The renowned restaurant in Gion Kyoto where the cuisine Shabu-shabu originated from.
Kyo Yakiniku Hiro Pontocho
京やきにく 弘 先斗町別邸
KYOTO
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Yakiniku
Enjoy delicious wagyu beef in an exquisite atmosphere in Kyoto
- Counter Seating
- Private Room
- Group Guests (10 or More)
- Babies and Small Children
Nestled within a beautifully preserved geisha house in Kyoto with over a century of history, Yakiniku Hiro invites guests to indulge in the finest wagyu in an atmosphere of refined elegance.
Renovated in 2019, the restaurant offers counter and table seating on the first floor, with private rooms upstairs for a more intimate experience.
Yakiniku Hiro is renowned for sourcing only whole cattle, ensuring that every cut of wagyu served is of the highest quality—fresh, safe, and exceptional. At the Pontocho location, the focus is on curated wagyu courses designed to showcase the depth and variety of this celebrated beef.
While ordering individual cuts is one approach to yakiniku, the courses at Hiro elevate the experience, guiding guests through a journey of flavor and texture. From delicate comparisons of premium cuts to the harmony of expertly prepared dishes, each course offers a rare opportunity to savor the pinnacle of wagyu within Kyoto’s historic charm.
| Address | 176, Zaimokucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto |
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| Business hours | 17:00 to 23:00（Last order at 22:30） |
| Closed | None (Only closed for New Years Eve and New Years Day) |
| Directions | 5-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Subway. 5- minute walk from Sanjō Station on the Keihan Electric Railway. |
| Price | Hiro Omakase Course ￥8,000 Pontocho Omakase Course ￥6,000 |
| Seating | 86 Seats Counter Seating and Private Rooms available |
| Smoking | Prohibited (Smoking area available) |
| Children | Children are welcome. 12 years and older are required to order an adult's course. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None |
| Parking | None |
| Dresscode | Casual clothing 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 | Service Charge per person: ￥1,650 |
176, Zaimokucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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