Aug. 10, 2023 UPDATE

Japanese Cuisine Sakai

- 日本料理さかい -
Traveler Friendly
There are no English menus, and the owner does not speak English perfectly, but he will serve you kindly using gestures.
Menu
Japanese only
Languages spoken
Japanese only
2051 11 8.0 2 reviews
Aug. 10, 2023 UPDATE

Japanese Cuisine Sakai

- 日本料理さかい -
Traveler Friendly
There are no English menus, and the owner does not speak English perfectly, but he will serve you kindly using gestures.
Menu
Japanese only
Languages spoken
Japanese only
2051 11 8.0 2 reviews
Story & Recommendation
Savor refined Japanese dishes, made with care and sincerity
Japanese Cuisine Sakai is located in a quiet residential area south of the Kyoto Imperial Palace, a 10-minute walk from the Subway Marutamachi Station. As it’s found deep within the first floor of a mixed-use building, you may find yourself wondering, “Is this the right place?” Rest easy, though. As soon as you step inside, you’ll be greeted by the kind host, along with the savory aroma of a charcoal grill. This restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere, where you can feel a sense of calm and friendliness that will smoothly sweep away any tension. If there’s one word that represents Sakai’s food, it’s “care.” The food’s made with all the care imaginable. Their dishes are not flashy or astonishingly novel, but you can truly sense the care and sincerity poured into every aspect. The importance the owner places on guests here steadily shines through, dish-by-dish, providing deep satisfaction to the mind and body. The more you eat, the happier you’ll get. Sakai, a restaurant offering delicious Japanese cuisine, where the good-humored, friendly host comes out to greet you. This local fixture is one you’ve got to visit when you’re in Kyoto. *This restaurant is reservations-only, so please make sure to make a reservation through Sharing Kyoto.
  • Sharing Kyoto Staff
    Shiho's Comment
User Reviews
8.0 Excellent
food9.0 service8.5 atmosphere6.5
Mr.Yamasaki - Japan
Nov. 29, 2018
Laura - Japan
Oct. 04, 2018
Details
Open Hours
Lunch: 12:00-15:00 (last entry at 13:00) Evening: 18:00-22:00 (last entry at 19:00)
Reservations
Please be sure to make a reservation. Reservations must be made through a professional such as a hotel concierge.
Closed
Wednesday
Price range
¥10,000 - ¥15,000
Credit cards
Not Accepted
Number of seats
Up to 11.
Private dining rooms
Nothing
Non smoking / smoking
Non smoking
Please be sure to arrive on time for your reservation.
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