Kodaiji Wakuden serves luxury kaiseki in Higashiyama, with Michelin two stars in 2024, 2025, and 2026.
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- Address
- 512 Washiocho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0072, Japan
- Phone
- +81 75-533-3100
- Website
- wakuden.jp
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Luxury kaiseki under the Wakuden name
Luxury kaiseki defines Kodaiji Wakuden, a Wakuden restaurant serving kaiseki and Japanese cooking. Michelin awarded two stars in 2024, 2025, and 2026, signaling sustained formal recognition.
Grilled Crab Course, Dinner Course, and Shojin Course
Grilled Crab Course, Dinner Course, and Shojin Course give the meal a course-led frame for lunch or dinner. Local sourcing and an extended pace suit diners planning one substantial reservation.
Washiocho garden views and private dining
512 Washiocho in Higashiyama Ward pairs a historic building with garden views, private dining, and a chef’s counter. Quiet, formal service and smart casual dress make the fit more composed than casual.
Cost Snapshot
Comparable venues by cuisine and price in the same metro.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodaiji Wakuden | Higashiyama, Luxury Kaiseki | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star | |
| Ifuki | Higashiyama, Sumibi Kappo Kaiseki | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star | |
| Gion Maruyama | Higashiyama, Kyoto Kaiseki | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star | |
| Kikunoi Roan | Shimogyō, Seasonal Kyoto Kaiseki | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star | |
| Gion Matayoshi | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star | Higashiyama, Michelin 2-Star Kaiseki | |
| Gion Nishikawa | Higashiyama, Michelin-Starred Kaiseki | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin 2 Stars
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #135
Opinionated About Dining
Tabelog Bronze #191
Tabelog
La Liste Top Restaurants
La Liste
Michelin 2 Stars
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #125
Opinionated About Dining
Tabelog Bronze
Tabelog
Tabelog 100 #33 · No. 33
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - WEST - 2025
Michelin 2 Stars
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #223
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Quiet
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Classic
- Special Occasion
- Date Night
- Business Dinner
- Private Dining
- Chefs Counter
- Historic Building
- Sake Program
- Local Sourcing
- Garden
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–9 PM
- Thursday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–9 PM
- Friday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–9 PM
- Saturday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–9 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Traditional Japanese house with understated elegance, dim lighting, and serene, oasis-like calm in private rooms.