Yassan
Overall Score
Six Dimensions
Introduction
Yassan is a well-known beef kappo restaurant in Kyoto's Gion district and is listed as a Michelin Selected Restaurant. Set in a traditional machiya-style space, it is known for serving a wide range of cuts such as tongue, heart, and tripe through sashimi-style, poached, and grilled preparations. Its lively old-school atmosphere and distinctive ordering style add to its character.
Voice of Customers
Information
- Address
- 347 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0073, Japan
- Phone
- +81 75-541-9666
Direct booking via the platforms below. Japanese phone reservation typical.
How to book
This restaurant generally accepts bookings two to four weeks out, with some weekday lunch availability closer to the date. Most online platforms will surface real-time availability, and same-week reservations are realistic for off-peak slots.
English booking platforms do not currently cover this restaurant directly — phone reservations in Japanese or a hotel concierge are the path. Walk-ins are not typically supported at this tier of restaurant; always confirm a reservation before arriving.
Frequently Asked
How do I book Yassan?
Booking difficulty: Normal. No English-language booking platform currently covers this restaurant; an international hotel concierge can place the reservation.
What is the price range at Yassan?
Dinner runs ¥10,000–14,999. Prices are based on publicly disclosed bands; the actual bill depends on the seasonal menu, drinks, and any added courses.
Is Yassan suitable for international visitors?
Foreign-visitor accessibility is limited. Booking and dining in Japanese is the expectation; if you do not speak Japanese, route the booking through your hotel concierge so they can flag dietary needs and confirm payment.
When is the best time to visit Yassan?
Dinner is the main service. Avoid Japanese national holidays for the highest seat availability, and book at least three to four weeks in advance.