Kyoto Chihana - Michelin 3 Stars

Michelin 3-star Kaiseki,
Kyoto Chihana

Established in 1946, Chihana is a leader in Itamae Kappo cuisine in Japan and the world. 'Itamae' refers to a chef who cooks directly for guests in front of the counter. Kappo means 'cutting and boiling cuisine.' In addition to elaborate knife skills and various cooking methods, they are also responsible for purchasing and preparing ingredients directly. Chihana's Itamae Kappo cuisine is a small but exquisite dish like a short poem. It has also captured the attention of many literary masters such as Yasunari Kawabata, Yukio Mishima, Hideo Kobayashi, and Hiroyuki Itsuki. Chihana's ingredients change according to the changing seasons to express the seasonality of the cuisine. The dishes are also very elaborate. The dishes are large and wide in summer and deep in winter. Feel the delicacy of Japanese cuisine while tasting the carefully prepared Kaiseki cuisine that contains the season and art.

Reasons to visit

Chihana has been selected as a 3-star Michelin restaurant in Kyoto for 9 consecutive years. In addition, Chihana is 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

Taste is important, but Chihana's dishes are reminiscent of works of art. If you actually see it, you can enjoy a specially made Kaiseki that is too delicate to eat.

* The photos are for reference only and may differ from the actual dishes provided.
* The menu varies depending on the season and ingredient availability as seasonal dishes are provided.