Isshisouden Nakamura
一子相伝 なかむら

KYOTO / Japanese Cuisine 3 Stars

Famous Kyoto Restaurant and Pride of Japan

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

Listed in the Michelin Guide as 3 Michelin Stars every year since 2011, Isshisouden Nakamura is a world-renowned restaurant known for its Kyoto Cuisine that has been passed down from generation to generation where the present 6th generation owner and chef Motokazu Nakamura has kept the essence and legacy of its Kyoto Cuisine alive today. Various local specialties are served such as fried tilefish brushed with Japanese sake, and white miso Zōni (Japanese soup with rice cake) served with spicy mustard. Walking through the doors, a serene calmness is felt in the atmosphere and you’ll feel as if you have been transported back into ancient Japan. Guests are led through the tatami rooms where they can enjoy traditional cuisine, enjoyed for generations and improved through scientific research. Isshisouden Nakamura not only aims to provide the best quality cuisine and service but also strives to promote global understanding of Washoku worldwide as a member of the Japanese Culinary Academy.

Address 〒607-8093 Oike-sagaru Tominokoji Nakagyo-ku Kyoto city
Business hours Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Last entry at 12:30 p.m.)
※Lunch is generally only on Wednesdays and Saturdays

Dinner: 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (Last entry at 18:30 p.m.)
Closed irregular holidays
Directions Kyoto Subway Tōzai Line
5 minute walk from subway Karasuma Oike station.
12 minute walk from Keihan line Sanjo station.
20 minute walk from Hankyu line Karasuma station or Kawaramachi station.
Telephone +81-75-221-5511
Price 【Lunch Menu】
¥22,000 (¥25,300)
¥33,000 (¥37,950)

【Dinner Menu】
¥33,000 (¥37,950)
¥44,000 (¥50,600)

※Restaurant service charge and tax included in the price in parentheses.
Seating All Private rooms 30 seats (Seating for groups of 2-20 people)
Smoking Prohibited
Children ※ Those 12 years old and above will be counted as an adult and is required to order an adult's course.
Wi-Fi None
Language None
Parking None (please use nearby coin-operated parking).
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.
※ Socks are required as the floor of the restaurant is tatami mats.
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 10%

〒607-8093 Oike-sagaru Tominokoji Nakagyo-ku Kyoto city

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