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Sushi Bars in Kyoto

8 places in the "Sushi Bars" selection: editorial grades from A+ to F, prices, Tabelog scores and a map.

Places ranked: 8

Kiu: Creative Private Omakase
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Kiu: Creative Private Omakase

Kyoto · Fine Dining

An exclusive five-seat sushi counter in Kyoto's Shimogyo ward, Kiu (きう) offers a unique omakase that blends bold Western ingredients with precise Japanese technique. It is a destination for a highly creative, private dining experience, accessible…

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Chisaki: Tuna-Free Omakase in Kyoto
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Chisaki: Tuna-Free Omakase in Kyoto

Kyoto · Fine Dining

An intimate eight-seat counter in Kyoto's Nakagyo ward, where a Sugita-trained chef serves a distinctive omakase. The menu deliberately omits tuna, focusing instead on white fish, bluefish, and local ingredients.

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Gion Sushi Takamitsu: An Uni-Focused Omakase Experience
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Gion Sushi Takamitsu: An Uni-Focused Omakase Experience

Kyoto · Fine Dining

A high-end sushi counter in Kyoto's Gion district, celebrated for its uni-centric omakase. Expect a theatrical experience with multiple varieties of sea urchin, premium nigiri, and a famously convivial atmosphere.

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SUSHI KONDO: Exquisite Omakase in a Kyoto Townhouse
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SUSHI KONDO: Exquisite Omakase in a Kyoto Townhouse

Kyoto · Fine Dining

A six-seat counter in a restored 120-year-old Kyoto townhouse, serving a precise omakase of seasonal fish. The experience is famed for its exacting technique and a unique final tasting of rare mikan juices.

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Sushi Matsumoto: Classic Edo-mae Sushi in Kyoto
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Sushi Matsumoto: Classic Edo-mae Sushi in Kyoto

Kyoto · Fine Dining

In Kyoto's Gion district, Sushi Matsumoto serves a classic, sharp Edo-mae style of sushi. It's a destination for connoisseurs who appreciate firm, red-vinegar shari and meticulously prepared toppings.

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Azuma Zushi: Classic Kyoto Counter Sushi
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Azuma Zushi: Classic Kyoto Counter Sushi

Kyoto · Fine Dining

An intimate 8-seat sushi counter in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, run by a father-son team. It's known for excellent value nigiri sets featuring luxury ingredients and a wide range of seasonal small plates.

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Raku: Live-Kitchen Hotel Buffet
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Raku: Live-Kitchen Hotel Buffet

Kyoto · Buffet

A bustling hotel buffet in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, known for its extensive live-kitchen stations. Located in The Westin Miyako Kyoto, it's where chefs prepare sushi, tempura, and roast beef to order, making it a popular choice for families and…

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Gion Sushi Tadayasu: Edo-mae Sushi in Gion
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Gion Sushi Tadayasu: Edo-mae Sushi in Gion

Kyoto · Fine Dining

An intimate sushi counter in Kyoto's Gion district, serving traditional Edo-mae style sushi. Chef Tadayasu is known for his precise technique, using two types of red-vinegar rice and carefully aged fish.

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