Nestled within THE SODOH HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO at the foot of Yasaka Pagoda, KURO KYOTO is a Japanese restaurant set inside a renovated historic residence where master painter Takeuchi Seiho spent his later years. Surrounded by a 1,700‑tsubo (approximately 5,600 square meters) garden, the restaurant offers an extraordinary setting in which to enjoy Japanese cuisine that reflects the four seasons of Kyoto.

The cuisine is supervised by Jun Kuroki, owner of Kurogi, one of Tokyo’s most sought‑after and hardest‑to‑reserve restaurants. Embracing Kurogi’s philosophy—“what you like, prepared how you like, as much as you like”—KURO KYOTO offers a new style of Japanese dining that caters to each guest’s individual preferences.

The dishes feature carefully selected seasonal ingredients sourced from Kyoto and across Japan. Kyoto vegetables, seasonal fish, and premium meats are crafted with precision, each dish prepared with meticulous attention by skilled chefs. For the main course and select dishes, guests may choose both the ingredients and cooking methods, allowing them to enjoy a one‑of‑a‑kind course tailored to their mood that day. The restaurant also offers exceptional desserts, including Kurogi’s beloved Japanese chestnut shaved ice and matcha Basque cheesecake, ensuring the experience remains refined through the final bite.

During the day, guests can enjoy soft natural light, while at night the illuminated garden creates a magical atmosphere—ideal for anniversaries, business dinners, and special moments during travel. At KURO KYOTO, where historic architecture, modern sensibilities, and seasonal Kyoto cuisine come together, guests can savor a luxurious dining experience unlike any other.

• Price Range:

  Lunch: USD 37.04 - USD 55.91
  Dinner: USD 55.91 - USD 97.84

• Dietary restrictions / Allergies:

  If you have any specific food allergies or ingredients you cannot consume, please inform us in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations if there are ingredients that you cannot eat within a wide range.

  If you have any food allergies, please inform us by 5:00 PM, three days prior to your reservation date. Requests made after this deadline may not be accommodated, and we may be unable to modify the menu.

  Due to the nature of our cuisine, we are unable to accommodate wheat or soybean allergies. We appreciate your understanding.

• Arrival time:

  Please arrive 5 minutes before your reserved time to ensure a timely start of your meal. If you do not contact us and exceed your reservation time, it will be automatically canceled.

• Dress Code:

  Dress code is smart casual (Please refrain from wearing T-shirts, shorts, and sandals when you visit.)

• Children:

  Available

• Others:

  We kindly ask for your consideration regarding excessive perfume or fabric softener fragrances.