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The Best Izakayas in Kyoto for Tasteful Plates and Local Sakes

Kyoto has no shortage of izakaya, casual eateries where you can enjoy ryotei and kappo fare in a relaxed environment. Step into any one of them and be greeted by the same inviting atmosphere: gentle clinks of sake cups over the chitter chatter of guests either catching up with the chef by the counter or conversing among themselves set against warm lights that enhance the nostalgia of a Kyoto machiya (traditional two-story townhouse).

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The 4 Best Affordable Restaurants in Kyoto

Kyoto continues to captivate international travelers — not only with its temples and gardens, but also with a culinary scene that blends tradition and innovation. The MICHELIN Guide Kyoto Osaka 2025 includes four new Bibs Gourmand, our affordable restaurants in Kyoto, spotlighting exceptional food at moderate prices.

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Beyond the Arc de Triomphe: A MICHELIN Guide to the Champs-Élysées

The Champs-Élysées is more than a tourist trap — it’s home to some of Paris’ best restaurants, hidden boutiques, cultural gems and unexpected local favorites. Read on to see what to bookmark.

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Kyoto’s Must-Try Dishes, According to Our MICHELIN Guide Inspectors

A curated look at Kyoto’s standout dishes, all handpicked by our MICHELIN Guide Inspectors, from the 2025 selection.

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Légume: Asia’s First-Ever MICHELIN-Starred Vegan Restaurant

Owner-chef Sung Si-woo turned concern for his mother’s meat allergy into a groundbreaking path for plant-based cuisine in South Korea.

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Generations of Flavor: The Family Legacy Behind Goh Thew Chik Chicken Rice

At this Penang institution, four generations have perfected the art of Hainanese chicken rice while honoring a grandmother’s original recipe.

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Kyoto Through the Eyes of Junko Sakaguchi of Sanso Kyoyamato: Winner of the MICHELIN Guide Service Award

Explore Kyoto with Junko Sakaguchi, okami of Sanso Kyoyamato and MICHELIN Guide Service Award winner, as she shares her favorite spots and traditions.

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What Is It Like to Eat at Sorn, the World’s First Three-MICHELIN-Star Thai Restaurant? The Inspectors Reveal All

A MICHELIN Guide Inspector reflects on a year of dining experiences at Sorn, a Three-MICHELIN-Star restaurant in Bangkok, listed in The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025 edition.

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The Most Affordable Hotels in Central Kyoto

Its compact size, flat terrain, grid-like streets and scenic paths make Kyoto among the most walkable cities in Japan — and one that’s best discovered on foot.

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How to Make Pad Thai Like a Three-MICHELIN-Star Restaurant in Thailand

A Southern-style pad thai recipe from the world’s first Thai restaurant to earn three MICHELIN Stars — and a reminder of what authenticity can taste like.

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Best Day Trips from Kyoto: Nara to Osaka

Kyoto’s an exciting place for food and culture in itself, but it’s also a great base for exploring other parts of Western Japan.

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MICHELIN Guide Guangzhou 2025 Announced, with One New Star and Four New Bib Gourmands Highlighting the Local Culinary Scene

The latest MICHELIN Guide Guangzhou celebrates a rising wave of young culinary talent, with all three MICHELIN Special Awards going to post-90s professionals.

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How to Choose Your Kyoto Ryokan

Even the most traditional Kyoto ryokan makes some modern concessions. Ask yourself: just how much authenticity are you after?

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A Guide to Gion, Kyoto: Where to Eat, Stay and Explore in the Geisha District

In Gion, Kyoto’s historic geisha district, kaiseki masters, tempura artisans, and MICHELIN-starred chefs serve up tradition with a modern edge.

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My Kyoto With Chef Shinya Takamasu of Two-Star Kodaiji Jugyuan

Two-Star chef Shinya Takamasu of Kodaiji Jugyuan shares his favorite places in Kyoto — from forest paths to riverside walks, antique shops, and the sea.

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5 MICHELIN Restaurants Worth a Day Trip from Bangkok

A short drive from the capital delivers memorable meals, from rediscovered royal recipes to countryside classics made from garden-fresh produce.