Ito
French-influenced Japanese cuisine might just be the future of the craft — see for yourself at this top Kyoto kaiseki restaurant.
Restaurant Details
Japanese fish with cheese!? You’ll face this and a few other major surprises on the menu at Ito, a 2021 Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant near the iconic Kyoto Tower. The chef trained in French cuisine, so you can expect some unconventional techniques and ingredients to add a burst of novelty to this traditional Japanese meal: like foie gras incorporated into dishes, or cream used to thicken and enrich sauces.
The light wood and white plaster interior reflects the modern sensibilities of the menu, while a range of premium sake is on hand to complement each of the dishes. Japanese food has always taken inspiration from foreign cuisines — from the originally Chinese tofu and soba to the European-influenced katsu and tempura — so Ito can count itself among a long tradition of Japanese restaurants which combines local tastes with international ideas in a delicious fashion.
Michelin Guide:
2021 - 1 Michelin Star
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Ito Address
112-1 Nakaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8219, Japan
Ito Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 1 week before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Restaurant location
Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.
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