Awata Sanso
Japanese/Kaiseki · Kyoto · Michelin One Star · Chef Daisuke Usui
Awarded one Michelin star, executive chef Daisuke Usui delivers traditional Kaiseki cuisine in Kyoto. Housed in a 1937 sukiya-style villa, the venue features seasonal Kyo-ryori menus such as hassun platters overlooking the Sekisui Japanese garden.
2-15 Awataguchi Sanjobo-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto (Villa of Kyoto Hotel Okura), Kyoto
- Michelin 2025
Menu
Dishes
- Gohan Rice Course — Rice course at Awata Sanso — seasonal accompaniments. One Michelin star.
- Sakizuke Opening Appetizer — Opening course at Awata Sanso — seasonal sakizuke. One Michelin star.
- Owan Clear Soup — Clear dashi broth at Awata Sanso — the owan. One Michelin star.
- Yakimono Grilled Course — Grilled course at Awata Sanso — seasonal fish or meat. One Michelin star.
- Mukozuke Sashimi — Sashimi at Awata Sanso — seasonal fish. One Michelin star.
- Mizumono Seasonal Dessert — Seasonal dessert at Awata Sanso. One Michelin star.
- Hassun Seasonal Platter — Hassun at Awata Sanso — eight seasonal delicacies. One Michelin star.
- Nimono Simmered Dish — Nimono at Awata Sanso — gently simmered seasonal ingredients. One Michelin star.
Tasting Menu
- Lunch (Bento/Kaiseki) (4200)
- Dinner (Kaiseki) (20000)
- Premium Dinner Kaiseki — Highest tier kaiseki with premium seasonal ingredients. Spring features sakura garden views. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
- Lunch Kaiseki — Multi-course kaiseki lunch in private rooms with garden views. Seasonal hassun, sashimi, grilled dishes, soup, rice, dessert. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
- Dinner Kaiseki — Full evening kaiseki with 4 available tiers. Private rooms with unique designs and garden/city views. Traditional kimono service. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
Cocktails
- Hojicha Roasted Tea — Hojicha at Awata Sanso — roasted green tea after the kaiseki. One Michelin star.
- Sencha Green Tea — Uji sencha at Awata Sanso — premium green tea. One Michelin star.
The Experience
In a historic setting and with garden or terrace dining. The meal is structured around a tasting menu and classic service.
- Format: Tasting menu, Classic
- Setting: Historic, Garden / terrace
Phone: +81-75-561-4908
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