Kyoto Chihana (Kaiseki Restaurant, Michelin 3 stars)

Kaiseki with 3 Michelin stars,
Kyoto Chihana

Founded in 1946, Chihana is the leader in Itamae Kappo cuisine in Japan and the world. “Itamae” refers to a chef who cooks directly for customers at the counter. Kappo means “cutting and boiling.” In addition to their delicate knife skills and various cooking methods, they are also in charge of purchasing and preparing the ingredients themselves. Chihana’s Itamae Kappo cuisine is exquisite, like a short poem. It has also attracted many literary giants such as Yasunari Kawabata, Yukio Mishima, Hideo Kobayashi, and Hiroyuki Itsuki. In order to express the seasonality of the cuisine, Chihana’s ingredients change with the seasons. The dishes used to serve the food are also very elaborate. In summer, the dishes are large and wide, and in winter, they are deep. Experience the delicacy of Japanese cuisine while savoring the elaborate kaiseki cuisine that contains the seasons and art.

Reasons to go

Chihana has been selected as a Michelin 3-star restaurant in Kyoto for 9 consecutive years. Chihana is also a leader in Itamae Kappo cuisine in Japan and the world, and is a special kaiseki that can only be enjoyed in Kyoto.

Food is a work of art

Not only is it delicious, but each dish at Chihana is reminiscent of a work of art. When you actually see it, you can enjoy a special kaiseki that is so delicately made that it’s almost a shame to eat it.

* The photo is for reference only and may differ from the actual dish served.
* Because we serve seasonal dishes, the menu may vary depending on the season and availability of ingredients.