Kien
帰燕
Kaiseki in Tameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki, Tokyo, 4 min walk from Tameike-Sannō Station
Our analysis
- #3of 18 kaiseki restaurants in Tameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki
- ¥20,790least expensive dinner course; median ¥22,000
- 2×Tabelog 100
- Japaneseonline booking only
Dinner ¥20,000–29,999Closed SundaysBook by phone
All 11 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 6
Inside 4
Entrance 1
In our ranking, Kien is 3rd of the 18 kaiseki restaurants in Tameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki and 131st of 1,067 in Tokyo. Its least expensive dinner course is ¥20,790 (on Tabelog), about the same as the ¥22,000 median of the 21 kaiseki restaurants in Tokyo ranked nearest to it; at lunch, ¥9,790 (on Tabelog) is 11% below the ¥11,000 median of 21. Its record: Tabelog 100 in 2021 and 2025. It takes bookings online only in Japanese, on Ikyu Restaurant; 367 of the 1,067 kaiseki restaurants in Tokyo can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter, a private room, a less expensive lunch (from ¥9,790, 53% below its least expensive dinner course), and a late dinner (open until 23:00).
How it compares
Kaiseki restaurants in Tameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Tokyo | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kien | #131 | ¥20,790 | ¥9,790 | Online, Japanese only | Tabelog 100 2025 | 4 min, Tameike-Sannō | Sun |
| Japanese cuisine Unkai | #205 | ¥19,000 | ¥7,500 | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 4 min, Tameike-Sannō | Mon |
| Teppanyaki Sazanka | #226 | ¥25,000 | ¥9,800 | Online in English (TableCheck) | Tabelog 100 2025 | 9 min, Toranomon Hills | — |
| Japanese cuisine Yamazato | #251 | ¥20,000 | ¥6,800 | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 7 min, Kamiyachō | — |
| Sushi KOUMEI | #294 | ¥22,000 | ¥13,000 | Online, Japanese only | — | 1 min, Toranomon Hills | — |
| Japanese cuisine Suiren | — | ¥21,000 | ¥10,500 | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 1 min, Tameike-Sannō | — |
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 |
| Website | In English |
| Payment | |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats, Private rooms |
How to book Kien
- The restaurant also takes online bookings in Japanese through Ikyu Restaurant.
- Call 050-5872-5912 (+81-50-5872-5912 from outside Japan). Staff may speak only Japanese, so a hotel concierge can call for you.
Can't get a table? Kaiseki nearby you can book online
Japanese cuisine UnkaiTameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.65
Teppanyaki SazankaTameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.60
Japanese cuisine YamazatoTameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.60
Japanese cuisine SuirenTameike–Sanno & Kasumigaseki, ¥20,000–29,999, Tabelog 3.55
Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Lunch Kaiseki "YoshiMost booked
Lunch · 8 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table
- Kaiseki
- Sea urchin
- Truffle
¥9,790
per person, tax incl., ≈$70
Cheapest
Lunch Kaiseki "Fuku
Lunch · 9 dishes
- Kaiseki
¥13,750
per person, tax incl., ≈$90
¥3,960 more than the one above
Lunch Kaiseki "SpecialMost booked
Lunch · 9 dishes · 2–4 guests
- Kaiseki
¥17,600
per person, tax incl., ≈$120
¥3,850 more than the one above
Evening Kaiseki "Yoshi
Dinner · 9 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table
- Kaiseki
¥20,790
per person, tax incl., ≈$140
¥3,190 more than the one above
Evening Kaiseki "Fuku
Dinner · 9 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table
- Kaiseki
- Wagyu
¥24,750
per person, tax incl., ≈$170
¥3,960 more than the one above
Evening Kaiseki "Special
Dinner · 10 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table
- Kaiseki
¥29,150
per person, tax incl., ≈$190
¥4,400 more than the one above
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
Prices
| Dinner | ¥20,000–29,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Lunch | ¥8,000–9,999 per person |
| Diners report spending | ¥30,000–39,999 at dinner, ¥2,000–2,999 at lunch |
| Service charge | 10% (for course meals only) |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Not accepted, QR code payments accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 20 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Children | Children are welcome |
| Dress code | Dress Code at Kien At Kien, we kindly ask our guests to adhere to a smart casual dress code. This means that while we encourage you to dress elegantly, we also want you to feel comfortable. Please avoid overly casual attire such as flip-flops, shorts, or beachwear. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to our Japanese dining experience. |
| Setting | Hideout, A house restaurant, Relaxing space, Counter seating |
| Drinks | Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine, Particular about Sake (Nihonshu), Particular about wine |
Getting there
4 min walk (340 m) from Tameike-Sannō Station.
Also near: Roppongi-itchōme (Exit 3): 5 min · Akasaka (Exit 5a): 7 min
- Leave Tameike-Sannō Station and walk south for 120 m.
- Bear right and walk 140 m.
- Turn right and walk 40 m.
- Turn left and walk 20 m.
Kien is on your right.
On your right
Look for
帰燕
The restaurant's name, as on its sign
The entrance, in the restaurant's own photo
Show this to a taxi driver
帰燕東京都港区赤坂2-18-8
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 2-18-8 Akasaka Minato, Tokyo 107-0052 |
|---|---|
| Stations |
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| Directions | - 3-minute walk from Exit 12 of Tameike-Sanno Station on the Tokyo Metro. |
Nearby
Luxury hotels nearby
- ANA InterContinental Tokyo, 140 m, about 3 min walk
- The Okura Tokyo, 450 m, about 8 min walk
- Hotel Toranomon Hills, 610 m, about 10 min walk
Awards
- Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO “Tabelog 100”, 2025
- Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO “Tabelog 100”, 2021
From the restaurant's website
| Name | Akasaka Kien |
|---|
As stated on akasaka-kien.com, checked in November 2026.
Questions visitors ask
How much does Kien cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥20,000–29,999 per person and lunch at ¥8,000–9,999. Drinks and a service charge (10% (for course meals only)) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
When is Kien closed?
It is closed on Sundays.
Can I bring children to Kien?
Children are welcome.
What is the nearest station to Kien?
Tameike-Sannō Station, about 4 minutes on foot (340 m). Roppongi-itchōme Station is about 8 minutes away.
Does Kien have a dress code?
Dress Code at Kien At Kien, we kindly ask our guests to adhere to a smart casual dress code. This means that while we encourage you to dress elegantly, we also want you to feel comfortable. Please avoid overly casual attire such as flip-flops, shorts, or beachwear. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to our Japanese dining experience.
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.