Kichisen

5 Tadasu-no-mori (Morimoto-cho), Shimogamo, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto·From ¥ 7,200

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Kyoto’s seasons, served course by course in a three‑star kaiseki hideaway

Tucked on a quiet street in Shimogamo, Kyo-Kaiseki Kichisen is one of Kyoto’s enduring Michelin three‑star addresses. Chef Yoshimi Tanigawa is hailed as a master of kaiseki, and when the room is calm, he may even guide you through the proper order of each dish—like a friendly, passionate host. The menu changes monthly, translating Japan’s seasons into a gentle progression: spring’s elegance, summer’s cool clarity, autumn’s joy, and winter’s serene depth. Every plate highlights impeccable seasonal ingredients and refined technique. It’s an easy walk from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station—yet it feels like discovering a secret.

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Packages

Deluxe Kaiseki cuisine course

57,600 Yen

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Sepcial Deluxe Kaiseki cuisine lunch

A special menu prepared by the head chef, subject to change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

57,600 Yen

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Classic Kaiseki cuisine lunch

21,600 Yen

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Deluxe Kaiseki cuisine lunch

A special menu prepared by the head chef, subject to change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

28,800 Yen

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Special classic Kaiseki cuisine lunch

A special menu prepared by the head chef, subject to change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

41,800 Yen

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Classic Kaiseki cuisine course

41,800 Yen

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Sepcial Premium Kaiseki cuisine lunch

A special menu prepared by the head chef, subject to change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

50,400 Yen

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Premium Kaiseki cuisine course

A special menu prepared by the head chef, subject to change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

50,400 Yen

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kids meau（sashimi）

Sashimi, Japanese rolled omelet, chawanmushi, tempura assortment, main dish, dessert

11,600 Yen

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kids meau

7,200 Yen

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Premium Kaiseki cuisine lunch

24,500 Yen

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kids meau（grilled）

11,600 Yen

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Venue details

Name	Kichisen
Address	5 Tadasu-no-mori (Morimoto-cho), Shimogamo, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 京都府京都市左京区下鴨森本町5 Google Maps
Access by public transportation	10 minutes on foot from Demachi-yanagi Station on the Keihan line.
What's included	1. Package fee 2. Service charge 3. Japanese consumption tax 4. Reservation fee
What's not included	1. Additional charges outside the set menu 2. Other unlisted fees
Booking notes	1. Minors above 12 years old must order the adult set menu. Please take note of this. 2. Guests in the same group are required to book the same set menu. 3. The set menu contents and images are for reference only. Dishes may be subject to change; please take note of this. 4. Please select a valid reservation time. To improve the success rate of your booking, we recommend keeping a few backup dates in mind. 5. Please provide a specific and reachable contact method (an email address or a working phone number). 6. Please state the actual number of guests attending, and (if applicable) be sure to note the age of any minors in the group. 7. If applicable, please inform customer service in advance of any dietary restrictions, food allergies (including alcohol), or ingredients you cannot accept. Customer service will notify the restaurant in advance to arrange for ingredient substitutions. 8. Some restaurants have dress code requirements; please dress appropriately for your meal. 9. Please arrive at the reservation location on time. If you are more than 15 minutes late, your reservation may be cancelled.
Cancellation policy	If you cancel your reservation within 7 days before the meal, 100% of the meal fee will be charged.

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