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Gion Sushi Matsumoto
祇園 鮨まつもと
KYOTO
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Sushi
1 Star
World-renowned orthodox Edomae-style sushi which embodies the culture of Kyoto
- Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
- Starred Restaurant
- 1 Star
- Counter Seating
- Solo Diner Accepted
- Open for Lunch
Gion Sushi Matsumoto, the famed Michelin 1-Star Sushi restaurant located in the Gion district of Kyoto, is acclaimed for its uncompromising quality of orthodox Edomae-style sushi. It has established itself as a top sushi restaurant well-known to all sushi connoisseurs in Kyoto.
Both the size of and balance between the rice and toppings is impeccable, and each mouthful offers a truly unforgettable experience.
While preparations each day are strenuous, the chef serves only the freshest and most carefully selected seasonal seafood procured directly from the local market every morning. The rice is also a blend of fresh new rice and aged rice which gives it its wonderful consistency and texture.
Matsumoto offers an authentic Kyoto experience with premium sushi of the highest quality.
| Address | 570-123 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0074 |
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| Business hours | Lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 14:00 p.m.（Last order at 1:30 p.m.) Dinner: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.（Last order at 9:00 p.m.） |
| Closed | Tuesdays Lunch on Wednesdays |
| Directions | 5 minute walk from Gion Shijō Station. |
| Telephone | +81-75-531-2031 |
| Price | 【Lunch】 16,500 yen (13 Nigiri Sushi) 19,800 yen (17 Nigiri Sushi) 23,100 yen (with Appetizer and Nigiri Sushi) 【Dinner】 25,300 yen (Nigiri Sushi Only) 28,600 yen (with Appetizer and Nigiri Sushi) ※Prices include consumption tax |
| Seating | 11 Seats (7 Counter Seats and 2 Table seats which seats 2 ppl each) |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Children 12 or older who can order a course are allowed. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None |
| Parking | None (Please use the nearby coin-operated parking space). |
| 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. |
| 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 |
570-123 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0074
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