Gion Sakagawa (ぎおん 阪川) Kyoto

Awards

OAD

Japanese Restaurants 2026, 332

All OAD Japanese in Kyoto All OAD Japanese in Japan

Tabelog

2026 Bronze

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Ratings from the web

Tabelog

4.09

Chef

Hirokazu Sakagawa

Cuisine

Japanese Cuisine

• 2026
• 2018

8 / 10

Dinner at Gion Sakagawa (ぎおん 阪川)

on 01 Jul 2026

by アルマジ ロ0521

Course: JPY 22,000Alcohol: 5 drinksTotal: JPY 30,000This Japanese restaurant is a 7-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. I made a reservation by phone before visiting.Unlike many Kyoto restaurants, they offer a la carte options, but this time I opted for the course menu.They use the finest ingredients sourced that day. Although it wasn't on the course menu, they had the first catch of the season, Torigai (clam), priced at JPY 8,500, which a la carte customers ordered.The flavors were a bit stronger... More

Course: JPY 22,000Alcohol: 5 drinksTotal: JPY 30,000This Japanese restaurant is a 7-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. I made a reservation by phone before visiting.Unlike many Kyoto restaurants, they offer a la carte options, but this time I opted for the course menu.They use the finest ingredients sourced that day. Although it wasn't on the course menu, they had the first catch of the season, Torigai (clam), priced at JPY 8,500, which a la carte customers ordered.The flavors were a bit stronger than typical Kyoto cuisine, but the dishes highlighted the ingredients well, making for a delicious meal.I think the a la carte menu would be even more enjoyable than the course.It was a great meal.Course Menu:◯ Fresh Yuba and Corn Soup with Junsai◯ Anago Sushi◯ Sashimi of Sea Bream, Sea Urchin, Chutoro, Otoro, and Aburame◯ Grilled Hamo (Pike Conger)◯ Lotus Root Tofu with Eel◯ Soft-Shelled Turtle Soup◯ Grilled Sweetfish◯ Steamed Fig with Sake◯ Simmered Aburame◯ Fried Kamo Eggplant◯ Rice with Dried Baby Sardines◯ Red Miso Soup◯ Pickles◯ Fruits Less

8 / 10

Dinner at Gion Sakagawa (ぎおん 阪川)

on 01 May 2026

by きなっ こちゃん

Gion Sakagawa is a traditional kaiseki restaurant nestled in a charming alley of Gion, where you can enjoy seasonal seafood and Kyoto vegetables, allowing you to create your own delightful combinations with the freshest ingredients of the day. A la carte dining is such a treat...The menu is quite extensive, and everything looks tempting, but I felt confident that no matter what I ordered, it would be delicious. The freshness of the fish and shellfish was outstanding, and each dish truly showcased... More

Gion Sakagawa is a traditional kaiseki restaurant nestled in a charming alley of Gion, where you can enjoy seasonal seafood and Kyoto vegetables, allowing you to create your own delightful combinations with the freshest ingredients of the day. A la carte dining is such a treat...The menu is quite extensive, and everything looks tempting, but I felt confident that no matter what I ordered, it would be delicious. The freshness of the fish and shellfish was outstanding, and each dish truly showcased the quality of the ingredients!They served three types of appetizers, and they were delicious from the start.In the serene atmosphere typical of Gion, this adult-oriented kaiseki restaurant allows you to enjoy exquisite sake and seasonal dishes at your leisure. It was a great meal.------------Thank you for reading until the end! I would be very happy if you could "like, save the restaurant, and follow" me! I want to share many wonderful places! ⭐︎ Less

8 / 10

Dinner at Sakagawa (ぎおん 阪川)

on 30 Jul 2018

by Gerhard Huber

Another Kappo restaurant in Kyoto. Completely different style than Suzuen. Hectic, busy, full to the tilt, churning out great food at high speed. 5 Chefs behind the counter working non stop.
All of this with great deliberation and technique. And for half the price.

Ps; One picture shows the Chef personally taking a reservation for another day in the middle of the service. I thought only woman can multi task.