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Gion Hanamai, Kyoto, 26

Gion Hanamai

4.9
4.9
75 Reviews
¥10,001 and over
Japanese
A photo of Gion Hanamai restaurant

Gion Hanamai

4.9
¥10,001 and over
Japanese
Kyoto

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Romantic
Gion Hanamai, a hidden gem near Kyoto's Yasaka Shrine, offers a tranquil escape from the city's bustle. With only six counter seats, this intimate restaurant serves sophisticated Japanese cuisine, featuring seasonal dishes made from carefully selected ingredients. It continues to captivate food lovers from both Japan and abroad.

【Courses】1 course type per group. (All price tax, service included)

"Miyabi no Zen" | ¥24,200
Enjoy dishes prepared with the finest seasonal ingredients, showcasing the essence of Japanese cuisine and the beauty of Kyoto's seasons.

"Ikkoku Issai" | From ¥42,350
A fully customized course using top-quality ingredients based on customer preferences.

※Please specify your course when making a reservation. If no course is selected, the ¥24,200 course will be provided.

Cancellations and changes will incur the full course fee.
24hours:100% 48hours:70% 72hours:50%
Please note that to cancel reservations, use our email us at [hanamai@shin-sen.co.jp]

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    ¥10,001 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm There may be exceptions to the above schedule. Ensure you use the search to confirm availability.
  • Phone number
    075-541-1820
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 75 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on all time ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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75 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience with very talented and skilled chef. The food presentation was artistic and the taste and flavor was equally unique. The chef and his assistant were very kind and attentive and used translation app to communicate with us. We found the entire experience to be one we would not have wanted to miss.

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  2. RomilP

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing kaise ki. Great chef. Good vibe. I would Recommend this to anyone

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  3. deniseG

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Small 6 seat bar dining room. Very courteous staff. Chef was rather aloof although it may have been a language barrier. Good presentation, fresh, innovative. Overall very good although some dishes were bland in taste.

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  4. Travel

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a find! We were blown away with every aspect of this little 6-seat restaurant tucked away on a quiet street in Kyoto. The food was unbelievable. The sashimi was wonderful, the steak cooked to perfection. and the seasonal specialities were fantastic. The chef was personable and charming. It was truly a memorable evening.

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  5. Kingfisher1968

    Düsseldorf

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this small and excellent restaurant in Kyoto. After visiting it in December 2022, we came back in early August 2023. Again, the food was excellent, the chef very nice and talkative (if you speak a little Japanese - but he ueses an electronic translator, too). He was very happy, that we came to visit again. The presentation of the food is on a very high level of quality, the aromas subtle and very good. We highly recommend this spot - just 6 seats at the counter, but a lot of interaction with the Chef!

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  6. BradleyO

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing Kaiseki Food!!! This little eatery is hard to find but difficult not to enjoy!!! The flavors and artistic culinary creations were fantastic! The chef was funny and charming as were the rest of the staff. Masterful craft here!!! You must try!!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our thanks to the chef and his staff for the wonderful experience . This was without a doubt one of the best meals we have ever had. As a German living in the US and traveling extensively through Europe as well as North and South America I have had many great meals and this one is definitely in the top 3. Well worth the price.

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  8. JessicaL

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the chef and staff were so friendly and funny! Highly recommend if you want a more modern feel to Japanese food.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique dining experience! We were a party of four and had the staff all dedicated to us. The place can only host 6 and it was only us that night. Chef is not only talented but also very nice and funny. We had a personalized menu. We learned a lot about Japanese fine cuisine. Dish presentation was so beautiful. We really enjoyed our time there. It’s expensive but worth it considering we had a private chef that night.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. MichaelB

    Mexico City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Maeda prepared an amazing kaiseki meal that was orchestrated like a symphony of the very finest quality ingredients, whether the fish, the beef or the fresh wasabi. Each course was a mini work of art, drawing on the fresh flavors of each ingredient. Definitely one of the best meals I’ve had anywhere. And you can’t beat the one-to-one service, with the chef describing and explaining the features of each course. An unforgettable dining experience.

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FAQs

Gion Hanamai is rated 4.9 stars by 75 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Gion Hanamai restaurant

Gion Hanamai

4.9
¥10,001 and over
Japanese
Kyoto

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Google Map for Gion Hanamai

494-2 Kiyoi-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 26 605-0821

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Kyoto
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm There may be exceptions to the above schedule. Ensure you use the search to confirm availability.
  • Price
    ¥10,001 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    8 min walk from Keikyu Honsen GionShiJo Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Wine
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