【Stay × Gourmet】Five Recommended Restaurants Near Your Villa

【Stay × Gourmet】Five Recommended Restaurants Near Your Villa
Discover exceptional local cuisine in “Kyoto by the Sea.”
For travelers exploring Amanohashidate, Miyazu, and the Tango area, here are five carefully selected restaurants where you can enjoy flavors unique to Kyoto by the Sea.
Each spot highlights the blessings of the region’s mountains and ocean. Find the perfect dining experience to match your travel style.
【1】Ristorante Hoshi Umi — A Fine-Dining Experience You Can Enjoy With Your Dog
“Hoshi Umi” is a special restaurant created for guests who want to enjoy gourmet dining together with their dogs.
Following its renewal in March 2025, it has gained attention as a place where guests can savor a full course meal without being separated from their pets.
The chef crafts a Japanese–Western fusion course featuring seasonal vegetables from Kyoto–Tango and Miyazu-produced olive oil. With just six counter seats (maximum eight) and only one group per evening, the space ensures complete privacy and relaxation—just like dining at home.
A dedicated dog-friendly menu is also available, designed with both flavor and nutrition in mind so that the whole family can enjoy the meal together.
The course includes approximately nine dishes, ranging from appetizers to fish, meat, and dessert. The menu changes based on the day’s ingredients, offering a new dining experience on every visit.
During winter (Nov 8–Mar 20), guests can indulge in a luxurious crab course featuring Matsuba-gani, the region’s prized winter delicacy.
Local sake from the Kyoto Tango region is carefully selected to complement each dish.
Many nearby accommodations—such as Grande Doggy’s Resort Kyoto Amanohashidate and Natural Hot Springs & Private SPA Rurihama—welcome dogs, making this restaurant an excellent choice during your stay.
Complimentary shuttle service is available from the villas, allowing you to relax and enjoy wine or sake without worry.
Address: 3560-17 Hioki, Miyazu, Kyoto 626-0225
Business hours: 18:00–21:30
Closed: Irregular
Phone: 050-3181-6269 (Reservation required)
HP: https://www.kyoto-hoshiumi.com/
【2】Sushi Zabou — Premium Edo-Style Sushi Featuring Tango’s Finest Seafood
“Sushi Zabou” opened in April 2021 and is helmed by chef Yoichi Akashi, who trained for 15 years at Michelin-listed restaurants and at an Edo-style sushi establishment in Tokyo’s Roppongi district.
The restaurant uses only the best fish caught that day around Miyazu and the Tango Peninsula, along with carefully selected red vinegar and rice.
Enjoy one-of-a-kind sushi crafted with Edo-style techniques that highlight the natural flavors of local seafood.
The restaurant offers just eight counter seats, allowing diners to closely observe the chef’s skillful preparation.
The omakase course features around 15 dishes, changing daily based on availability—perfect for repeat visits.
Currently, dining is offered in a single evening seating starting at 18:00. Weekends and holidays fill quickly, so early reservations are recommended.
Allergies and dietary restrictions can be accommodated if communicated at the time of booking (same-day changes are not possible).
A curated selection of sake, mainly from Kyoto’s northern breweries, is available.
Located just a one-minute walk from Rurihama, this is an ideal choice for villa guests seeking an evening of authentic sushi.
If you’re looking for truly crafted sushi made with local fish, this should be at the top of your list.
Address: 3560-17 Hioki, Miyazu, Kyoto 626-0225
Business hours: From 18:00
Closed: Mon & Tue (open on holidays/holiday eves)
Phone: 050-3181-6269 (Reservation required)
HP: https://www.zabou.jp/
【3】Italian Restaurant Cielo — Mediterranean-Inspired Cuisine With Panoramic Ocean Views
“Cielo” is an Italian restaurant offering breathtaking views of the Tango Sea and sky beyond Amanohashidate.
Local seafood—often associated with Japanese cuisine—is given a Mediterranean twist using vegetables, herbs, and olive oil from the restaurant’s own organic farm.
The menu ranges from antipasto and pizza to pasta, secondi, and desserts, allowing guests to enjoy Tango’s natural flavors at both lunch and dinner.
Special ingredients such as cheese from Tango Jersey Farm “Milk Kobo Sora” and Banshu Hyakujidori chicken elevate each dish.
Soft natural light fills the dining room through large ocean-facing windows, and sunset dining provides an unforgettable atmosphere.
With both course menus and lighter à la carte options, the restaurant is suitable for casual lunches, romantic dinners, or celebrations.
Operating only on Fridays and Saturdays (lunch hours vary), advance reservation is recommended.
If you want to enjoy the rich flavors of Kyoto–Tango with a Mediterranean essence while gazing out over the sea, this is the perfect choice.
Address: 3599 Hioki, Miyazu, Kyoto 626-0225
Business hours:
Lunch 11:30–14:00 (L.O. 13:30)
Dinner 17:30–21:00 (L.O. 20:30)
Closed: Fri & Sat only (lunch irregular)
Phone: 050-3155-3426
HP: https://www.cielo-mt.com/
【4】Japanese Cuisine Soranokaori — Kaiseki Dining That Celebrates the Seasons of Tango
“Soranokaori” serves refined kaiseki cuisine centered around the natural bounty of Kyoto’s Tango region.
Using freshly harvested organic vegetables from its own farm and seafood prepared directly from the restaurant’s large live tank, each dish reflects meticulous attention to freshness and seasonality.
The seasonal omakase menu follows the traditional ichiju-sansai structure, highlighting local fish, vegetables, and rice.
Counter seating allows guests to enjoy the craftsmanship of the chefs up close, while table seating provides a calm setting for families, groups, and special occasions.
For breakfast, the restaurant offers comforting Japanese-style meals such as Okayu Gozen and Chisou Gozen.
Enjoying a local breakfast outside your villa can be a wonderful way to enrich your stay.
Local sake from northern Kyoto is paired to complement the delicate flavors of each dish.
For travelers seeking authentic Japanese cuisine rooted in local ingredients rather than typical tourist fare, Soranokaori is an outstanding choice.
Address: 2686 Hioki, Miyazu, Kyoto 626-0225 (Marinetopia Amanohashidate Building 8)
Business hours:
Breakfast 8:00–10:00 (L.O. 9:30) Sun–Tue only
Lunch: Private bookings for groups of 15+ (reservation required)
Dinner 17:30–21:30 (L.O. 21:00)
Closed: Wed & Thu (open on holidays)
Phone: 050-3155-3426
HP: https://www.soranokaori.jp/
【5】KUROSAKI — Ocean-View Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Featuring Tango’s Seasonal Seafood
“KUROSAKI” offers spectacular panoramic views of the Sea of Japan, paired with sushi and Japanese dishes showcasing the seasonal bounty of the Tango region.
The restaurant sources fresh fish landed daily at local ports—summer brings striped beakfish and flying fish, while winter offers wild yellowtail and striped jack.
Each piece of sushi is carefully prepared to highlight the fish’s optimal flavor and texture.
Dinner features omakase-style kaiseki courses including appetizers, tempura, sushi, soup, and dessert.
Lunch includes affordable set courses such as seafood bowls, assorted sashimi, and seasonal tempura—perfect for a casual stop during sightseeing.
Local sake from the Tango area is selected to enhance the sweetness of fresh seafood and winter crab.
Located inside Marinetopia Amanohashidate Building 2, it offers convenient access from nearby villas and glamping sites.
For travelers who want great views, delicious food, and reasonable prices all at once, KUROSAKI is an ideal choice.
Address: 3784-3 Hioki, Miyazu, Kyoto 626-0225 (Marinetopia Amanohashidate Building 2, 1F)
Business hours:
Breakfast 8:00–10:00 (L.O. 9:30) Wed & Thu only
Lunch 11:30–14:00 (L.O. 13:30)
Dinner 17:30–21:00 (L.O. 20:30)
Closed: Mon & Tue (open on holidays)
Phone: 050-3127-2273
HP: https://www.kurosaki-mt.com/

