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    Finlandia Bar, Restaurant in Kyoto
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    Tabelog 2022

    Finlandia Bar

    Higashiyama, Kyoto

    Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan

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    Price

    JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999

    Why go

    A 20-seat Gion cocktail counter that earned Tabelog 100 Bar 2022 recognition for precise technique and mid-tier pricing (JPY 3,000–3,999). Counter seating puts you close to the bartending action, the program favors classic builds over experimental flourishes. Smoking is allowed, reservations are straightforward, the location near Gion Shijo makes it a practical post-dinner stop in Higashiyama Ward.

    About Finlandia Bar

    Finlandia Bar in Kyoto is a bar with a JPY 3,000–3,999 price range, daily evening hours, Tabelog 100 Bar 2022 recognition. Its listed hours are 6 PM–2 AM every day of the week, making it an evening and late-night option rather than a lunch venue.

    Treat Finlandia Bar as a Kyoto bar to evaluate on the basis of its price band, hours, Tabelog recognition, rather than on assumptions about format or service style.

    About Finlandia Bar

    Finlandia Bar was included in Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 and is listed in the JPY 3,000–3,999 range. If you are comparing an evening bar stop with other Kyoto dining plans, that price band sits separately from full-meal venues such as Gion Matayoshi or Sushi Matsumoto.

    Booking, Timing, Practical Logistics

    Finlandia Bar's hours are consistent across the week: Monday through Sunday, 6 PM–2 AM. Plan around the Kyoto location, evening hours, JPY 3,000–3,999 price range.

    For itinerary planning, Finlandia Bar can be considered as an evening or late-night Kyoto bar option before or after other dining in the city. Same-night comparisons should be kept general unless you have current booking and location details from an official source; other venues in Pearl's guide include Gion Tempura Tensou, Riki Chan Gion ten, ぎをん福志.

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    Recognition and awards1 source
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    Restaurant contextKyoto, Japan
    Explore KyotoNearby

    Planning details

    Location
    570-123 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
    Website
    k-stage.jp/gion_finlandia_bar.html
    Phone
    +81 75-541-3482
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    Venue details

    Ambiance

    The bar has a calm, adult atmosphere with a soothing accumulation of light woods and simple lines, combining Nordic minimalism with the intimate feel of a traditional Kyoto machiya townhouse in a former geisha house.

    Tags

    Vibe

    CozyClassicIntimate

    Best For

    Date NightSoloAfter Work

    Experience

    Historic BuildingDesign DestinationStandalone

    At the Table

    Noise Level
    Conversational
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Intimate
    Planning details

    Location

    570-123 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan · Directions

    +81 75-541-3482

    k-stage.jp/gion_finlandia_bar.html

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Sushi Matsumoto, Notable alternative
    • Gion Tempura Tensou, Notable alternative
    • ぎをん福志, Notable alternative
    • Gion Matayoshi, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
    • Riki Chan Gion ten, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
    Restaurant context

    Finlandia Bar occupies a useful middle ground in Gion's bar hierarchy. At JPY 3,000–4,000 per drink, it sits well below Gion Matayoshi's ¥¥¥¥ dinner pricing and Riki Chan Gion ten's JPY 20,000+ tasting menus, making it a more accessible option for travelers who want Tabelog-recognized cocktail craft without the elevated spend. Sushi Matsumoto and Gion Tempura Tensou cater to diners seeking kaiseki or tempura omakase experiences; Finlandia Bar works better as a nightcap or standalone visit rather than a dinner substitute. If you're comparing bar-only options, ぎをん福志 offers a different angle, though specifics on its format and pricing remain less documented.

    Book Finlandia Bar if you prioritize classic cocktail execution and counter intimacy over high-concept menus or avant-garde presentations. The smoking policy and 2 AM close make it a better fit for late-night drinkers who appreciate the unhurried pace of an old-school bar. For non-smokers or those seeking a quieter, earlier evening, Gion's kaiseki spots offer more structured dining windows and smoke-free environments, though at significantly higher price points. Finlandia Bar's reservations system and central Gion Shijo location give it a logistical edge over walk-up-only spots, especially during Kyoto's crowded spring and autumn seasons.

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Finlandia Bar good for solo dining?

    Finlandia Bar is a Kyoto bar with evening hours and a JPY 3,000–3,999 price range. Solo visitors should check the current seating and service setup before going.

    How far ahead should I book Finlandia Bar?
    Is Finlandia Bar worth the price?

    Finlandia Bar is listed at JPY 3,000–3,999 and has Tabelog 100 Bar 2022 recognition. Whether it is worth the price depends on what you want from a Kyoto bar visit.

    Does Finlandia Bar handle dietary restrictions?
    Is lunch or dinner better at Finlandia Bar?

    Finlandia Bar is open daily from 6 PM to 2 AM, so plan for an evening or late-night visit.