Menu to Taste

Gion Nanba

Kaiseki · Kyoto · Michelin One Star · Chef Nanba

Awarded one Michelin star, Gion Nanba in Kyoto offers traditional Kyo-Kaiseki prepared by chef Osamu Nanba. Located off a narrow Gion alley near Yasaka Shrine, the intimate space features counter seating where guests observe the preparation of seasonal multi-course menus served on antique ceramics.

Gion, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto (5-min walk from Gion-Shijo Station), Kyoto

  • Michelin 2025

Menu

Dishes

  • Mizumono Seasonal Dessert — Seasonal dessert at Gion Nanba by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Lunch Course (11000)
  • Mukozuke Sashimi — Sashimi at Gion Nanba — seasonal fish by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Gohan Rice Course — Rice course at Gion Nanba — seasonal accompaniments by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Owan Clear Soup — Clear dashi broth at Gion Nanba — the owan by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Hassun Seasonal Platter — Hassun at Gion Nanba — eight seasonal delicacies by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Nimono Simmered Dish — Nimono at Gion Nanba — gently simmered seasonal ingredients by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Sakizuke Opening Appetizer — Opening course at Gion Nanba — seasonal sakizuke by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Yakimono Grilled Course — Grilled course at Gion Nanba — seasonal fish or meat by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.

Tasting Menu

  • Ultimate (25000)
  • Mini-Kaiseki (Lunch Only) (8000)
  • Standard Kaiseki course (15000)
  • Standard (15000)
  • Standard Kaiseki (15000)
  • Premium Kaiseki (20000)
  • Most Premium Kaiseki (25000)

Cocktails

  • Matcha — Ceremonial matcha
  • Sencha Green Tea — Uji sencha at Gion Nanba — premium green tea by Chef Nanba in Gion. One Michelin star.
  • Hojicha Roasted Tea — Hojicha at Gion Nanba — roasted green tea after Chef Nanba's kaiseki in Gion. One Michelin star.

Wines

  • Premium Sake Selection — Curated sake menu paired with kaiseki courses.

The Experience

An intimate room built around the chef's counter and in a hidden location. The meal is structured around a tasting menu.

Phone: +81 75-525-0768

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