Daitokuji Sushi Cho
大徳寺 鮨長
Sushi in Takaragaike & Kitayama, Kyoto, 15 min walk from Kitaōji Station
Our analysis
- ¥7,700least expensive dinner course; median ¥16,500
- Japaneseonline booking only
Dinner ¥15,000–19,999Book by phone
All 28 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 20
Inside 6
Entrance 2
Its least expensive dinner course is ¥7,700 (on Tabelog), 53% below the ¥16,500 median of the 21 sushi restaurants in Kyoto ranked nearest to it. It takes bookings online only in Japanese, on Ikyu Restaurant; 20 of the 64 sushi restaurants in Kyoto can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter, a private room (for 2, 4, 6, or 8), a meal with children (its Tabelog listing says they are welcome), and an anniversary (it prepares a celebration if asked when booking). Course prices that sources agree on: ¥7,700 on both Tabelog and Ikyu; ¥11,000 on both Tabelog and Ikyu.
How it compares
Sushi restaurants in Takaragaike & Kitayama with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Kyoto | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hide Zushi | #14 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | — | Phone only | — | 8 min, Matsugasaki | Mon |
| Sushi Kawano | #19 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | budget ¥10,000–14,999 | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 9 min, Kitaōji | Mon |
| Shimogamo Ichima | — | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | ¥5,500 | Phone only | — | 8 min, Kitaōji | Wed |
| Daitokuji Sushi Cho | — | ¥7,700 | ¥7,700 | Online, Japanese only | — | 15 min, Kitaōji | — |
| Chinnen | — | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | — | Phone only | — | 4 min, Kuramaguchi | Wed |
For international visitors
Book through a concierge
No online booking in English and no menu or staff in English are listed. A hotel concierge can book for you.
| Menu | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Staff | Not listed |
| Payment | |
| Diet | Vegetarian |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats, Private rooms, Tatami room, Free Wi-Fi |
How to book Daitokuji Sushi Cho
- The restaurant also takes online bookings in Japanese through Ikyu Restaurant.
- Call 075-493-6555 (+81-75-493-6555 from outside Japan). Staff may speak only Japanese, so a hotel concierge can call for you.
- Anniversaries and birthdays: the restaurant prepares a celebration if you ask when you book (a dessert plate with your message, a cake or a surprise). More in Kyoto.
Can't get a table? Sushi nearby you can book online
Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Edo-Mae Sushi Set: 7 Nigiri Sushi and Seasonal Authentic Edo-Mae Sushi including Norimaki at an Affordable Price ≪Lunch
Dinner · 2 hr at the table
- Nigiri sushi
- Seasonal ingredients
What is served (4)
- pieces of Nigiri Sushi
- roll of Nori Maki
- Soup
- Dessert
¥7,700
per person, tax incl., ≈$50
Cheapest
Edo-Mae Sushi Set: Enjoy 7 Pieces of Nigiri Sushi and Seasonal Edo-Mae Sushi at a Reasonable Price ≪Lunch and Dinner≫
2–6 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Seasonal ingredients
¥7,700
per person, tax incl., ≈$50
Edo-Mae Sushi Omakase Course - Enjoy 8 Premium Nigiri Sushi and 1 Roll, Omakase Style (Lunch & Dinner)
3 dishes · 2 hr at the table
- Nigiri sushi
What is served (4)
- pieces of Nigiri Sushi
- roll of Nori Sushi
- Soup
- Dessert
¥11,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$70
¥3,300 more than the one above
Enjoy exquisite Japanese cuisine in a charming Kyoto townhouse [Seasonal Sashimi, Grilled Dishes, Simmered Dishes, Sushi
Imadegawa
2 hr at the table
- Seasonal ingredients
- Sashimi
- Nigiri sushi
What is served (8)
- Appetizers
- Assorted Delicacies
- Grilled Dishes
- Sashimi
- Simmered Dishes
- Sushi
- Soup
- Dessert
¥11,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$70
Edo-Mae Sushi Omakase Course: Enjoy 8 Higher-Quality Nigiri Sushi and 1 Roll, Prepared Omakase Style ≪Lunch and Dinner≫
3 dishes · 2–6 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Seasonal ingredients
¥11,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$70
Enjoy Exquisite Japanese Cuisine in a Traditional Kyoto Townhouse with Seasonal Sashimi, Grilled Dishes, Simmered Dishes
2–6 guests
- Seasonal ingredients
- Sashimi
¥11,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$70
Kita-Ouji Course: Enjoy seasonal sashimi, simmered dishes, sushi, and more made with carefully selected ingredients by s
- Seasonal ingredients
- Sashimi
- Nigiri sushi
¥16,500
per person, tax incl., ≈$110
¥5,500 more than the one above
Kita-Oji Course: Savor Seasonal Sashimi, Simmered Dishes, Sushi, and More Using Carefully Selected Ingredients by Skille
- Seasonal ingredients
- Sashimi
- Nigiri sushi
¥16,500
per person, tax incl., ≈$110
Enjoy authentic Edomae sushi prepared right in front of you with seasonal ingredients carefully selected by the chef. Av
Omakase Sushi Special Course
2 hr at the table
- Nigiri sushi
- Seasonal ingredients
¥22,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$150
¥5,500 more than the one above
Daitokuji Course: A Relaxing Plan to Enjoy Appetizers, Sashimi, Sushi, and Dessert ≪Lunch & Dinner≫
- Sashimi
- Nigiri sushi
¥22,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$150
Omakase Sushi Special Course: Savor Authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Prepared Right in Front of You with Carefully Selected Seaso
2–6 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Seasonal ingredients
¥22,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$150
Daitokuji Course: A Relaxing Plan Enjoying Appetizers, Sashimi, Sushi, and Dessert (Lunch & Dinner)
2–6 guests
- Sashimi
- Nigiri sushi
¥22,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$150
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
Prices
| Dinner | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Lunch | ¥6,000–7,999 per person |
| Diners report spending | ¥10,000–14,999 at dinner, ¥6,000–7,999 at lunch |
| Service charge | Service Charge Information for Daitokuji Sushi Cho At Daitokuji Sushi Cho, a service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. We appreciate your understanding and support. |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Accepted, QR code payments accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
| Wednesday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
| Thursday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
| Friday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
| Saturday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
| Sunday | 11:30–14:00, 17:00–21:01 |
| Public holidays | Open |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 12 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 2, 4, 6, or 8 people |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Largest group | 20 people |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Children | Children are welcome |
| Setting | Hideout, A house restaurant, Stylish space, Relaxing space, Spacious seating, Counter seating, Tatami room, Free Wi-Fi available |
| Drinks | Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine |
| Services | Parties over 2.5 hours, Celebrations and surprises, Pet friendly (Good for pets), Take-out, Delivery |
| Opened | July 2018 |
Getting there
15 min walk (1,210 m) from Kitaōji Station, Exit 2.
Also near: Kuramaguchi (Exit 2): 23 min
- Leave Kitaōji Station by Exit 2 and walk south-west for 130 m.
- Turn right onto Muromachi street and walk 80 m.
- Turn left and walk 550 m.
- Turn right and walk 90 m.
- Bear right onto Inokuma street and walk 50 m.
- Turn left and walk 300 m.
Daitokuji Sushi Cho is on your right.
On your right
Look for
大徳寺 鮨長
The restaurant's name, as on its sign
The entrance, in the restaurant's own photo
Show this to a taxi driver
大徳寺 鮨長京都府京都市北区紫野上門前町34
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 34 Murasakino Kamimonzencho Kita-ku Kyoto, Kyoto 603-8217 |
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| Stations |
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| Directions | 5 minutes walk from Kyoto City Bus Daitokuji-mae bus stop. |
Questions visitors ask
How much does Daitokuji Sushi Cho cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥15,000–19,999 per person and lunch at ¥6,000–7,999. Drinks and a service charge (Service Charge Information for Daitokuji Sushi Cho At Daitokuji Sushi Cho, a service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. We appreciate your understanding and support.) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
Can I bring children to Daitokuji Sushi Cho?
Children are welcome.
What is the nearest station to Daitokuji Sushi Cho?
Kitaōji Station, about 15 minutes on foot (1,210 m). Kuramaguchi Station is about 22 minutes away.
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026), Ikyu, and the restaurant's website; the walking directions from OpenStreetMap. Report a correction.