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LE CHENE

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Rating

3.6250 reviews

Nearest station

Higashiyama Sta. (Kyoto)

Higashiyama Sta. Higashiyama Sta.×French

Budget

Dinner: ¥20,000 - ¥29,999 ($129 - $194)

Lunch: ¥20,000 - ¥29,999 ($129 - $194)

Once a gathering place for distinguished figures from Japan and abroad, Chourakukan now serves as a restaurant in a neo-classical room that was once a dining hall. The beautiful reliefs on the ceiling and walls, along with the grandeur of the chandeliers, create a rich atmosphere, while the bountiful blessings of Kyoto enhance your special day.
and walls, along with the grandeur of the chandeliers, create a rich atmosphere, while the bountiful blessings of Kyoto enhance your special day.

Address

京都府京都市東山区八坂鳥居前東入円山町604 長楽館

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Transportation

If you are coming by car, there are approximately 10 parking spaces available in front of the main entrance on the east side. Kyoto City Bus "Gion" bus stop - 7 minutes on foot Keihan Electric Railway Keihan Main Line "Gion Shijo" Station, Exit 6 - 11 minutes on foot Hankyu Railway Kyoto Main Line "Kyoto Kawaramachi" Station, Exit 1B - 13 minutes on foot Kyoto City Subway Tozai Line "Higashiyama" Station, Exit 1 - 14 minutes on foot According to the system's automatic display, the nearest station based on straight-line distance is... 713 meters from Higashiyama.

Contact & Reservations

Reservations
Reservations available

Reservation line
050-5890-4365075-561-0001

Direct phone
050-5890-4365

Business hours
Closed on
Tuesdays and one irregular day each month
Business hours
Hours
Lunch 11:30 - 15:30 (Last entry at 14:00)
Hours
Dinner 17:30 - 22:00 (Last entry at 19:30)
Payment methods
Credit card accepted
  • VISA
  • Mastercard
  • JCB
  • AMEX
  • Diners
Electronic money not accepted
QR code payments not accepted

Fees
A separate service charge of 10% will apply. The price including the service charge is noted in the terms and conditions section. From December 31, 2025, to January 4, 2026, a year-end and New Year’s charge will be applied, increasing the service charge by an additional 5% to a total of 15%. Original text 別途サービス料10%。サービス料込の価格は注意事項欄に記載がございます。■2025年12月31日~2026年1月4日は年末年始チャージとして、サービス料を通常より5%加算し15%頂戴します。 This section has been automatically translated. Please check with the restaurant for accurate information.

Seats & Facilities

Seats

16 seats ( 8 tables)

Private rooms

Available For 2 people, For 4 people, For 6 people, For 8 people Spacious private rooms available for 2 to 8 guests. For groups of 5 or more, please contact us by phone.

Private use

Available For up to 20 people

Smoking

Non smoking

Parking

Available There are approximately 10 parking spaces available at the east main entrance.

Space

Relaxing space, Spacious seating, Free Wi-Fi available, Wheelchair accessible

Menu highlights

Food

    Drink

    • Wine
    • Particular about wine

    Features

    Occasion
    Family friendly This occasion is recommended by many people.This occasion is recommended by many people.

    Service
    A separate service charge of 10% will apply. The price including the service charge is noted in the terms and conditions section. From December 31, 2025, to January 4, 2026, a year-end and New Year’s charge will be applied, increasing the service charge by an additional 5% to a total of 15%. Original text 別途サービス料10%。サービス料込の価格は注意事項欄に記載がございます。■2025年12月31日~2026年1月4日は年末年始チャージとして、サービス料を通常より5%加算し15%頂戴します。 This section has been automatically translated. Please check with the restaurant for accurate information.

    Dress code
    We kindly ask that guests refrain from wearing extremely casual attire such as sandals or distressed jeans during dinner service.

    Family friendly
    Children welcome(Babies welcome, Preschoolers welcome, School-age children welcome), Kids menu available, Strollers welcome When visiting with children, we kindly ask that only children aged 12 and older (middle school students and above) use the regular seating. For those with younger children, we offer private room plans (Private I, II, III) where children under 12 can enjoy their time comfortably. We would appreciate it if you could inform us of your children's ages and the number of children when making your reservation.

    Website
    https://www.chourakukan.co.jp/

    Photo gallery

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