Kyoto is a town of traditions that represent a succession of innovations.
The town is formed by our efforts to evolve daily while preserving time-honored traditions.
Kanamean Nishitomiya, founded in 1873, proudly produces the new restaurant 要・Kaname in the capital of Japanese culture.
ABOUT
Kyoto Contemporary Kaiseki 要・Kaname
The restaurant 要・Kaname is found between rows of “machiya”, the traditional houses of Kyoto.
The restaurant’s sign quietly stands at this historic street called Tominokouji.
The graceful “Sukiya-dukuri” (Japanese teahouse architectural style) inspired restaurant brings seasonal quality products and Japanese cuisine technique in harmony.
The limited six-person counter encourage you to enjoy the rich culinary diversity of tradition and modernism in front of you.
All details, from the cuisine and tableware to the art works and interior design, reflect the philosophy of Kanamean Nishitomiya.
わざ Crative
Kyoto cuisine masters various culinary techniques such as steaming, frying, grilling, boiling, immersing, marinating and many more.
The talented chef searches locally and globally for new techniques and inspiration to enrich your experience.
Also, please enjoy the tableware as they are carefully selected by the restaurant.
味・料理 Fusion
要・Kaname, Sukiya-dukuri restaurant in Kyoto, offers an innovative Kyoto Kaiseki cuisine using local and worldwide fresh ingredients on Teppanyaki and charcoal grill.
This culinary experience reveals the beauty and omotenashi (Japanese hospitality) that have been preserved for over a century.
The sommelier has selected wines and sakes to best pair with the menu.
Please enjoy the simplicity, a touch of humor, joy and some surprises in the menu.
A six seat counter table
要・Kaname has a 6-seat counter table. We serve two groups per evening.
Please take your time and enjoy your dinner.
- * We clean and disinfect thoroughly to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
- * The staffs at Kanamean Nishitomiya and 要・Kaname check their temperature and use sanitizer.
