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Hachikan (はちかん)

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Kyoto-shi Kyoto USD 461.99 + Kaiseki

About Hachikan

Enjoy a luxurious time and exquisite cuisine made from seasonal ingredients in the serene village of Ohara, nestled in Rakuhoku (northern Kyoto area), which boasts pristine air, majestic mountains, and crystal-clear water.

The main building, a 250-year-old traditional thatched-roof farmhouse, has been renovated to serve as the Hachikan private villa. Here, you can relax and enjoy a leisurely time in a nostalgic Japanese atmosphere, complete with a hearth and an old-fashioned cooking stove.

We invite you to indulge in kaiseki cuisine crafted from ingredients sourced from the local area of Ohara and carefully selected from across Japan.

Menu and Courses

Lunch

A Special Kaiseki Experience with Exquisite Tableware & Traditional Tea Ceremony

[A Special Kaiseki Experience] Celebrating the Beauty of Japanese Cuisine Through Artful Tableware

Japanese cuisine embodies Japan’s unique sense of aesthetics, traditions, and respect for the seasons, including the climate and natural environment. Among its many pleasures is the appreciation of tableware—a vital element that enhances the presentation and enjoyment of the dishes. From ceramics and lacquerware to glassware, our extensive Hachikan Collection offers a diverse range of exquisite pieces, meticulously curated to enhance the seasonal flavors and aesthetic harmony of each dish.
Drawing upon the background, material, and craftsmanship behind each piece, a traveling chef, honing their craft over years of experience in Kyoto's esteemed ryotei, expertly prepares each dish with delicate presentation and meticulous care.

After your meal, immerse yourself in a serene tea ceremony (Ryūrei-style) led by a tea master, featuring matcha and traditional dry sweets served right before your eyes. The tea bowls and ceremonial utensils—ranging from Edo-period antiques to the works of emerging contemporary artists—add to the beauty and allure of this refined experience.

[Meal Course]
Appetizer, Soup, Sashimi, Main Dish, Assorted Delicacies, Grilled Dish, Simmered Dish, Rice, Dessert
*Note: Images of dishes and tableware are for illustrative purposes only. The menu and tableware will vary according to the season.

[Schedule]
12:00 PM Reception
12:15 PM Kaiseki Course
2:15 PM Tea Ceremony (Ryūrei demonstration by a tea master | Dry Sweets & Light brown matcha)
3:00 PM Event concludes
*Time may vary depending on the number of participants. + Read more
USD 461.99
Lunch

Exquisite Tea Ceremony Kaiseki Experience: Indulge in the Refined Elegance of Japan's Cultural Heritage

[Course Content]
You can experience the "Hachikan Style" tea ceremony by Hachikan's resident tea masters of four schools, and enjoy kaiseki cuisine using ingredients from Ohara, Kyoto and all over Japan, prepared by our exclusive visiting chef. It will lead you to a time to face yourself and deepen your spiritual exchange.
The tea ceremony experience will be served in the cultural asset class teahouse "Joshun". In addition, in the main building with a thatched roof that is about 250 years old, you can observe a tea master's tea ceremony in a standing ceremony, making it a plan to experience real Japanese culture.
For meals, a visiting chef who has been working at a long-established Kyoto restaurant for many years will prepare a supreme kaiseki meal. We promise to revitalize your body from the inside out, with dishes filled with the energy of nature, using fresh vegetables from Ohara and high-quality ingredients from each season in abundance.
Please enjoy the highest level of tea kaiseki cuisine prepared by a chef who has mastered the art of Japanese cuisine.

*Shuttle service: available Kyoto Municipal Subway "Kokusai Kaikan" station Reception opens 30 minutes before
・ When making a reservation, please let us know any ingredients you dislike, food allergies, and how you will come (whether you have a car or shuttle)

[Course details]
・Kaiseki cuisine (appetizer, soup, sashimi, main dish, hassun, grilled dish, slow-cooked dish, rice, dessert))
・English-speaking staff available
・Tea ceremony at the teahouse "Joshun" (thick tea and main sweets)
・Tea ceremony in the main house using the standing ceremony method (thin tea and dried sweets) + Read more
USD 461.99
Lunch

Indulge in an Exquisite Sencha Kaiseki Course Featuring Japan's Premier Gyokuro Tea

[Course Content]
Ogasawara-ryu Sencha-do Under the supervision of the head of the Ogasawara family, Hidekuni Ogasawara, we have started selling a tea and kaiseki plan where you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine using ingredients from Ohara, Kyoto and all over Japan, prepared by a chef exclusively for Hachikan who travels to the area to experience Sencha-do.
This is a very special plan that is held only on limited dates each month.

■What is Sencha-do?
It is a tea ceremony that developed in the late Edo period and was loved by literati who valued refined spirituality. It is characterized by the preparation of sencha tea using a teapot and the spirit of refreshing breeze that is a literati hobby, and is said to be a comprehensive Japanese art that incorporates various cultures such as incense, flowers, poetry, and Zen.
This time, you will taste Japan's best gyokuro, which won the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries award at the Gyokuro category of the National Tea Competition.
For your meal, a chef who has been working for many years at a long-established Kyoto restaurant will prepare the finest kaiseki cuisine. We use fresh vegetables from Ohara and high-quality seasonal ingredients in abundance, and our cuisine is full of the energy of nature, ensuring that you will be healed from the inside out.
Enjoy the finest tea kaiseki cuisine prepared by chefs who have mastered the art of Japanese cuisine.

*Pick-up service: available Kyoto Municipal Subway "Kokusai Kaikan" Station Reception opens 30 minutes before
・ When making a reservation, please let us know about any ingredients you are not good at or have any food allergies, and how you will come (whether you have a car or a pick-up service)

[Course details]
・Kaiseki cuisine (appetizer, soup, sashimi, main dish, hassun, grilled dish, slow-cooked dish, rice, dessert)
・English-speaking staff
・Ogasawara Sencha tea ceremony (Gyokuro and main sweets) at the teahouse "Joshun" + Read more
USD 461.99
Lunch

[Early Summer Limited Kaiseki Experience]Savor the Delicate Flavors of Salt-Grilled Sweetfish with a Seasonal Tea Ceremony

Welcome the flavors of early summer with a special limited-time kaiseki course centered around the prized seasonal delicacy—salt-grilled sweetfish (ayu)—expertly prepared over a traditional Japanese hearth known as an okudosan.

Ayu, known for its delicate aroma and subtle sweetness, reaches its seasonal peak between May and July. In early May, chiayu (young sweetfish) will be featured, while from mid-June onward, fully matured sweetfish will be served.

The salt-grilled preparation, which brings out the true essence of ayu, is deceptively simple yet requires a high level of culinary skill. A master chef, with years of experience at a prestigious Kyoto ryotei, will grill the fish slowly over hearth charcoal before guests’ eyes, allowing them to enjoy the contrast of crispy skin and tender, juicy flesh.

Complementing this seasonal highlight is a full Hachikan-style kaiseki course, featuring fresh vegetables from Ōhara and other premium ingredients sourced from across Japan, thoughtfully curated to reflect the season’s bounty.

After the meal, guests can immerse themselves in a serene tea ceremony (Ryūrei-style) led by a tea master, featuring Usucha (light brown matcha) and traditional seasonal wagashi served right before their eyes. Savor expertly whisked matcha and a seasonal wagashi served before them, immersing themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Japan.

[Meal Course]
Kaiseki Cuisine
Appetizer (Hassun), Soup (Owan), Sashimi (Mukozuke), Main Dish (Shiizakana), Grilled Dish (Yakimono), Simmered Dish (Takiawase), Rice, Dessert

*Note: Images of dishes and tableware are for illustrative purposes only. The menu and tableware will vary according to the season.

[Schedule – Lunch Session]
12:00 PM – Reception
12:15 PM – Kaiseki Course
2:15 PM – Tea Ceremony (Ryūrei demonstration by a tea master | Seasonal wagashi & usucha)
3:00 PM – Event concludes

*Time may vary depending on the number of participants. + Read more
USD 461.99
Dinner

A Special Kaiseki Experience with Exquisite Tableware & Traditional Tea Ceremony

[A Special Kaiseki Experience] Celebrating the Beauty of Japanese Cuisine Through Artful Tableware

Japanese cuisine embodies Japan’s unique sense of aesthetics, traditions, and respect for the seasons, including the climate and natural environment. Among its many pleasures is the appreciation of tableware—a vital element that enhances the presentation and enjoyment of the dishes. From ceramics and lacquerware to glassware, our extensive Hachikan Collection offers a diverse range of exquisite pieces, meticulously curated to enhance the seasonal flavors and aesthetic harmony of each dish.
Drawing upon the background, material, and craftsmanship behind each piece, a traveling chef, honing their craft over years of experience in Kyoto's esteemed ryotei, expertly prepares each dish with delicate presentation and meticulous care.

After your meal, immerse yourself in a serene tea ceremony (Ryūrei-style) led by a tea master, featuring matcha and traditional dry sweets served right before your eyes. The tea bowls and ceremonial utensils—ranging from Edo-period antiques to the works of emerging contemporary artists—add to the beauty and allure of this refined experience.

[Meal Course]
Appetizer, Soup, Sashimi, Main Dish, Assorted Delicacies, Grilled Dish, Simmered Dish, Rice, Dessert
*Note: Images of dishes and tableware are for illustrative purposes only. The menu and tableware will vary according to the season.

[Schedule]
17:00 PM Reception
17:15 PM Kaiseki Course
7:30 PM Tea Ceremony (Ryūrei demonstration by a tea master | Dry Sweets & Light brown matcha)
8:00 PM Event concludes
*Time may vary depending on the number of participants. + Read more
USD 461.99
Dinner

Exquisite Tea Ceremony Kaiseki Experience: Indulge in the Refined Elegance of Japan's Cultural Heritage

[Course Content]
You can experience the "Hachikan Style" tea ceremony by Hachikan's resident tea masters of four schools, and enjoy kaiseki cuisine using ingredients from Ohara, Kyoto and all over Japan, prepared by our exclusive visiting chef. It will lead you to a time to face yourself and deepen your spiritual exchange.
The tea ceremony experience will be served in the cultural asset class teahouse "Joshun". In addition, in the main building with a thatched roof that is about 250 years old, you can observe a tea master's tea ceremony in a standing ceremony, making it a plan to experience real Japanese culture.
For meals, a visiting chef who has been working at a long-established Kyoto restaurant for many years will prepare a supreme kaiseki meal. We promise to revitalize your body from the inside out, with dishes filled with the energy of nature, using fresh vegetables from Ohara and high-quality ingredients from each season in abundance.
Please enjoy the highest level of tea kaiseki cuisine prepared by a chef who has mastered the art of Japanese cuisine.

*Shuttle service: available Kyoto Municipal Subway "Kokusai Kaikan" station Reception opens 30 minutes before
・When making a reservation, please let us know any ingredients you dislike, food allergies, and how you will come (whether you have a car or shuttle)

[Course details]
・Kaiseki cuisine (appetizer, soup, sashimi, main dish, hassun, grilled dish, slow-cooked dish, rice, dessert)
・English-speaking staff available
・Tea ceremony at the teahouse "Joshun" (thick tea and main sweets)
・Tea ceremony in the main house using the standing ceremony method (thin tea and dried sweets) + Read more
USD 461.99
Dinner

[Early Summer Limited Kaiseki Experience] Savor the Delicate Flavors of Salt-Grilled Ayu (Sweetfish) with a Seasonal Tea Ceremony

Welcome the flavors of early summer with a special limited-time kaiseki course centered around the prized seasonal delicacy—salt-grilled sweetfish (ayu)—expertly prepared over a traditional Japanese hearth known as an okudosan.

Ayu, known for its delicate aroma and subtle sweetness, reaches its seasonal peak between May and July. In early May, chiayu (young sweetfish) will be featured, while from mid-June onward, fully matured sweetfish will be served.

The salt-grilled preparation, which brings out the true essence of ayu, is deceptively simple yet requires a high level of culinary skill. A master chef, with years of experience at a prestigious Kyoto ryotei, will grill the fish slowly over hearth charcoal before guests’ eyes, allowing them to enjoy the contrast of crispy skin and tender, juicy flesh.

Complementing this seasonal highlight is a full Hachikan-style kaiseki course, featuring fresh vegetables from Ōhara and other premium ingredients sourced from across Japan, thoughtfully curated to reflect the season’s bounty.

After the meal, guests can immerse themselves in a serene tea ceremony (Ryūrei-style) led by a tea master, featuring Usucha (light brown matcha) and traditional seasonal wagashi served right before their eyes. Savor expertly whisked matcha and a seasonal wagashi served before them, immersing themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Japan.

[Meal Course]
Kaiseki Cuisine
Appetizer (Hassun), Soup (Owan), Sashimi (Mukozuke), Main Dish (Shiizakana), Grilled Dish (Yakimono), Simmered Dish (Takiawase), Rice, Dessert

*Note: Images of dishes and tableware are for illustrative purposes only. The menu and tableware will vary according to the season.

[Schedule – Lunch Session]
5:00 PM – Reception
5:15 PM – Kaiseki Course
7:30 PM – Tea Ceremony (Ryūrei demonstration by a tea master | Seasonal wagashi & usucha)
8:00 PM – Event concludes

*Time may vary depending on the number of participants. + Read more
USD 461.99

*Tax and service charge to the restaurant included
*The course fee must be paid in advance, and any additional charges incurred on-site will be settled on the day.
*Please note that the price may vary depending on market conditions.
*Cost of beverages (soft drinks/alcohol) during the meal is not included in the course fee.
*Reservations are available for parties of 4 or more.

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Reservation notes

  • Price Range:

    Lunch: USD 461.99 - USD 461.99
    Dinner: USD 461.99 - USD 461.99

  • 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.

  • Dress Code:

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

  • Children:

    Consultation required ※Please consult in advance.

  • Others:

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

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Service availability

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  • halal

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    Information

    Seats 4 seats
    Operation hours Lunch : 12:00 PM -,12:30 - PM
    Dinner : 5:00 PM -, 5:30PM -
    Regular holiday Irregular Holidays
    *The restaurant may be temporarily open or temporarily closed.
    Payment methods Cash, Credit card available
    Smoking Not Allowed
    Address 108, Ohara, Toderacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
    Nearest station
    Kyoto Bus "Todera" Bus Stop
    Directions from station
    3 minutes walk from Kyoto Bus "Todera" Bus Stop
    50 minutes by car from Kyoto Station
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    Hachikan

    Jun 2

    1 guest