Sakuragawa
Get into the kaiseki and kappo cuisine at this refined yet traditional Kyoto-style restaurant located in the downtown area of the city.
Restaurant Details
You can find this traditional restaurant in downtown Kyoto. Sakuragawa is not only famous among the locals of the city but also with everyone else in Japan as well as visiting tourists. It offers both kaiseki and kappo cuisine — kaiseki is the more formal and classic style of Japanese dining where the dishes served in a course are artfully presented, while kappo cuisine is also based on ceremonial feasting, but is less formal, emphasizing the relationship between the chef and the guest.
Sakuragawa is perfect for those who are interested in the culinary world of kaiseki cuisine. The chef hand-selects ingredients that are in season and prepares them for the guests in a traditional way that’s unique to the restaurant.
It’s advised to reserve well in advance as Sakuragawa is known to be booked up.
Michelin Guide:
2021-2023 - 1 Michelin Star
Sakuragawa Access Info
Sakuragawa is a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line.
Sakuragawa Phone Number
Sakuragawa Business Days
Sakuragawa Address
1F, 491 Kamikorikicho, Kiyamachi-dori Nijo Sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
Sakuragawa 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.
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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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10 meals
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