Kikyo Sushi — Restaurant in Kyoto

So, first of all. A very good and authentic classic Japanese sushi restaurant, which offers and prepares really good sushi, sashimi, tempura etc.. They even offer aromatic fatty tuna alongside the lean tuna. We tried five different menus that evening and, without exception, everything was fresh, very tasty and very well prepared. The price/performance ratio is excellent for the quality on offer. Food came in an absolutely acceptable time. Handmade takes a little time!

For us, the previous reviews are stupid drivel and show that you have neither understood nor do you understand Japanese culture. It is perfectly legitimate to give a tip for a service that you like very much. Also in Japan. The service charge is often included in hotels. But I'm not sure whether this really goes to the staff. That's why I also tip there if I like the service. Because striving for the best possible service is a philological attitude does not mean that it should not be appreciated!

In the USA you expect a tip, regardless of whether the service was good or bad, just because the employer saves it on the salary. What is better now?

Instead of getting upset, everyone can decide for themselves. The fact that the owner points out that he and his team are happy to honor his performance in the form of a tip is a good thing. He does not demand it. Every customer can and should simply be honest. This is the only way he and his team can improve and the customer can reward good service and good food.

About the English. Honestly, how strange to get upset about this as a non-Japanese speaker. There are many very good Japanese restaurants where only Japanese is spoken, so you can't enjoy the food without the language. Be happy if the restaurant and the team make a hospitable effort to communicate with their guests. That's why it's not a tourist store. If you read the website properly, you will know that Junior has been to both Australia and the USA. He and his wife speak very good English and can also tell you something about sake and Japanese dishes if you ask and are interested.

We spent 14 days in Kyoto and visited 8 different restaurants. None has pleased us as much as there. None offered such honest food. If you are looking for really tasty sushi and co, you are in very good hands there. Very tasty sakes are also available. We've been there three times and will definitely go there again on our next visit.

One more interesting information. Look at their website. The Junior offers once in a month an special omakase dinner paired together with sake offers. Really special and only for food enthusiasts! We did it and it was amazing! The food and the really nice and interesting conversation with him and his wife! Thank you so much for this special dinner.

All the best for the Kikyo Sushi...

My husband and I were on the hunt for the best sushi in the area. I read some promising reviews on Kikyo Sushi, which happened to be located a few blocks away from our hotel.

I made reservations for 8pm on a Friday. Kikyo Sushi was quite the popular spot. The place was fairly busy when we got there, but the turnaround for parties was continuous our entire meal.

We sat right at the chef's counter, which was cool because we got to converse with the family who has been holding down the restaurant for 3 generations. In general, the staff was amazing. We were greeted by the sweetest hostess. The mom, AKA "The Boss," was an adorable lady who gladly took pics of us, including a kanpai (cheers) pics with her son. Speaking of her son, he was awesome to chat with. Super friendly and personable.

My husband and I ordered several items. Between the 2 of us we got a mixed tempura plate, fried oyster, Kikyo set#2, Premium set#2, saba nigiri set, and a few a la carte nigiri like toro, tamago, unagi, and salmon. I loved everything I ate. The tempura was crispy and lightly battered. The quality and freshness of the fish was outstanding, and what's great was how affordable all of this was.

We have been in Japan for a week, and we both have felt that we've only had incredible sushi once so far. Kikyo Sushi exceeded my expectations, and my biggest regret was finding it on our last day in Kyoto. In my honest opinion, the best food I've had so far on my trip in Japan is from a mom's and pop's shop. Kikyo Sushi is a testament to that. Their humble story is on their menu, and it's...

This place absolutely rocks. Probably the best sushi I have ever eaten. The prices are comparable to average sushi restaurant back in Dallas but the quality is, I think, beyond anything we have. Even our "nice" sushi spots dress it up with all sorts of fancy stuff. I think if you really want to know how the place is, try the nigiri. How's the rice and the fish?

Here, it's phenomenal. I loved the food and the service and the vibe. You can tell they have been careful to curate the experience nicely. In many ways it tailors to western diners, but without abandoning tradition and while maintaining its own authenticity.

The menu is very thorough. Plenty of English. Clear and easy to understand. All the personality of the family comes through.

We arrived on a Thursday at prime time with no reservation and were offered the back room, which we thought was incredible and a more subdued vibe than the front room, which was perfect for us, especially with our rambunctious 6-year old son being a bit wild. Front room was not the place for him!

My daughter is 9 and also a huge fan of sushi. She has been working on her Japanese and told the chefs "totemo oishikatta desu". The whole front room was cheering and applauding to hear a nice compliment in Japanese from a little American girl and it made her feel great to have it received so warmly.

Do not sleep on eating here....