Jikishinbou Saiki

15,000 JPY 〜
/ Guest
16,500 JPY 〜
/ Guest
  • Taxi Available

  • English Menu

  • English Speaking Staff

A Kyoto-style restaurant located near Yasaka Shrine. Must try Chef Saiki's broth and rice.

The first-generation of 'Saikiya'was founded in 1934. Since 2009, it has been moved to the Gion and Shimokawaramachi area, which is close to Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. The third-generation owner, Mr. Saiki, renaming it to 'Jikishinbo Saiki' as a Kyoto cuisine restaurant. Located in a popular touristic area, the shop continues to serve guests in its traditional, classical atmosphere.

What you must try here is Chef Saiki's broth and rice. The broth richly draws out the flavor of the ingredients that go into it. With his experience and sensibilities to be unsparing in his pursuit of technique, Chef Saiki majored in Agriculture at Kyoto University in order to discover the taste from the basis. Studying under Dr. Toru Fushiki, the standard bearer for "taste studies" in Japan, he graduated with a Master's degree in 2015. In this way, his curiosity and pursuit of the medium are unsparing.

We recommend dining at the counter, where you could watch the chef's skills and enjoy the movement of food being prepared, as well as sample the wafting aromas. This instant while you wait for the food is simply blissful. Truly get the most out of Kyoto cuisine, you must savor it with the five senses.
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* The availability of an English version of this page does not guarantee that the restaurant can provide services in English unless otherwise stated. Please be aware that, even if stated, there may still be days when English speaking staff are unavailable.

【Access】
■15-minute walk from Keihan Main Line Gion-Shijo Station Exit 6

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Recommendation(5)

  • 30's

    Date of Visit: 5/2023
    It was an amazing experience to visit this place. They have a very personal approach: as soon as we walked in the staff and the chef were waiting for us. The environment is warm and friendly but feels authentic. With each dish the chef explained what we were eating and the importance of the dish in Japanese culture. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a Japanese dining experience. Our best regards to the chef Saiki.
    Number of visits: OnePurpose: Date
  • 30's

    Date of Visit: 11/2021
    大変美味しい季節の食材をふんだんに使用したお料理は大満足でした。 またカウンターからのライブクッキングも一緒に楽しませていただきました。
    Number of visits: OnePurpose: Date
  • 70's

    Date of Visit: 2/2018
    大将の人柄がなんとも言えない。それだけで味が決まります。カウンター懐石料理の醍醐味、季節に適した料理の素材の選び方にも感心しました。次回、他の家族も連れてきたい関東人にあったお店で
    Number of visits: OnePurpose: With family

Courses

Lunch
Lunch Course
15,000 JPY / Guest
Dinner
Dinner Course
16,500 JPY / Guest
Dinner
Dinner Course
20,000 JPY / Guest

Information

Name

Jikishinbou Saiki [直心房 さいき]

Cuisine Type

Japanese, Kaiseki, Washoku

Opening hours

Lunch: 11:00~14:30 (L.O.13:30) Dinner: 17:30~22:30 (L.O.20:00)

Holidays

Wednesday, Irregular holidays

Access

(鳥居前下ル), Kamibenten cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

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