Kyokaiseki KICHISEN （京懐石 吉泉）

Kyokaiseki KICHISEN is a Michelin-awarded renowned restaurant located in the historic Tadasu no Mori forest, a famous power spot, in Kyoto. The restaurant selects seasonal ingredients with great care and prepares them using traditional techniques inherited from the art of cha-kaiseki (tea ceremony cuisine). Each dish is a masterpiece, beautifully presented and offering a memorable taste experience.

The owner, Yoshimi Tanigawa, has been captivated by cooking since childhood and honed his skills at several prestigious restaurants. He has also studied various traditional Japanese arts, including tea ceremony, flower arrangement, and calligraphy, infusing his culinary creations with a unique aesthetic that has become the hallmark of Kyokaiseki KICHISEN's cuisine. Since opening in 1983, Kyokaiseki KICHISEN has earned numerous accolades and continues to captivate food enthusiasts worldwide.

Kyokaiseki KICHISEN’s cuisine is dedicated to drawing out the natural flavors of its ingredients. For example, in summer, the restaurant serves delicate and thin slices of sea eel, using seasonal ingredients to their fullest. The visually stunning dishes, paired with rich flavors, create a harmonious and blissful experience for all five senses.

The interior exudes the calm and elegance of ancient Kyoto, offering a serene dining atmosphere. At the counter, guests can enjoy the chef's skills up close. Private rooms are also available, making it an ideal setting for special occasions.

Surrounded by the beauty of nature across the changing seasons, guests can fully enjoy the essence of Kyoto cuisine in a truly exceptional setting.

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• Price Range:

  Lunch: USD 114.27 - USD 609.45
  Dinner: USD 228.54 - USD 609.45

• 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 your reservation time, it will be automatically canceled.

  *Arriving more than 30 minutes late will be considered a same-day cancellation. Our restaurant is located approximately 30 minutes from central Kyoto and about 45 minutes from Kyoto Station. Please allow ample time to arrive.

• Dress Code:

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

• Children:

  Available

  【Children's menu for ages 2 to 10】

  1. Children's Course A (Grilled fish): 5,500JPY/person

  2. Children's Course B (Choice of sashimi or grilled fish): 8,800JPY/person

  *For Course B, please specify your choice of sashimi or grilled fish in the request section.

  【For children under 2 years old】

  A seat charge of 1,210JPY/person applies if no meal is ordered.

  【Attention】

  Please do not include the number of children in the total number of guests when making your reservation.

  Be sure to include the following three details in the "Remarks" section of your reservation:

  1. Your child's age

  2. The number of children

  3. Your child's meal preferences

  *Please note that payment for the children's menu is to be made on site.

• Others:

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

  *Photography is allowed; however, please refrain from taking pictures of people, the interior, or using flash.

  *The current cancellation policy was updated as of 11:00 AM JST on March. 9, 2026. Please refer to the reservation page for details.