Konno
Higashiyama, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Higashiyama Kappo Restraint
Price
$150–200per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Konno is worth considering if you want a Michelin Plate-recognized Kyoto meal in Higashiyama without building the whole night around a headline reservation. It is less useful for diners who need a published price, named cuisine style, or signature dishes before choosing. Book it for a quiet, quality-led meal; compare first if the occasion needs more certainty.
About Konno
Konno is a Kyoto restaurant with Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 2026 Plate recognition, smart casual dress, and service hours across Tuesday through Sunday.
The main decision is simple: consider Konno when a Michelin-recognized Kyoto restaurant fits your itinerary and the posted hours work for your schedule.
A Michelin Plate choice with limited public detail
Konno's clearest trust signal is its Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 2026 Plate recognition. That places it within the guide's Kyoto Osaka coverage without requiring assumptions about price, cuisine, seating, or meal format.
Keep the recommendation practical. Konno is best evaluated by its hours, smart casual dress code, and Michelin Plate recognition.
Use it as one Kyoto option, not the whole dining plan
Konno can be part of a Kyoto dining itinerary if its lunch or dinner hours match the day you are planning. For broader planning, use Our full Kyoto restaurants guide, then round out the trip with Our full Kyoto hotels guide, Our full Kyoto bars guide, Our full Kyoto wineries guide, and Our full Kyoto experiences guide.
If you are comparing other named options, consider Kyoto venues such as Gion Suetomo, Junshin An, Kyogashi Tsukasa Shojuken, and Yasaka Endo THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION, or look more broadly at other dining in Kyoto.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 6–11 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒605-0817 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Yumiyacho, 38
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- kyoto-konno.com
- Phone
- +81 50-1722-4531
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Konno sits quietly in Higashiyama, leaning into the restrained, understated side of Kyoto dining. The room reads like a neighbourhood kappo: small counters, a single proprietor working the stations and a front-of-house run by his wife. The surrounding machiya streetscapes and the absence of theatrical signage reinforce a calm, intentional arrival. The kitchen’s language is classic Kyoto, measured, seasonally attentive and deliberate, so the mood is more about close attention and gentle ceremony than showy technique. It feels like a contemplative counter for guests who appreciate subtlety.
Best For
This is a dining room that rewards slow, focused visits rather than checklist dining. Konno is best for intimate dinners and thoughtful special evenings where conversation and the progression of small, carefully prepared plates take priority. The counter setting suits solo diners and couples who want to watch the proprietor work, and the neighbourhood location makes it appealing to those seeking a quiet Kyoto experience away from louder tourist hubs. It’s less about spectacle and more about savoring restrained, market-driven cooking in a modest, considered space.
Ordering Tips
The kitchen’s strengths are rooted in Kyoto techniques and market produce; signature items include clay-pot rice and takiawase, both of which showcase restrained seasoning and careful timing. Seating at the counter gives the clearest view of the proprietor’s technique and the best sense of the meal’s flow, so opt for counter seats when possible. Given the kappo background and single-proprietor format, the clearest path to a complete experience is to follow the kitchen’s lead and sample the highlighted preparations rather than assembling a la carte from disparate dishes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Stylish, serene Japanese setting with tranquil beauty; contemporary ceramics and refined, minimalist design create a calm, sophisticated atmosphere for special occasions.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Omakase Bar
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Omakase, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Sake
- Dietary
- Allergy accommodating
Signature Dishes
- clay-pot rice
- takiawase
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒605-0817 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Yumiyacho, 38
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 6–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Thursday
- 12–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Friday
- 12–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Saturday
- 12–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Sunday
- 12–2 PM, 6–11 PM
Location
Japan, 〒605-0817 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Yumiyacho, 38 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Junshin An, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 View spending breakdown
- Kyogashi Tsukasa Shojuken, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- Gion Suetomo, Kaiseki, Kaiseki
- SoNoMa by SingleThread, Sonoma-Kyoto terroir-driven, Sonoma-Kyoto terroir-driven
- Yasaka Endo THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Konno compares in Kyoto
Choose Konno when the priority is Michelin-recognized dining in Higashiyama with a lower-drama booking profile. Gion Suetomo is the clearer pick for diners specifically seeking kaiseki, while SoNoMa by SingleThread is better for travelers who want a more defined Sonoma-Kyoto terroir-driven concept.
For budget clarity, Junshin An gives a stated JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 range, which makes it easier to plan for a splurge. Kyogashi Tsukasa Shojuken sits at a far lower JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 / JPY 999 level, so it is the value play rather than a like-for-like dinner substitute.
If ambiance and convenience matter more than guide recognition, Yasaka Endo THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION is the more hotel-adjacent choice. Konno is the better fit for a quieter, restaurant-first meal; the peers are better when the diner needs a named format, clearer spend, or a more predictable setting.
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Compare Konno
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Konno | Kyoto | Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 20262026 Michelin Plate | ||
| Junshin An | Kyoto | Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - WEST - 2025 · #18 | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 View spending breakdown | |
| Kyogashi Tsukasa Shojuken | Kyoto | Tabelog 100 - Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe - WEST - 2023 · #38 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999 | |
| Gion Suetomo | Kyoto | Kaiseki | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #3472024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #3322023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended | |
| SoNoMa by SingleThread | Kyoto | Sonoma-Kyoto terroir-driven | No published awards | |
| Yasaka Endo THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION | Kyoto | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Konno good for solo dining?
Konno may work for a solo diner if the posted hours and booking availability fit your plans. Consider its Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 2026 Plate recognition, smart casual dress, and Kyoto hours, then check current seating and menu details before booking.
Is lunch or dinner better at Konno?
Choose based on schedule. Konno is open for lunch Wednesday through Sunday from 12–2 PM, and for dinner Tuesday through Sunday from 6–11 PM. It is closed on Monday.
What are alternatives to Konno in Kyoto?
Other named Kyoto options to compare include Gion Suetomo, Junshin An, Kyogashi Tsukasa Shojuken, and Yasaka Endo THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION. Compare them by hours, availability, and the type of visit you are planning.
