Menu to Taste

Kinobu

Kaiseki · Kyoto · Michelin One Star · Chef Takuji Takahashi

Awarded one Michelin star, Kinobu in Kyoto is led by third-generation chef Takuji Takahashi, who presents seasonal kaiseki cuisine paired with wine. Originally established as a catering business in 1935, the restaurant serves course menus featuring signature dishes like shark fin and sesame tofu hot pot.

416 Iwatoyamacho, Shinmachi-dori, Bukkouji Sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8445, Kyoto

  • Michelin 2025

Menu

Tasting Menu

  • Lunch Kaiseki Menu (5000)
  • Dinner courses begin at (15000)
  • Kaiseki Dinner (Standard) (17600)
  • Omakase Kaiseki (Premium) (22000)
  • Kaiseki Dinner (base) (15600)
  • Omakase Special (via 3rd-party booking) (43500)
  • Lunch Kaiseki Course (6000) — Full multi-course kaiseki lunch in private tatami room. Features 'Rakuchu-aji' - refined flavor of central Kyoto. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
  • Premium Omakase Dinner (22000) — Top-tier omakase kaiseki featuring the finest seasonal ingredients with innovative wine pairing by sommelier chef. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
  • Dinner Kaiseki Course (15000) — Evening kaiseki course featuring signature shark fin and sesame tofu hot pot. Innovative blend of traditional Kyoto kaiseki with French/Western techniques. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.

Dishes

  • shark fin sesame tofu hotpot
  • sesame tofu with shark fin
  • Sushi / Seafood course
  • Rice, Pickles & Miso
  • Dessert / Seasonal Sweets
  • spring vegetables
  • autumn matsutake mushrooms
  • shark's fin and sesame tofu hot pot
  • Lunch Bento Box (4950)
  • Evening Course (AutoReserve) (34100)

The Experience

An intimate room with garden or terrace dining. The meal is structured around a wine pairing. A good fit for group dining.

Phone: +81-75-352-0001

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