Kikunoi Honten (Kyoto)
菊乃井 本店(京都)

KYOTO / Japanese Cuisine 3 Stars4 toques

Japan's most prestigious fine-dining Japanese-style Restaurant (Michelin 3-Star)

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 3 stars
  • Gault & Millau
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch

In 2013, “Washoku” traditional Japanese cuisine was added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list and Japanese cuisine became culturally recognized around the world. Yoshihiro Murata is the head chef at Kikunoi who has made a significant contribution to this culture.
This Michelin 3-star fine-dining Japanese restaurant has a long history and has aimed to correctly inform the world about Japanese cuisine.

The origin of the restaurant’s name, “Kikunoi”, came about in the 16th century when feudal shogun lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s wife, Nene, was visiting a teahouse and when she drew water from its well, the water sprang from the well like the blossoming of chrysanthemum flowers. Thus, the name “Kikunoi” or “Chrysanthemum Well” was given to the restaurant when it opened. Kikunoi has protected this well from generation to generation and continues to use the well’s water in its cooking.

When it comes to this high-class Japanese restaurant, it is renowned for more than just its cuisine. The restaurant’s atmosphere, luxurious and refined facilities as well as it’s traditional hospitality can be enjoyed collectively at this “amusement park for the cultured”.

Savor the restaurant’s visual beauty and obtain happiness from its exquisite cuisine. Kikunoi hopes all its guests are able to fully experience the four seasons with each of their five senses in its atmosphere and facilities.

Address 459 Shimokawara-cho, Yasakatoriimae-sagaru, Shimokawara-dori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 605-0825
Business hours Lunch 12:00 to 12:30 (last entry)
Dinner 17:00 to 19:30 (last entry)
Closed Closed on the first and third Tuesdays. (closed some days during the New Year period.)
*Please note that these days may change depending on the month.
Directions 10 minutes by taxi from either Gion-Shijo Station, Kawaramachi Station or Higashiyama Subway Station
Telephone +81-75-561-0015
Price ¥33,000(¥37,950)
¥55,000(¥63,250)
¥77,000(¥88,550)
¥110,000(¥126,500)

※( ) listed price includes tax and table charge (restaurant charge)
Seating 2 floors, 10 private rooms
Seating arrangements for 2 to 40 guests
Smoking Separate smoking area available
Children Children 10 years-old and over who can eat an adult's course are welcome.
Children under the age of 9 are not allowed.
Wi-Fi None
Language None
Parking Maximum of 2 parking spaces available.

Please be advised that parking spaces are limited and is available on a first-come-first served basis. Additionally, the road leading up to the restaurant is quite narrow and can only fits cars up to a SUV size.
Please let us know in advance what type and size of car you will be arriving in and be advised that larger cars may not be able to parked.
Dresscode Smart Casual required.
※ Beach sandals, athletic wear such as sweatpants, T-shirts, tank tops, camisoles, and short pants are not permitted.
※ Guests wearing strong perfume or cologne will be denied entry.
※ Wearing of socks is required (barefoot is not allowed).
Payment method 【Advance payment for online reservation】
PayPal or Credit Card

【Payment for additional orders at the restaurant】
Cash or Credit Card
Cancellation Policy The terms for cancellations and changes may differ based on the restaurant's policies, reservation date, time, and number of guests.
Before making your reservation, please review and agree to the terms and policies listed on the reservation form.
Concierge Service Fee 15% service charge required

459 Shimokawara-cho, Yasakatoriimae-sagaru, Shimokawara-dori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 605-0825

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