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2026.07.22

Why not spend a special moment in a private space where you can truly relax?

Why not spend a special moment in a private space where you can truly relax?

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo Utage Kyoto Station Branch, where every seat is in a private room.

The sun has been shining brightly day after day, and the chorus of cicadas heralds the arrival of summer. The streets of Kyoto are brimming with vitality. Today, we’d like to introduce our restaurant’s ambiance and the unique experience we offer, centered on the theme of “a luxurious time spent in a private room” where you can escape the hot sun and enjoy heartfelt conversations with your loved ones to your heart’s content.


The Appeal of Completely Private Rooms Enveloped in Silence

What we value most is creating an environment where our guests can forget the hustle and bustle around them and focus on their conversation with the person sitting across from them. Our all-private-room setup is more than just a partition—it’s a commitment to safeguarding our guests’ private time. Despite our bustling location right in front of Kyoto Station, once you close the door, you’ll find yourself in a quiet, separate world. Whether it’s an important business meeting, a deep conversation with close friends, or celebrating a special occasion, you can enjoy a calm atmosphere no matter the occasion. The spaces, separated by walls and doors, allow you to relax and enjoy your meal without worrying about the gaze of other guests, ensuring you experience true peace of mind. The time spent in these quiet private rooms will be a precious experience that lets you forget the hustle and bustle of daily life.

A variety of spaces to choose from depending on the number of guests

We offer a variety of private rooms to accommodate everything from small groups to large parties. Our compact private rooms for two are perfect for intimate dates or quiet dinners. Additionally, our medium-sized private rooms—seating 4, 6, or 7 guests—are the ideal size for family gatherings or dinners with friends. Furthermore, we have private rooms that can accommodate up to 12 or 14 guests, allowing us to flexibly accommodate business banquets and large gatherings. By guiding you to the space best suited to your group size, we ensure you can enjoy a comfortable atmosphere—neither too spacious nor too cramped. While all private rooms are functional, they feature a calm interior design that evokes a traditional Japanese ambiance, making them spaces you can confidently choose when hosting your most valued guests.

How to Choose a Banquet Course That Offers Great Value

We offer a wide variety of banquet courses to suit your budget and occasion. For example, the “Taste Course” and “All-Chicken Course” are ideal for those looking for an affordable experience, while luxurious options like the “Four Seasons Kaiseki Course” and “Japanese-Western Fusion Course” are perfect for special occasions. Additionally, if you’d like to gather around a hot pot, the “White Offal Hot Pot Course” and “Taiwanese Offal Hot Pot Course” are popular choices. All courses include a 2-hour all-you-can-drink plan, which is a major benefit as it allows you to fully enjoy the food and drinks without worrying about additional charges. Furthermore, you can choose between “Standard” and “Premium” all-you-can-drink plans, ensuring even those with specific preferences regarding drink selection will be satisfied. Spending time leisurely savoring a course meal in a private room is sure to make your gathering even more special.


Store Information

All private rooms Rakuzo Utage Kyoto Ekimae Branch

address (e.g. of house)
600-8216
Reception 4F Daiwa Kaihatsu Kyoto Ekimae Building 4F, Higashishioji-cho 730, Higashinotoin-dori Shichijo-sagaru 2-chome, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Japan
Access
1 minute walk from Exit 1 of Kyoto Station on Subway Karasuma Line
3 minutes walk from JR Kyoto Station Central Exit
Phone number
050-2018-8983
Business Hours
Weekdays: 17:00-23:00
Saturday: 16:00-23:00
(L.O. 22:00 / Drink L.O. 22:30)

Sunday: 16:00-22:30
(L.O. 22:00 / Drink L.O. 22:00)

Banquets can be held before business hours! (Early and late discounts available)
regular closing day
without a holiday
Average budget
4,000 yen (regular average)/4,300 yen (banquet average)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DinersClub, UnionPay, discoverCard
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-pay, auPay, Rakuten Pay, Melpay, ALIPAY, WeChat Pay, Quick Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
ID

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
172 seats
Horigotatsu seats available, couples seats available
Banquet Max.
40 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
Wi-Fi
nil

There is an appetizer as a seat charge (included in the course price).
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