Gion Sushi Yoshi
祇園 鮨よし
Sushi in Gion, Kiyomizu-dera & Higashiyama, Kyoto, 3 min walk from Gion-shijo Station
Our analysis
- ¥14,300least expensive dinner course; median ¥16,500
- Phonebookings only
Dinner ¥15,000–19,999Closed SundaysBook by phone
All 22 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 17
Inside 5
Its least expensive dinner course is ¥14,300 (on Tabelog), 13% below the ¥16,500 median of the 21 sushi restaurants in Kyoto ranked nearest to it; at lunch, ¥8,800 (on Tabelog) is 10% below the ¥9,800 median of 21. It takes bookings by phone only; 20 of the 64 sushi restaurants in Kyoto can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter, a less expensive lunch (from ¥8,800, 38% below its least expensive dinner course), a late dinner (open until 23:00), and dining alone (Tabelog's users recommend it for one).
How it compares
Sushi restaurants in Gion, Kiyomizu-dera & Higashiyama 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Nakamura | — | ¥21,000 | ¥13,000 | Online in English (Pocket Concierge) | — | 3 min, Gion-shijo | Sun |
| Gion Sushi Roku | — | ¥13,200 | — | No public phone or online | — | 3 min, Gion-shijo | Wed |
| Sushi Sanjusou | — | ¥11,000 | — | Phone only | — | 6 min, Gion-shijo | Mon |
| Sushi Dokoro Kita no Sachi | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Phone only | — | 3 min, Gion-shijo | Sun |
| Gion Sushi Yoshi | — | ¥14,300 | ¥8,800 | Phone only | — | 3 min, Gion-shijo | Sun |
| Nao | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Online, Japanese only | — | 5 min, Gion-shijo | Sun |
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 | |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats |
How to book Gion Sushi Yoshi
- Call 050-5595-4010 (+81-50-5595-4010 from outside Japan). Staff may speak only Japanese, so a hotel concierge can call for you.
- Dining alone: recommended for one by Tabelog's users; say you are one when you book. Solo dining in Kyoto.
Can't get a table? Sushi nearby you can book online
Sushi MatsumotoGion, Kiyomizu-dera & Higashiyama, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.73
Sushi RakumiGion, Kiyomizu-dera & Higashiyama, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.65
Sushi Kappo NakaichiGion, Kiyomizu-dera & Higashiyama, ¥15,000–19,999, Tabelog 3.56
Sushi NakamuraGion, Kiyomizu-dera & Higashiyama, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.09
Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Edo-Mae Lunch Course
Lunch · 2 hr at the table · 2–4 guests
- Sashimi
- Nigiri sushi
What is served (6)
- Appetizer
- Sashimi
- pieces of Nigiri
- Roll
- Soup
- Dessert
¥8,800
per person, tax incl., ≈$60
Cheapest
Omakase Sushi Course: Enjoy Authentic Edomae Sushi Crafted with Masterful Techniques to Your Heart's ContentMost booked
Dinner · 2 hr at the table
- Nigiri sushi
¥14,300
per person, tax incl., ≈$100
¥5,500 more than the one above
Ultimate Omakase Course" Enjoy a selection of the chef's finest dishes, from appetizers to our proud Edomae sushi.Most booked
Dinner · 2 hr at the table
- Nigiri sushi
- Sashimi
What is served (7)
- ~Example Course~
- Appetizer
- Sashimi
- Grilled Dish
- Fried Dish
- Pieces of Sushi
- Types of Rolls
¥18,700
per person, tax incl., ≈$120
¥4,400 more than the one above
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
On Instagram
Prices
| Dinner | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Lunch | ¥8,000–9,999 per person |
| Diners report spending | ¥15,000–19,999 at dinner |
| Service charge | Service Charge Information for Gion Sushi Yoshi At Gion Sushi Yoshi, a service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. This charge is customary in our establishment and helps us maintain the high level of service that our guests expect. Thank you for your understanding. |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Accepted, QR code payments accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–15:00, 17:00–23:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00–15:00, 17:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–15:00, 17:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–15:00, 17:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–15:00, 17:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–15:00, 17:00–23:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 18 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | No |
| Private hire | Not possible |
| Smoking | Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only) The revised Health Promotion Act for passive smoking prevention has been in effect since April 1, 2020. Please check with the restaurant for the most up-to-date information. |
| Children | Ask the restaurant before bringing children |
| Dress code | none |
| Setting | Relaxing space, Spacious seating, Counter seating |
| Drinks | Particular about Sake (Nihonshu) |
| Opened | June 2021 |
Getting there
3 min walk (260 m) from Gion-shijo Station, Exit 7.
Also near: Kyoto-Kawaramachi: 6 min · Sanjō Keihan: 9 min
- Leave Gion-shijo Station by Exit 7 and walk east for 180 m.
- Bear left at Tsujiri and walk 50 m.
Gion Sushi Yoshi is on your left.
On your left
Look for
祇園 鮨よし
The restaurant's name, as on its sign
Show this to a taxi driver
祇園 鮨よし京都府京都市東山区富永町132 おかるビル 2F
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 132 Tominagacho Higashiyama-ku Kyoto, Kyoto 605-0078 |
|---|---|
| Stations |
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| Directions | - Keihan Main Line: Gion Shijo Station, 3 minutes on foot. |
Nearby
Sights within a walk
- Yasaka Shrine, 410 m, about 7 min walk
Questions visitors ask
How much does Gion Sushi Yoshi cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥15,000–19,999 per person and lunch at ¥8,000–9,999. Drinks and a service charge (Service Charge Information for Gion Sushi Yoshi At Gion Sushi Yoshi, a service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. This charge is customary in our establishment and helps us maintain the high level of service that our guests expect. Thank you for your understanding.) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
When is Gion Sushi Yoshi closed?
It is closed on Sundays.
Can I bring children to Gion Sushi Yoshi?
Ask the restaurant before bringing children.
What is the nearest station to Gion Sushi Yoshi?
Gion-shijo Station, about 3 minutes on foot (260 m). Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station is about 7 minutes away.
Does Gion Sushi Yoshi have a dress code?
none
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026); the walking directions from OpenStreetMap. Report a correction.