Kiyama Kyoto - 1 Michelin Star

A restaurant centered on sacred water
Kyoto Kiyama 木山

Located at the southern end of the sacred Sakaimachi exit, Restaurant Kiyama is on the same line as the city used by the Kyoto Imperial Palace. That sacred water has become the center of Restaurant Kiyama, and this sacred water is used not only in all dishes, but also in the fresh green tea that you will drink.

Seasonal flowers will greet you, and you will fall into the magic of a quiet and slowly flowing time. Feel the atmosphere of Kiyama along the stepping stones where uchimizu (Japanese purification ritual) sparkles.

Impressive harmony of courses

Kiyama pursues overall harmony rather than a single popping flavor while proceeding with all courses. Although it uses sauces that are not strong, it is characterized by the fact that the flavors of the original ingredients are deep and the identity is clear.

Adding too much flavor to good ingredients is actually a loss! Everyone knows that, right?

What kind of dish is Kaiseki?

Kaiseki refers to traditional Japanese course meals in which dishes are eaten one by one in a set order. It is often served at Japanese restaurants in luxury hotels or at high-end restaurants (Ryotei) that serve Japanese cuisine, and is often eaten at banquets or company dinners. High-quality ingredients are used to emphasize seasonality.

The course you choose may vary slightly depending on the seasonal ingredients and the freshness of the day, so visit Kiyama and look forward to seeing what kind of dishes they will serve!

Kiyama's cozy atmosphere

Like Kaiseki, which focuses on the original taste of each ingredient, the interior is clean, simple, and calm. There are a variety of seats available, from counter seats to private rooms, making it a restaurant suitable for any gathering.