Pizzeria Del Popolo a Kyoto — Restaurant in Kyoto

Without a doubt, this is some of the best pizza you’ll find in Japan. My wife and I visited during our trip to Kyoto, craving a change of pace from Japanese cuisine, and we were thrilled by the experience. The highlight of our meal was the pistacchio e salsiccia pizza—a delicious surprise! Having tried different pistachio-based pizzas before, I was genuinely impressed by the quality of the ingredients here. It was clear the pizzaiolo had honed his craft in Italy, mastering the art of traditional Neapolitan pizza-making. Bravo!

The pizzas are generously sized—refreshingly different from many Japanese pizzerias where portions tend to be smaller. Each ingredient tasted fresh and authentic, while the wood-fired oven added that unmistakable flavor that completes a perfect pizza.

Beyond the food, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a cozy ambiance that made us feel right at home. The staff were genuinely friendly and attentive, enhancing the entire experience.

If you’re in the area, I can’t recommend this place enough. Stop by and treat yourself to a slice of Italian magic in Japan—you won’t be...

This place is always fantastic! Hands down, it’s the best pizza spot in Japan. They serve authentic Italian Napoli pizzas, and you’ll even see Italian people dining here, so you know it’s the real deal.

My (now) husband and I had our first date here for lunch, and it’s been a favorite of ours ever since. We’re now regulars. My go-to is the Capricciosa pizza—absolutely delicious! When it comes to dessert, it’s always a tough choice between the tiramisu and the Nutella strawberry pizza. Both are amazing, and I highly recommend trying them.

If you’re looking for authentic Italian pizza in Japan, this is the...

We did not expect to find a pizzeria with this level of quality in Japan. Being from the Netherlands but frequently visiting Italy, we think we know what good pizza is. And at Pizzeria del Popolo a Kyoto the pizza is very good! Thin crust, tasty toppings and amazing tomato sauce. Add this to a wood-fired stone oven: bellissima! Good beer and Aperol Spritz, served with Italian taralli as well! It does not come as a surprise that the owner has been to Naples to learn about the art of pizza and...