoto produce and premium seafood, the course also incorporates regional specialties such as Itadakimasu trout and Tochigi wagyu beef, culminating in a 10-course experience including dessert. By combining traditional techniques with a modern sensibility, the cuisine emphasizes the depth of dashi while featuring a generous use of vegetables, resulting in flavors that feel both refined and gentle on the body.

The interior features an elegant counter-only setting, where a simple yet luxurious space is complemented by a serene garden view, creating a soothing and welcoming atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy the immersive experience of watching each dish prepared right in front of them.

With warm hospitality from the chef and the proprietress—a former geiko—the restaurant offers a truly intimate and home-like ambiance. Paired with carefully selected sake and seasonal drinks, each visit promises a fresh encounter with the flavors and lingering impressions of the season.

• Price Range:

  Dinner: USD 132.09 - USD 132.09

• Dietary restrictions / Allergies:

  If you have any specific food allergies or ingredients you cannot consume, please inform us in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations if there are ingredients that you cannot eat within a wide range.

• Arrival time:

  Please arrive 5 minutes before your reserved time to ensure a timely start of your meal. If you do not contact us and exceed 30 minutes your reservation time, it will be automatically canceled.

• Dress Code:

  Dress code is smart casual (Please refrain from wearing T-shirts, shorts, and sandals when you visit.)

• Children:

  Guests aged 12 and above, and able to enjoy the course meal.

• Others:

  We kindly ask for your consideration regarding excessive perfume or fabric softener fragrances.

  Kindly also be aware that the dining experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours.