Gion Hanamai

Q: What's the ambience/atmosphere like in this restaurant?

祇園 華舞 feels like a hidden, intimate kaiseki counter, a single private group per service at six counter seats, with a traditional setting and warm, attentive hosts.

Q: What seating arrangements/rooms does this restaurant have?

祇園 華舞 is a private, one-group-per-day kaiseki experience centred on a six-seat counter, offering a 貸切空間 where your party enjoys the chef’s seasonal courses and a curated sake and wine selection.

4.9 (79)

¥10,001 and over

Japanese

494-2 Kiyoi-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0821

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Gion Hanamai

4.9

¥10,001 and over

Japanese

Kyoto

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Romantic

Gion Hanamai, a hidden gem near Kyoto's Yasaka Shrine, offers a tranquil escape from the city's bustle. Through the concept of "a once-in-a-lifetime feast," we will continue to be a place that connects the hearts of creators, ingredients, and customers, delivering moments of profound inspiration.

【1 course type per group. (All price tax, service included)】

Lunch
Hanamai Omakase ¥18,000 A seasonal chef’s choice course.
Seasonal Feast ¥24,200 An indulgent course that captures the essence of each season, offering a refined dining experience.

Dinner
Hanamai Omakase ¥24,200 A chef’s choice course highlighting the finest seasonal ingredients.
Seasonal Feast ¥42,350 A luxurious course embracing the elegance of Japan’s four seasons.

※Please select a course. If not, Hanamai Omakase will be served.
※New Year holidays: course only ¥42,350 lunch & dinner.

[Cancellation Policy]
24hours:100%　48hours:70%　72hours:50%
Cancel reservations, use our email us at [hanamai@shin-sen.co.jp]

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
¥10,001 and over
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of Operation
Mon, Fri–Sun 11:30–16:00 Mon, Fri–Sun 18:00–21:00 There may be exceptions to the above schedule. Ensure you use the search to confirm availability.
Phone number
075-541-1820
Website
http://www.gion-hanamai.jp/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
494-2 Kiyoi-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0821
Area
Kyoto
Parking Details
None
Public transport
8 min walk from Keikyu Honsen GionShiJo Station
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Wine

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Reviews

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4.9

(79)

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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79 Reviews

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James
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 May 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really really good experience! Best meal of my life! Recommend!
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Bingxu
Kyoto1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 May 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The location is convenient and quiet, nice and clean. The master made an exceptional ceremonial meal and the server speaks good English. The whole Kaiseki experience is a combo of freshly picked local veg, Wagyu beef, seafood, soup is a present of art, flavor and scent. The master prepared the menu with your name printed, and only serve one group per meal which make it a prestigious customer service experience. A great night I had with my gf.
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Paul Gold
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 March 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was one of the most amazing experiences we ever had. The quality and thought that went into the food was spectacular. The and engagement throughout from the server and chef was amazing! I will fly back to Japan just to eat here again.
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segev
Miami - Dade2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 August 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing experience! Very welcoming, very kind and a really great traditional environment.
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Cole Gold
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Insane experience, one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Staff was incredibly friendly and talented. Would highly recommend.
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Dee Gold
Chicago / Illinois8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience from start to finish. Gifted chef, quality ingredients, creative presentations, warm and inviting hosts. Good food & good fun. Truly one of the highlights of our trip.
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Michael Gold
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly special experience. Many creative dishes with extremely fresh ingredients and very friendly service.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 December 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience with very talented and skilled chef. The food presentation was artistic and the taste and flavor was equally unique. The chef and his assistant were very kind and attentive and used translation app to communicate with us. We found the entire experience to be one we would not have wanted to miss.
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RomilP
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 November 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing kaise ki. Great chef. Good vibe. I would Recommend this to anyone
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deniseG
Montreal / Quebec4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 October 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Small 6 seat bar dining room. Very courteous staff. Chef was rather aloof although it may have been a language barrier. Good presentation, fresh, innovative. Overall very good although some dishes were bland in taste.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
¥10,001 and over
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of Operation
Mon, Fri–Sun 11:30–16:00 Mon, Fri–Sun 18:00–21:00 There may be exceptions to the above schedule. Ensure you use the search to confirm availability.
Phone number
075-541-1820
Website
http://www.gion-hanamai.jp/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
494-2 Kiyoi-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0821
Area
Kyoto
Parking Details
None
Public transport
8 min walk from Keikyu Honsen GionShiJo Station
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Wine

FAQs

祇園華舞 feels like a hidden, intimate kaiseki counter, a single private group per service at six counter seats, with a traditional setting and warm, attentive hosts.

Dress code is listed as casual, comfortable, nothing formal expected, which suits the intimate six-seat counter experience.

祇園華舞 is a private, one-group-per-day kaiseki experience centred on a six-seat counter, offering a 貸切空間 where your party enjoys the chef’s seasonal courses and a curated sake and wine selection.

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Gion Hanamai

4.9

¥10,001 and over

Japanese

Kyoto

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Gion Hanamai

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