Discover Kyoto restaurants and fine dining at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto. Savour grilled meats, traditional sweets and beautifully prepared bento lunch boxes, all enjoyed beside our 800-year-old pond garden. Each dining experience reflects Kyoto’s culinary heritage while offering a refined setting in the heart of the city.

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.
  • Snacks and cocktails

    SEY

    Drawing inspiration from traditional izakayas, SEY is one of Kyoto’s most refined cocktail bar experiences. Signature cocktails that capture the essence of Japan in a glass are complemented by an exceptional selection of artisanal local spirits and classic Japanese whiskies. Set within Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto in the historic Higashiyama district, the experience is further enhanced by a thoughtful menu of bar snacks – elegant interpretations of izakaya favourites designed to accompany every sip.
  • 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 and 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.
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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.

Snacks and cocktails

SEY

Drawing inspiration from traditional izakayas, SEY is one of Kyoto’s most refined cocktail bar experiences. Signature cocktails that capture the essence of Japan in a glass are complemented by an exceptional selection of artisanal local spirits and classic Japanese whiskies. Set within Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto in the historic Higashiyama district, the experience is further enhanced by a thoughtful menu of bar snacks – elegant interpretations of izakaya favourites designed to accompany every sip.

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 and 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.

Prix Fixe Menus

Events

Kakigori at FUJU
Available May 29 to September 6
FUJU introduces two signature summer Kakigori. Savour these fluffy shaved-ice desserts in a tranquil setting overlooking the shimmering waters and lush greenery of our Japanese pond garden. Matcha Peach Kakigori layers fragrant Uji matcha with Japanese peach compote, and Strawberry Yoghurt Kakigori pairs the acidity of summer strawberries with yoghurt’s gentle richness. Light and refreshing – they’re a perfect summer delight. JPY 3,800 each.
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Summer Reverie Afternoon Tea at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Available June 1 to August 31, 12:00 noon, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm (120-minute seatings)
The Summer Reverie Afternoon Tea presents a refined harmony of French and Japanese sensibilities, inspired by the brilliance of Baccarat. Featuring traditional French pastries from the Lorraine region paired with Kyoto’s seasonal ingredients, this elegant experience is highlighted by luscious summer peaches and a radiant palette of Baccarat red. Enjoy indoors or on the terrace overlooking our Hotel’s serene pond garden, Shakusui-en. JPY 9,800 per person.
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Summer Mojitos at SEY
Available June 1 to August 31
Cool down with our trio of refreshing seasonal mojitos. From a yuzu-kissed coffee mojito to a tropical mezcal blend and a coconut-shiso fusion with lychee notes, each cocktail offers a different expression of summer’s vibrancy. JPY 3,800 each.
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Kiwami Omakase Course at Sushi Ginza Onodera at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Available June 1 to August 31
For just three precious months each year, sea urchin sourced from Hokkaido’s Rebun and Rishiri islands makes its appearance at our omakase restaurant. Savour the matchless flavours of this midsummer harvest, composed into exquisite appetizers and delicate nigiri. JPY 49,500.
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“Together” Seasonal Menu at EMBA KYOTO GRILL
Available June 1 to August 31 for lunch and dinner
Locally grown Manganji peppers lead the seasonal menu, lending a subtle vitality to each course. Savour them slow-cooked as a confit with our gourmet Surf & Turf and relish their surprising warmth in a fruit-filled tart. The pièce de résistance is our Kyoto Beef Sirloin, its marbled sweetness pairing perfectly with the grilled peppers. Serene views of our heritage pond garden complete this seasonal showcase. Four-course lunch: JPY 7,000; five-course dinner: JPY 17,000.
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Mango Parfait at SEY
Available June 1 to August 31, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
A tropical celebration in a glass, this summer parfait layers silky jasmine‑white chocolate cream, fragrant lychee jelly, coconut accents and mango in its freshest form. A bright, uplifting harmony, crafted to capture the essence of the season. JPY 3,800. Limit of 20 servings per day. Orders required.
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