Sushi Gion Matsudaya
Presenting Edo-style sushi, this restaurant is full of classic dishes combined with the chef’s very own intriguing ideas.
Restaurant Details
Just off the main streets of Gion in Hanamikoji, Gion Matsudaya serves Edo-style sushi that aims to put a smile on guests’ faces. The owner of this restaurant, Matsuda Kazunori, has all sorts of experience before opening his own restaurant. He’s spent countless times in Tokyo learning the traditional sushi craft of the city. He also has gained quite an insight from his travels abroad, like New York.
The omakase menu of Gion Matsudaya is never fixed. Chef Matsuda himself will choose the freshest ingredients at the local market every morning without fail. He prepares them using traditional techniques like soaking gizzard shad in vinegar and using mustard to garnish the marinated tuna nigiri. If you’re lucky enough, you’ll get to try the popular dishes that include fatty tuna, pickled tuna, and boiled eel nigiri.
On top of quality dishes, Gion Matsudaya’s warm hospitality is the icing on the cake of this restaurant. There’s no other perfect place than this restaurant to experience the conventional and unconventional.
Michelin Guide:
2021 - 1 Michelin Star
A kosher version of the owner-chef’s recommended course. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. ※ This course is only available for the 8.00pm reservation timeslot. Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course. Soy sauces used at the restaurant are non-kosher. All courses at the restaurant are prepared with non-kosher cookware.
A kosher version of the owner-chef’s recommended course. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. ※ This course is only available for the 8.00pm reservation timeslot. Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course. Soy sauces used at the restaurant are non-kosher. All courses at the restaurant are prepared with non-kosher cookware.
The owner-chef’s personal recommendation. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. ※ Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course.
The owner-chef’s personal recommendation. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. ※ Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course.
The owner-chef’s personal recommendation. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. On top of this, guests can enjoy a series of tea pairings specially chosen by the chef to match each dish. ※ Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course.
The owner-chef’s personal recommendation. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. On top of this, guests can enjoy a series of tea pairings specially chosen by the chef to match each dish. ※ Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course.
The owner-chef’s personal recommendation. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. On top of this, guests can enjoy a series of sake pairings — some of them extremely rare — specially chosen by the chef to match each dish. ※ Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course.
The owner-chef’s personal recommendation. Luxuriate in three types of appetizers and an array of seasonal fish—seared, steamed and grilled—laid atop red-vinegared rice, nigiri-style. On top of this, guests can enjoy a series of sake pairings — some of them extremely rare — specially chosen by the chef to match each dish. ※ Guests unable to consume soy sauce or fish are requested to refrain from booking this course.
Sushi Gion Matsudaya Remarks
During the year-end and New Year holiday season, a 100% cancellation fee will be charged from 10 days before the reservation date due to the added difficulty of procuring ingredients.
All other times, a 100% cancellation fee will be charged from 3 days before the reservation date.
Any change in the number of guests at any point will also incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.
The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.
The course menu content listed below is an example, and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.
The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.
The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.
Sushi Gion Matsudaya Business Days
Sushi Gion Matsudaya Address
570-123 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074
Sushi Gion Matsudaya Phone Number
Sushi Gion Matsudaya Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 1 week before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Restaurant location
Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.
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