Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten
Higashiyama, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A twelve-seat counter in Gion serving negiyaki, Kyoto's green-onion pancake, at JPY 2,000–2,999. Tabelog Okonomiyaki 100 selection from 2018 through 2025. Cash only, no frills, consistent execution. Worth booking for lunch if you want category-defining technique without kaiseki pricing.
About Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten
Is Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten worth planning around in Kyoto? The price range is JPY 2,000–2,999, the dress code is casual, and the venue has Tabelog 100 - Okonomiyaki - 2025 recognition.
What You're Getting: A Casual Kyoto Stop
Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten is a casual Kyoto venue in the JPY 2,000–2,999 range. That makes it a relatively accessible option compared with many higher-priced dining rooms in the city.
The venue’s name and Tabelog recognition may help set expectations.
Timing and Value
Service begins at 12 PM on open days, with later closing times at the end of the week. Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten is closed on Monday. It is open Tuesday through Thursday from 12–10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12 PM–2 AM, and Sunday from 12–9 PM.
For planning, the main value point is price: JPY 2,000–2,999. That is lower than many premium dining budgets in Kyoto, but Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten is a casual, lower-priced Kyoto option. For another Kyoto dining option, see Gion Owatari; for more dining options in the city, see our full Kyoto restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 12–10 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒605-0829 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Tsukimicho, １３−13
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260301/26000572
- Phone
- +81 75-561-4529
Venue details
Ambiance
An intimate, 12-seat counter around a hot teppan griddle, with a casual, local feel and the lively sounds and aromas of okonomiyaki and teppanyaki cooked right in front of guests.
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- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Shochu, Wine
Signature Dishes
- Negiyaki (green-onion okonomiyaki)
- Mixed modern okonomiyaki with shrimp and udon
- Yaki udon on the teppan
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒605-0829 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Tsukimicho, １３−13
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–10 PM
- Thursday
- 12–10 PM
- Friday
- 12 PM–2 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–2 AM
- Sunday
- 12–9 PM
Location
Japan, 〒605-0829 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Tsukimicho, １３−13 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Gion Owatari, Kaiseki, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
- Nishibuchi Hanten, Chinese, Chinese
- Canton Shunsai Ikki, Chinese, ¥¥
- BAR TALISKER, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Nishi, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 2,000–2,999, Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten sits at the opposite end of Gion's price spectrum from Gion Owatari, where kaiseki runs ¥¥¥¥. If you want a Tabelog-certified meal without the formal dining commitment, this is your play. Nishibuchi Hanten and Canton Shunsai Ikki offer Chinese options in the ¥¥ range, but neither has the same award track record in their category. For value and booking ease, Kana Higashi ten wins, reservations are available but not essential, and the price-to-quality ratio is hard to beat in this neighborhood.
If you're looking for a drink before or after, BAR TALISKER (JPY 4,000–4,999) is nearby, though it's pricier than your meal will be here. Nishi is another option in Gion, but without clear pricing or awards data, it's harder to recommend over this venue if you're prioritizing a known quantity. For a special occasion on a budget, Kana Higashi ten delivers certified quality without the multi-course commitment of kaiseki. For date nights where the food matters more than the room, this works, just don't expect tablecloths or a wine list.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten worth the price?
With a price range of JPY 2,000-2,999, it can be a good-value Kyoto option if that budget fits your plans. The venue is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Okonomiyaki - 2025.
Is Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, so it is best approached as a relaxed Kyoto stop rather than a formal occasion restaurant. For other Kyoto dining options, consider Gion Owatari or Canton Shunsai Ikki.
Is lunch or dinner better at Gion Negiyaki Kana Higashi ten?
Hours begin at 12 PM on open days, but separate lunch and dinner offerings are not specified. Choose based on the opening hours: Tuesday-Thursday 12-10 PM, Friday-Saturday 12 PM-2 AM, and Sunday 12-9 PM.
