Gion Maruyama
Overall Score
Six Dimensions
Introduction
Gion Maruyama is a two-Michelin-star Japanese restaurant in Kyoto's Gion district. It serves seasonal kaiseki in a setting shaped by the spirit of tea ceremony, with careful attention to flowers, tableware, and presentation. Alongside the formality of a traditional ryotei, it also offers counter seating for a more contemporary feel.
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Information
- Address
- 570-171 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0074, Japan
- Phone
- +81 75-525-0009
This restaurant is hardest-tier to book — consider an international hotel concierge as your first route. Direct platforms below may not have public availability.
How to book
This restaurant is among the hardest to book in its city. The realistic route for first-time visitors is through an international hotel concierge — Mandarin Oriental, Park Hyatt, Four Seasons, Aman, or the Ritz-Carlton can place the call with the appropriate introductions. Direct booking through public platforms is often unavailable; the few seats that do release publicly book out within minutes of opening (typically the first of the prior month).
English booking platforms covering this restaurant: Ikyu. If you are visiting Japan for the first time and this restaurant is on your shortlist, have your hotel confirm availability before committing to a date.
Frequently Asked
How do I book Gion Maruyama?
Booking difficulty: Very Hard. English-language booking is available via Ikyu. Lunch is typically easier than dinner to book.
What is the price range at Gion Maruyama?
Dinner runs ¥30,000–39,999. Lunch runs ¥20,000–29,999, typically 40–60% of the dinner price. Prices are based on publicly disclosed bands; the actual bill depends on the seasonal menu, drinks, and any added courses.
Is Gion Maruyama suitable for international visitors?
Partially. Some English is available but not at all touchpoints. Confirm requirements (menu, payment, dietary needs) at the time of booking.
When is the best time to visit Gion Maruyama?
Weekday lunch is typically the easiest reservation and the most cost-effective way to experience the kitchen. Avoid Japanese national holidays for the highest seat availability, and book at least six months in advance.