Gion Kida serves Japanese kaiseki in Kyoto’s Higashiyama Ward, with a sake program and Michelin one-star status in 2024 and 2026.
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- Address
- 570-192 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
- Phone
- +81 75-551-3923
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Kaiseki with a sake program
Kaiseki drives the Japanese cooking here, and the sake program narrows the beverage fit. Gion Kida suits a dinner planned around a formal, paced meal.
Chef’s counter in quiet service
Chef’s counter seating, quiet noise, and formal service make this a conversation-led booking. Dinner is the meal, so plan the visit around an evening service.
570-192 Gionmachi Minamigawa
570-192 Gionmachi Minamigawa places the restaurant in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto. Michelin gave it one star in 2024 and 2026, while Opinionated About Dining ranked it #603 in Japan in 2025.
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin 1 Star
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #603
Opinionated About Dining
Michelin 1 Star
Michelin
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Low Profile Address
- Special Occasion
- Chefs Counter
- Sake Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 6–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 6–10 PM
- Thursday
- 6–10 PM
- Friday
- 6–10 PM
- Saturday
- 6–10 PM
- Sunday
- 6–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Intimate counter seating in a traditional setting with a focus on the chef's performance, creating an elegant yet sometimes lively atmosphere during peak service.