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Higashiyama Tsukasa occupies a second-floor space on Nishimachi in Kyoto's Higashiyama-ku. The dining room centers on a wooden counter, where guests sit face-to-face with the chef. Air conditioning ensures comfort throughout the seasons.
The kitchen follows the Japanese culinary calendar, presenting dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients. The counter arrangement turns each meal into a quiet, unhurried exchange between chef and diner.
The restaurant earned a Michelin Recommended listing for 2026, a mark of its consistent quality and respect for Kyoto's culinary traditions.
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