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 Kyoto afternoon tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL, featuring seasonally inspired savouries and elegant sweets crafted by our pastry chef – all served in a alongside views of our 800-year-old pond garden that transforms with season.
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 Kyoto afternoon tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL, featuring seasonally inspired savouries and elegant sweets crafted by our pastry chef – all served in a alongside views of our 800-year-old pond garden that transforms with season.
Prix Fixe Menus
Events
Hojicha Shiratama Zenzai at Fuju
Available through February 28
Opening with the rich, roasted aroma of hojicha from Marukyu Koyamaen, a renowned Uji tea producer, this Japanese dessert combines sweet azuki beans with candied chestnuts and soft rice dumplings (shiratama). JPY 3,200.
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Journey Through Japan: Kyoto Meets Kanazawa at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Available for lunch and dinner December 1 to 19 and 26 to 29
Delight in the abundant gifts of the Sea of Japan and earthy Kaga vegetables, artfully brought together in our curated course menu. For dessert, savour a crème brûlée infused with Kanazawa’s signature lightly roasted Kaga Bōcha tea and a sweet potato creation crafted from the prized Gorojima Kintoki variety. Four-course lunch: JPY 7,000; five-course lunch: JPY 10,500; five-course dinner: JPY 17,000.
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Festive Cocktail Collection at THE LOUNGE & BAR
December 1–25
Raise a glass with our inventive Christmas cocktails. Vodka-based Tiramisu offers a liquid take on one of our favourite desserts, while Strawberry Fog enchants with notes of gin and strawberry milk punch. For a non-alcoholic option Santa Berry is a vibrant mocktail sparkling with festive cheer. Mocktails JPY 3,000 each; cocktails JPY 3,500 each.
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Strawberry Afternoon Tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
December 26 to February 28, 12:00 noon, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm (120-minute seating with 90 minutes of free flow)
Taste winter in full bloom with our strawberry sweets, including the delicately perfumed strawberry rose mousse. The savouries showcase Kyoto’s seasonal bounty, with highlights like the parmesan gougère and a chilled soup with sweet Kujo spring onions. Weekdays JPY 7,000 per person; weekends and holidays JPY 7,800 per person.
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Omakase Courses at Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Available for dinner
Savour the refined pleasures of Edomae-style sushi at our sleek counter carved from a 400-year-old Japanese cypress. Crafted with fresh ingredients from markets in Kyoto, Hokkaido and Tokyo, this omakase experience unfolds a variety of seasonal appetizers and fresh nigiri. Seasonal omakase: JPY 29,500; signature omakase: JPY 37,500; chef’s special omakase: JPY 49,500.
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