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瓢亭

4.2 (756) $$$$ $$$$ Kaiseki

Description

Summary: A venerable tea house amid tranquil gardens, offering light kaiseki with restrained style.

Within the serene grounds of a revered temple, this long standing tea house preserves a patient rhythm. The dining unfolds in a quiet, sunlit space where restrained elegance guides every plate. Expect a progression from delicate breakfast tasting to bright kaiseki where tradition mingles with subtle innovation. The walls echo wabi sabi, while a moss crowned garden, stone lanterns, and clear streams create a contemplative backdrop to a lineage of eggs and seasonal preparations.

Awards

Michelin
3 Stars 2025
OAD
Ranked # 116 in Top Restaurants of Japan 2024
Ranked # 151 in Top Restaurants of Japan 2025
Ranked # 106 in Top Restaurants of Japan 2023
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La Liste
Score 94.0 / 100 2025
Score 92.5 / 100 2023
Ranked # 12 in the World 2025
Ranked # 368 in the World 2023
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Discovery
Gault & Millau
Recommended
Falstaff
Recommended

Location

35 Nanzenji Kusakawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8437, Japan

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