
About
Located a five‑minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, just off Hanamikoji Street, Gion Kon occupies a 170‑year‑old building that once served as a traditional teahouse. In the evenings, it operates as an exclusive kappo restaurant, long cherished by local business owners and Gion geiko—regulars whose connection to the restaurant dates back to the previous generation. The classic design, where guests remove their shoes on the earthen floor before entering, evokes the quiet elegance of Gion.
Each dish is meticulously prepared by skilled chefs, showcasing deep, comforting flavors through precise cooking and seasoning that highlight the natural character of the ingredients. The hot pot courses feature carefully selected green Japanese peppercorn and seasonal produce, while the restaurant offers five to ten varieties of sake chosen for their peak seasonal expression.
Inside, guests can enjoy horigotatsu (sanken) counter seating that allows close interaction with the chefs and a view of the cooking process, as well as private rooms and tatami seating. In this historic setting, savor the refined cuisine and warm hospitality that define the essence of kappo dining.
Menu & Courses
Special Turtle Ramen Set “Gion Kon” — Secret Menu
【Course Example】
・Seasonal Daily Appetizer
・Earthenware Turtle Ramen
・Two-Bite Inari Sushi
・Dessert
Recommended Unagi Set “Gion Kon”
This casual mini‑course begins with a seasonal appetizer.
If you are unsure which to choose, this is the ideal option.
【Course Example】
・Appetizer
・Unagi Bowl
・Soup
・Pickles
・Dessert
Lunch Chef's Choice Course
・Appetizer
・Soup
・Assorted Sashimi
・Simmered Dish or Grilled Dish
・Fried Dish
・Rice Course
・Dessert
[Hot Pot Course] Duck with Sansho‑infused Hot Pot
Please enjoy our seasonal hot pot dishes crafted with ingredients chosen at their peak.
【Course Example】
・Appetizer
・Sashimi
・Hot Pot
・Finishing Dish (Noodles or Rice Porridge)
・Dessert
[Hot Pot Course] Beef with Sansho‑infused Hot Pot
Please enjoy our seasonal hot pot dishes crafted with ingredients chosen at their peak.
【Course Example】
・Appetizer
・Sashimi
・Hot Pot
・Finishing Dish (Noodles or Rice Porridge)
・Dessert
OMAKASE Course
• Appetizer
• Soup
• Assorted Sashimi
• Simmered or Grilled Dish
• Fried Dish
• Seasonal Rice
• Dessert
[Gion Kon Special] Softshell Turtle Hot Pot Course
Please enjoy our seasonal hot pot dishes crafted with ingredients chosen at their peak.
【Course Example】
・Appetizer
・Sashimi
・Deep-fried soft-shelled turtle (subject to change)
・Hot pot
・Finishing dish (noodles or rice porridge)
・Dessert
Exclusive OMAKASE Course
・Seasonal appetizer
・Soup
・Assorted sashimi
・Simmered dishes
・Grilled dish
・Two kinds of fried dishes
・Vinegared dish
・Rice dish
・Dessert
<Notes>
The menu may change depending on ingredient availability. Thank you for your understanding.
* Tax and service charge included.
* For course reservations, the course fee must be paid in advance, and any additional charges incurred on-site will be settled on the day.
* Please note that the price may vary depending on seasonal ingredients.
Features
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Available
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Available (Please check the notes for details.)
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Available (Please check the notes for details.)
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Guests aged 12 and above, and able to enjoy the course meal.
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3,300 JPY/bottle (including tax)
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Reservation Notes
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Price Range:
Lunch: KRW 44,681.34 - KRW 102,394.74
Dinner: KRW 102,394.74 - KRW 307,184.21 -
Dietary restrictions / Allergies:
If you have any specific food allergies or ingredients you cannot consume, please inform us in advance. Please note that we may not be able to accommodate requests made on the day of your visit. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations if there are ingredients that you cannot eat within a wide range.
Vegan and halal options are available. However, we may not be able to accommodate certain requests. If you require vegan or halal options, please indicate your request in the special requests field when making your reservation. Please note that additional charges may apply depending on the requested accommodations.
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Arrival time:
Please arrive 5 minutes before your reserved time to ensure a timely start of your meal. If you arrive more than 10 minutes past your reserved time, your reservation will be automatically canceled.
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Dress Code:
Dress code is smart casual (Please refrain from wearing T-shirts, shorts, and sandals when you visit.)
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Children:
Guests aged 12 and above, and able to enjoy the course meal.
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Others:
We kindly ask for your consideration regarding excessive perfume or fabric softener fragrances.
Guests are required to remove their shoes before taking their seats.
Seats selected at the time of booking cannot be changed.
Information
| Total Seats | 26 Seats |
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| Operation hours | Lunch: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Entry at 12:00 PM only) Dinner: 5:30 PM - |
| Regular holiday | Irregular holidays *The restaurant may be temporarily open or temporarily closed. |
| Payment methods | Cash, Credit card available |
| Smoking | Not Allowed |
| Address |
570-6 Gion-machi South, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
京都府京都市東山区祇園町南側570-6
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| Nearest station |
Gion-Shijo Station, Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station
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| Directions from station |
5 minutes walk from Gion-Shijo Station
8 minutes walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station |






