The story
Crafted with passion, served with love
French Cuisine in the Heart of Higashiyama
Yasaka sits at the edge of one of Kyoto's most storied districts, on Kodaiji Masuyacho in Higashiyama-ku — a neighborhood of stone-paved lanes, ancient shrines, and a quietly particular sense of place. Within this setting, the restaurant offers French cuisine that feels at home without pretending to be anything other than what it is: a serious, carefully composed dining room.
A Wine List Worth Noting
In 2023, Wine Spectator recognized Yasaka with its Award of Excellence — a distinction that reflects the depth and curation of the restaurant's wine program. For a French table, the pairing of food and wine is never incidental, and this recognition signals that the cellar here is chosen with the same attention given to the kitchen.
Dinner in Kyoto
Yasaka is a dinner destination, and the atmosphere lends itself to the occasion. Higashiyama after dark carries a particular stillness, and the restaurant's position within the Park Hyatt Kyoto offers the comfort and precision that property is known for, without overwhelming the intimacy that good French dining requires.
For those seeking French cuisine in Kyoto with a wine program of genuine standing, Yasaka offers a composed and credible answer.
Recognition