Kinbe is a 43-seat Edomae sushi counter in Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward offering a 14-course omakase for 4,950 yen, with lunch service on weekends.
At a glance
- Price
- $
- Courses
- 14
- Seats
- 43
- Booking
- Phone reservations
- Cuisine
- Edomae sushi
- Price
- Affordable
Kinbe serves Edomae-style sushi from a 43-seat counter in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto. The omakase runs 14 courses and is priced at 4,950 yen per person, placing it in the more affordable range for a counter-seating sushi experience in the city.
Service is counter-only, and the menu is available in English, which makes the format approachable for visitors unfamiliar with Japanese. Dinner service runs nightly except Monday, from 17:00 to 22:00. On Saturdays and Sundays, Kinbe also opens for a lunch sitting from 12:00 to 15:00, giving a second window for those who prefer an earlier meal.
The restaurant is closed on Mondays. Reservations are handled by phone rather than online booking, so calling ahead remains the way to secure a seat, particularly given the counter's capacity. The address sits in Nakagyo Ward's Matsugaecho, accessible from central Kyoto.
At this price point and seat count, Kinbe positions itself as a straightforward, English-friendly entry into Edomae sushi rather than a high-end tasting menu, with the 14-course structure giving diners a full progression through the chef's selections without the premium pricing seen at some Kyoto sushi counters.
Good to know
- How do I book a table at Kinbe?
- Reservations are taken by phone only, at 050-5485-5797. There is no online booking system listed.
- How much does the omakase cost?
- The 14-course omakase is priced at 4,950 yen per person.
- Does Kinbe have an English menu?
- Yes, an English menu is available, which should make ordering straightforward for non-Japanese speakers.
- Can I get lunch at Kinbe?
- Lunch service is offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 15:00; on weekdays only dinner service is available, from 17:00 to 22:00.
- Is Kinbe open every day?
- No, Kinbe is closed on Mondays. It's best to confirm current hours directly with the restaurant before visiting.
Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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