March Kaiseki

March Kaiseki

Established in 1801
A Depth of History Found Only at Kinmata

Kinmata began as a long-trusted lodging for traveling medicine merchants from Ōmi during the Edo period.
The name “Kinmata” combines “Kin” (近) from Ōmi (近江) and “Mata” (又) from the founder’s name, Matahachi. Across generations, we have continued to welcome guests with Kyoto’s quiet hospitality.

Kyoto, in Every Season
Welcoming You with Ever-Changing Beauty

A garden that invites the poetry of the seasons. In the main garden, rare red Kurama stone—now difficult to obtain—has been used for stepping stones, and stones from the Kamo River are placed to evoke the upstream and downstream flow.
In spring, a spring setting; in summer, the spirit of the Gion Festival—Kinmata’s atmosphere changes throughout the year.

About Kinmata

Carefully Selected Ingredients
and Seasonal Kyoto Vegetables

At Kinmata, we pay close attention to our dashi—clear, aromatic, and deeply flavorful. We select Kyoto vegetables from Nishiki Market and fresh seafood from trusted vendors, allowing each ingredient’s natural character to shine with restrained seasoning and precise technique. Our priority is simple: to serve what is truly in season, at its best.

Kaiseki Kinmata exterior

Serving what is most delicious today.
Enjoy Kyoto authentic kaiseki created from carefully selected ingredients from Nishiki Market, in a traditional machiya setting registered as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.

Counter seating

Counter Kinmata offers a calm, intimate atmosphere crafted with warm wood tones.
Enjoy seasonal courses, occasionally featuring teppanyaki-style Wagyu beef steak,
accompanied by carefully selected sake and wine chosen by our sommelier.

Iwakura Residence

A tranquil retreat found only in Rakuhoku, Kyoto.
This is a private, reservation-only dining experience, available exclusively for parties of six or more.
Enjoy unhurried moments with your guests in a spacious living room and beautiful garden at the Kinmata Iwakura Garden.

Please note: Website for the KINMATA Iwakura Garden is available in Japanese only.

Access

By Train

  • From JR Kyoto Station: Subway Karasuma Line to Shijō Station, then a 10-minute walk
  • From Hankyu Railway: Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station, then a 5-minute walk
  • From Keihan Railway: Gion-Shijō Station, then a 10-minute walk

By Taxi

Please tell the driver:
“Gokomachi-dori Nishiki-sagaru” (御幸町通 錦下ル).
We look forward to welcoming you.

 

Business Days Calendar

Please check our business and closing days here.
For group reservations, please feel free to contact us by phone or email.
Please note that closing days are subject to change.

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※ For business days beyond six months from now, please contact us by phone or email.

* For business days beyond six months, please contact us by phone or email.

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