Tozentei
Japanese/Kaiseki · Kyoto · Michelin One Star
Awarded one Michelin star, Tozentei is a family-run kaiseki restaurant led by chef Toshiro Watanabe in Kyoto. Named after a venue in a short story collection by Aoki Masaru, the twelve-seat dining room serves seasonal Japanese courses. A signature dish features steamed horsehead tilefish in pickled plum broth.
Kita Ward, Kyoto (2-min walk from Kitano-Hakubaicho Station), Kyoto
- Michelin 2025
Menu
Tasting Menu
- Lunch Kaiseki Course — Multi-course kaiseki featuring signature steamed horsehead tilefish in pickled plum & powdered kelp broth. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
- Luxury Dinner Course — Features salt-baked Kyoto wagyu beef plus finest seasonal ingredients. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
- Standard Dinner Course — Seasonal Kyoto kaiseki. Ingredients selected daily at market. Menu changes daily per chef's selection.
- Popular tasting menu (7000)
Dishes
- Standard Set Menu (5000)
- Mid-range Option (7000)
- Premium Option (10000)
- April (2026)
- Michelin-Starred Lunches in Kyoto for Around (100)
- Total Seats (12)
- Directions from station (3)
- Steamed Horsehead Tilefish (Guji) — : guji steamed in pickled plum and powdered kelp broth.
The Experience
Expect an intimate atmosphere. The meal is structured around classic service.
Phone: +81 75-461-7866
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