Discover the essence of Kyoto fine dining at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, where refined culinary experiences await. Savour grilled meats, traditional sweets and lunch boxes expertly crafted for your Kyoto journeys — all complemented by views of our 800-year-old pond garden.
All Food and Drink
Edomae sushi
Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Indulge in an authentic omakase experience at Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, our quintessential sushi restaurant. Our chefs craft Edomae sushi using premium ingredients from local markets, Tokyo’s Toyosu Market and Hokkaido. Highlighting the city’s rich culture, this experience includes a sushi counter made from 400-year-old Japanese cypress and tableware that blends regional influences, including Bizen ware from Okayama and Kiyomizu ware. Savour your meal as you gaze out at our Shakusui-en pond garden.
Steak and seafood
EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Our modern Kyoto steakhouse serves premium grilled meats alongside fresh seafood and local vegetables. Using techniques such as dry ageing and charcoal grilling, our chefs enhance the umami of carefully selected ingredients. Enjoy an exceptional steak restaurant experience in Kyoto, whether indoors with views of our pond garden or al fresco on the waterfront terrace.
Traditional Japanese tea
Fuju
Follow the pathway through our 12th-century Shakusui-en pond garden and cross the glass bridge for a traditional Japanese experience at Fuju lounge. Fuju serves local delights, including expertly crafted local sweets and matcha tea. In the evenings, sip a glass of Kyoto sake or premium champagne while on the terrace, which provides the perfect opportunity to gaze at the pond’s reflection.
Crafted pastries, specialty coffees and curated cocktails
THE LOUNGE & BAR
By day, our modern lobby lounge serves a selection of coffee set against the backdrop of Shakusui-en, an 800-year-old heritage pond garden. As twilight falls, the space transforms into a refined bar showcasing Kyoto-inspired cocktails, premium Japanese liqueurs and light artisanal snacks.
In-Room Dining
Whether you want to share a romantic dinner, enjoy a meal with your family in the privacy of your room or are looking for a quiet evening alone, our In-Room Dining menu offers Japanese and international favourites, alongside dishes from EMBA KYOTO GRILL, all just a tap away on your room’s iPad.
Coffee & Pastries
Takeaway
Perfect for at-home indulgence, our selection of seasonal items is crafted with care by our pastry and bakery team here at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto.
Sweets and savouries
Seasonal Afternoon Tea
Enjoy afternoon tea in Kyoto at EMBA KYOTO GRILL, where seasonally inspired savouries and elegant sweets are crafted by our pastry chef and served alongside views of our Hotel’s 800-year-old pond garden. Often referred to internationally as high tea, this refined afternoon tea experience reflects the changing seasons in a calm garden setting.
Edomae sushi
Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Indulge in an authentic omakase experience at Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, our quintessential sushi restaurant. Our chefs craft Edomae sushi using premium ingredients from local markets, Tokyo’s Toyosu Market and Hokkaido. Highlighting the city’s rich culture, this experience includes a sushi counter made from 400-year-old Japanese cypress and tableware that blends regional influences, including Bizen ware from Okayama and Kiyomizu ware. Savour your meal as you gaze out at our Shakusui-en pond garden.
Steak and seafood
EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Our modern Kyoto steakhouse serves premium grilled meats alongside fresh seafood and local vegetables. Using techniques such as dry ageing and charcoal grilling, our chefs enhance the umami of carefully selected ingredients. Enjoy an exceptional steak restaurant experience in Kyoto, whether indoors with views of our pond garden or al fresco on the waterfront terrace.
Traditional Japanese tea
Fuju
Follow the pathway through our 12th-century Shakusui-en pond garden and cross the glass bridge for a traditional Japanese experience at Fuju lounge. Fuju serves local delights, including expertly crafted local sweets and matcha tea. In the evenings, sip a glass of Kyoto sake or premium champagne while on the terrace, which provides the perfect opportunity to gaze at the pond’s reflection.
Crafted pastries, specialty coffees and curated cocktails
THE LOUNGE & BAR
By day, our modern lobby lounge serves a selection of coffee set against the backdrop of Shakusui-en, an 800-year-old heritage pond garden. As twilight falls, the space transforms into a refined bar showcasing Kyoto-inspired cocktails, premium Japanese liqueurs and light artisanal snacks.
In-Room Dining
Whether you want to share a romantic dinner, enjoy a meal with your family in the privacy of your room or are looking for a quiet evening alone, our In-Room Dining menu offers Japanese and international favourites, alongside dishes from EMBA KYOTO GRILL, all just a tap away on your room’s iPad.
Coffee & Pastries
Takeaway
Perfect for at-home indulgence, our selection of seasonal items is crafted with care by our pastry and bakery team here at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto.
Sweets and savouries
Seasonal Afternoon Tea
Enjoy afternoon tea in Kyoto at EMBA KYOTO GRILL, where seasonally inspired savouries and elegant sweets are crafted by our pastry chef and served alongside views of our Hotel’s 800-year-old pond garden. Often referred to internationally as high tea, this refined afternoon tea experience reflects the changing seasons in a calm garden setting.
Events
Asaneri Warabi Mochi – Matcha Set at Fuju
Available March 1 to May 31
Freshly kneaded each morning, our house-made warabi mochi is paired with rich black sugar syrup and Kyoto Uji matcha syrup. Designed for a tranquil spring escape, this matcha set includes a seasonal wagashi from Kyoto’s long-established confectioner Oimatsu. JPY 3,200.
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Lemon & Honey Afternoon Tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Available March 1 – May 31, 12:00 noon, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm (120-minute seating)
Embrace spring’s promise with our seasonal Afternoon Tea, where fresh citrus dances with soothing honey to awaken your senses. Soft sunshine and fresh foliage frame each moment as the afternoon unfolds along our 800-year-old pond garden. The menu is elevated with seasonal ingredients like asparagus and kumquat. Weekdays JPY 8,000 per person; weekends and holidays JPY 8,800 per person.
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Matcha Parfait at THE LOUNGE & BAR
Available March 1 – May 31, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Capturing the essence of spring in Kyoto, this limited-time parfait reveals a bouquet of delights: strawberry compote with a touch of yuzu, matcha chocolate sauce, Azuki and elderflower jelly. Topped with house-made warabi mochi and matcha ice cream – and finished with a drizzle of warm matcha chocolate sauce. JPY 4,000. Limit of 20 servings per day. Orders required.
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Kiwami Omakase Course at Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Available March 1 to May 31
Our spring omakase journeys elevate exceptional ingredients with a rare finesse. Indulge your palate with Japanese spiny lobster, Kuruma shrimp and Botan shrimp – prepared with meticulous care to draw out their natural sweetness and depth of flavour. Each plate unveils subtle pleasures, shaped by expert hands. Available from JPY 29,500 to JPY 49,500.
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“Together” Seasonal Menu at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Available for lunch and dinner January 9 to March 31
Come together with family and friends for a selection of dishes that reflect winter’s serene beauty – from the crisp air to the quiet landscape. Delight in the season’s finest flavours with creations like Hyogo snow crab fromage with caviar and grilled Wagyu fillet with smoked sunchoke and lotus root. Four-course lunch: JPY 7,000; five-course dinner: JPY 17,000.
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Lazy Sunday Brunch at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Available every Sunday, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm (last order at 2:00 pm)
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a Sunday feast of pure indulgence. Set against the scenic vistas of our 800-year-old heritage pond garden, savour carefully curated flavours and free-flowing champagne in a tranquil setting. 120-minute seating. JPY 9,500 per person; JPY 12,500 per person with non-alcohol free flow; JPY 17,500 per person with alcohol free flow.
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