Yoshiya
余志屋
Kaiseki in Imperial Palace Area, Kyoto, 4 min walk from Sanjo Station
Our analysis
- 55%of high-end restaurants in Kyoto have a higher dinner budget
- Phonebookings only
Dinner ¥15,000–19,999Closed MondaysBook by phone
All 12 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 8
Inside 4
Its dinner budget on Tabelog (¥15,000–19,999) is lower than that of 55% of the high-end restaurants in Kyoto in this guide, and lower than that of 60% of its kaiseki restaurants. It takes bookings by phone only; 132 of the 332 kaiseki restaurants in Kyoto can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter and a private room (for 2, 4, 6, or 8).
How it compares
Kaiseki restaurants in Imperial Palace Area 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takezaki | — | ¥33,000 | budget ¥8,000–9,999 | Phone only | Bronze 2020 | 5 min, Karasuma Oike | — |
| Wine to Washoku Mikuri | — | ¥20,000 | ¥8,800 | Online, Japanese only | — | 4 min, Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae | Mon |
| Kappo Harada | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Phone only | — | 6 min, Jingū-Marutamachi | — |
| Kyo Tominokoji Tempura Yoshikawa | — | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | budget ¥6,000–7,999 | Online, Japanese only | Tabelog 100 2025 | 3 min, Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae | Tue, Wed |
| Kyoto Sanjo Haku | — | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | ¥11,000 | Online in English (TableCheck) | Tabelog 100 2026 | 3 min, Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae | Tue |
| Yoshiya | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Phone only | — | 4 min, Sanjo | Mon |
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, Private rooms, Tatami room |
How to book Yoshiya
- Call 075-221-5115 (+81-75-221-5115 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
The food
Photos from the restaurant's page on Tabelog.
Prices
| Dinner | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Diners report spending | ¥10,000–14,999 at dinner |
| Service charge | Regarding the service charge at Yoshiya, please note that a service fee will be added to your bill. |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Not accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | 17:00–22:00 |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in photos from the restaurant's page on Tabelog.
| Seats | 28 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 2, 4, 6, or 8 people |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Dress code | Dress Code at Yoshiya At Yoshiya, we kindly ask our guests to adhere to a smart casual dress code. This means that while we encourage you to dress comfortably, we also appreciate a polished appearance. Please avoid overly casual attire such as flip-flops, beachwear, or gym clothes. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you! |
| Setting | Hideout, A house restaurant, Counter seating, Tatami room |
| Drinks | Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits) |
Getting there
4 min walk (340 m) from Sanjo Station.
Also near: Gion-shijo (Exit 4): 6 min · Sanjō Keihan: 6 min
- Leave Sanjo Station and walk north for 90 m.
- Turn left at Lawson and walk 60 m.
- Turn right and walk 20 m.
- Turn left at Coffee Yoshida onto Pontochō Alley and walk 150 m.
Yoshiya is on your right.
On your right
Look for
余志屋
The restaurant's name, as on its sign
Show this to a taxi driver
余志屋京都府京都市中京区先斗町通三条下ル材木町188
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 188 -, Kyoto 604-8017 |
|---|---|
| Stations |
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| Directions | 8 minutes from Kawaramachi Station. |
Nearby
Sights within a walk
- Nishiki Market, 490 m, about 8 min walk
Luxury hotels nearby
- Hotel Okura Kyoto, 670 m, about 11 min walk
- The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, 750 m, about 12 min walk
Questions visitors ask
How much does Yoshiya cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥15,000–19,999 per person. Drinks and a service charge (Regarding the service charge at Yoshiya, please note that a service fee will be added to your bill.) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
When is Yoshiya closed?
It is closed on Mondays.
What is the nearest station to Yoshiya?
Sanjo Station, about 4 minutes on foot (340 m). Sanjō Keihan Station is about 6 minutes away.
Does Yoshiya have a dress code?
Dress Code at Yoshiya At Yoshiya, we kindly ask our guests to adhere to a smart casual dress code. This means that while we encourage you to dress comfortably, we also appreciate a polished appearance. Please avoid overly casual attire such as flip-flops, beachwear, or gym clothes. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you!
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026); the walking directions from OpenStreetMap. Report a correction.