MOTOÏ
Overall Score
Six Dimensions
Introduction
MOTOÏ is a Michelin Selected French restaurant in Kyoto’s Nakagyo Ward. Set in a renovated Taisho-era residence, it offers a refined dining room with a Japanese garden view and a distinctly Kyoto atmosphere. Chef Motoi Maeda draws on both French and Chinese culinary experience to create original, Kyoto-minded tasting menus.
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Information
- Address
- 186 Tawarayacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0952, Japan
- Phone
- +81 75-231-0709
Advance booking required. English booking is supported via the platforms below.
How to book
Booking this restaurant requires advance planning. Typical lead time is one to three months — for the rarest seats, six months. Many restaurants of this difficulty release the next month's bookings on the first of the prior month; being in the queue the moment that window opens dramatically increases your chance of catching a difficult seat.
You can book in English via Ikyu. Flexibility on the date — especially weekday lunch — opens up substantially more options than a fixed Saturday-dinner request.
Frequently Asked
How do I book MOTOÏ?
Booking difficulty: Hard. English-language booking is available via Ikyu. Lunch is typically easier than dinner to book.
What is the price range at MOTOÏ?
Dinner runs ¥20,000–29,999. Lunch runs ¥10,000–14,999, 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 MOTOÏ suitable for international visitors?
Yes — this restaurant has strong foreign-visitor accessibility. English menu or English-speaking staff is typically available, and foreign credit cards are accepted.
When is the best time to visit MOTOÏ?
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 two to three months in advance.