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Kyoto

Sushi Rakumi

Restaurant · Sushi

Why we point you here

One Michelin star sushi in Kyoto — charted, trusted, and worth building a night around.

Sushi in Kyoto carries a particular weight, and Sushi Rakumi has earned one Michelin star to prove it knows the craft. It's the kind of place we'd point you to when you want sushi done seriously, worth the detour for a meal that holds its own in a city where tradition runs deep.

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Charted by Michelin Guide· Last verified 2026-07-11