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2026.08.05

Limited-edition flavors to brighten your late-summer evenings and a special moment spent in a private room

Limited-edition flavors to brighten your late-summer evenings and a special moment spent in a private room

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

It’s that time of year when a breeze that signals the end of summer blows through the twilight sky. Today, we’d like to introduce a special dish—one of our restaurant’s signature offerings that’s only available on rare occasions—and share how to enjoy it in the private dining rooms that perfectly complement the experience.


The Appeal of Signature Dishes Crafted by Artisans

Our restaurant offers a wide selection of creative Japanese cuisine that generously features the finest ingredients from both land and sea. Our signature dishes, which have earned particular acclaim, are crafted with a meticulous focus on cooking methods that bring out the natural flavors of the ingredients to the fullest. For example, by carefully cooking our carefully selected ingredients, we create dishes where the umami deepens with every bite—a experience that continues to surprise and delight our guests. The savory aromas created during the cooking process and the beauty of the presentation are the true embodiment of our chefs’ craftsmanship. We continually strive to create flavors unique to our restaurant—a far cry from everyday dining. We devote our full efforts to identifying the peak season for each ingredient and serving them at their absolute best, ensuring you can sense the changing seasons with every bite. We invite you to experience our signature dish—simple yet profound—which is the pride of our restaurant.

A course menu that exudes a sense of exclusivity

Our banquet courses are meticulously crafted down to the finest detail to enhance your special day. In particular, the “Four Seasons Kaiseki Course,” as its name suggests, is a plan that stands out as exceptionally special at our restaurant, generously featuring the bounty of the seasons. Consisting of eight courses, each dish—from the appetizer to the dessert—is connected like a story, ensuring you’ll enjoy your meal without a moment of boredom until the very end. In addition, our hot pot-centered courses enjoy high popularity year-round. The time spent sharing a hot pot with friends, surrounded by fresh ingredients, is sure to create memories like no other. The course meals include a 2-hour all-you-can-drink option, allowing you to liven up your celebration to your heart’s content with drinks carefully selected to complement the cuisine. We offer a variety of courses to suit your budget and occasion, so please find the perfect plan for your gathering with loved ones.

Exploring Food in a Private Setting

Our restaurant is entirely comprised of private rooms, and we offer the perfect space tailored to your party size, from 2 to 14 guests. Although we’re located in the bustling area right in front of Kyoto Station, once you close the door, you’ll find yourself in a quiet, secluded world where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the outside. This private setting is perfect for savoring the flavors of our cuisine and deepening conversations with loved ones. Since you can enjoy your time together without worrying about the gaze of other guests, you can dine in a calm atmosphere for any occasion—whether it’s an important business dinner, a gathering with close friends, or celebrating a special anniversary. The interior, imbued with traditional Japanese charm, has a relaxing effect on both body and mind, allowing you to forget the hustle and bustle of daily life. In the luxurious setting of our private room, please take your time to savor our restaurant’s signature dishes and beverages and enjoy a moment of complete relaxation.


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, Diners Club, UnionPay, Discover
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-Pay, au PAY, Rakuten Pay, Merpay, Alipay, WeChat Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, Suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
iD, QUICPay

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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