Izuu いづう

Sushi in Kawaramachi / Gion, Kyoto

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Good to know: Famous saba-zushi (mackerel) house since 1781; eat-in cannot be booked, only takeout saba-zushi by phone.

Nearest station	Gion-Shijo Station, Exit 7 - 5 min walk
Hours	Mon, Wed-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun, holidays 11:00-21:00
Closed	Tue (open if a holiday)
Budget per person	¥2,000-2,999 (about US$12-19)
Reservation	Not accepted
Payment	Cash and others
Address	京都府京都市東山区八坂新地清本町367

Researched in November 2026. Hours and closures change, so please confirm with the shop before you go. US$ amounts are rough, at ¥160 = US$1.

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