Chihana

# Exceptional Kaiseki for a Special Birthday ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We came to Chihana for my wife’s birthday lunch and had a truly exceptional culinary experience - a birthday we will remember! All courses were expertly crafted using local seasonal ingredients without being over the top, which many higher-end restaurants often overdo. This was proper kaiseki where the chef truly brought out the natural flavors and mixed combinations to create something simple yet unique. The meal was beautifully well-balanced. I was really impressed by the overall sufficient quantity of food, which is often not the case for similar high-end dining experiences. We left completely satisfied. The atmosphere is very cozy with limited counter seating right in front of the chef and his assistant - you get to watch the magic happen! The ladies serving us were very attentive throughout. This is what authentic Kyoto kaiseki should be. Highly recommend for special occasions!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

An experience that we won't forget. Twelve delicious courses served in an intimate and relaxed setting by welcoming and attentive staff. Counter seating allowed us to see elements of the dishes being prepared up close, as well as the skill of Chef Nagata, who kindly explained the dishes, and answered any questions we had. The kaiseki format provided a variety of beauifully considered dishes that showcased simple, seasonal ingredients, delivering fantastic flavour and textures. A special experience, and one I hope I'm lucky enough to have again.

Nice restaurant, every dish somehow reach a harmony level. You will enjoy the experience

Wonderful Kaiseki experience✨ High quality food with wide varierty of delicius flavours . Calm and peaceful ambiance and warm Japanese hospitality. The picture speakes for themselves🙌🏼

A very pleasant lunch experience with Chihana. The two ladies who served us were very friendly. Portion of food is very generous but not overwhelming. Would come back.

One of the best culinary experiences you will have. Definitely recommend trying this Kaiseki cuisine while visiting Kyoto.

My friend and I had a very enjoyable dinner, great authentic taste. All dishes are carefully designed blended with complex tastes. We love the combination of Seasonal vegetables. The Tofu paste is the Most amazing.

Lovely kappo dinner in the heart of Gion. The restaurant is a fairly new reopening of the original Chihana that used to hold three Michelin stars before it tragically burned down. So how is the place? We were seated at the main counter so we could watch the master prepare the dishes, which is something I always enjoy. The atmosphere was serene but not as stiff as in most kaiseki restaurants in Kyoto I have been to. The meal started with a fried piece of flat fish (hirame) accompanied by a Japanese citrus fruit, which seemed to be a signature dish of the restaurant. This was wonderful and was followed by an impeccable sequence of dishes. We had chosen a set menu at the lower end of the price scale, but I found the cooking on a constant high level, and all the ingredients matched the season and the Kyoto setting. Some sake and beer went well with the food, and overall I can say this was a really nice dinner that I would recommend to anyone looking into experiencing Kyoto cuisine. Especially as reservations were easy to get via Pocket Concierge by the time of my visit.