Three teppanyaki izakaya where you can still eat hot food at 2am in Kyoto: Teppan to Osake Soya near Kawaramachi-Matsubara (to 3:00), Crown in Gion (to 3:00, last order 2:30, closed Sundays) and Tetsupan Dojo on Nishi-Kiyamachi, which stays open until 11:00 the next morning.
This is not the wagyu-steak kind of teppanyaki. It is the everyday kind: okonomiyaki, grilled meat and vegetables, egg dishes and a drink, cooked on a hot iron plate. I have eaten at all three. Hours below are checked against each shop’s own website, booking page or Instagram.
Plenty of Kyoto restaurants close early, which can catch visitors out after a long day of temples. If you are staying near Pontocho or Gion, these three are within reach of most central hotels (see where to stay in Kyoto).
Which one is open right now?
Turn on JavaScript to check by night and time. In short: Soya 18:00–3:00 (closes on irregular days), Crown Mon–Sat 18:00–3:00 with last order 2:30 (closed Sundays and public holidays), Tetsupan Dojo 18:00–11:00 the next morning (closed Thursdays).
Which night? (the evening you set out)
Times after midnight count as part of the night you set out. Based on each shop’s posted hours; shops can close early or change hours, so check before a long trip.
| Shop | Area | Hours | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teppan to Osake Soya | Matsubara-dori, near Kawaramachi | 18:00–3:00 | Irregular days |
| Crown | Gion | 18:00–3:00 (last order 2:30) | Sundays, public holidays |
| Tetsupan Dojo | Nishi-Kiyamachi, north of Shijo | 18:00–11:00 next morning | Thursdays |
1. Teppan to Osake Soya: creative plates and sake
Open to 3:00SakeQuieter streetSoya sits on Matsubara-dori just west of Teramachi, a few blocks south of Shijo-dori and about 350m from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Line. The street is quieter than Kiyamachi, which suits a slower last meal.
Its booking page describes creative dishes built around seasonal vegetables, sours made with seasonal fruit, and a chosen list of sake. Order a few small plates to share, which is how izakaya meals usually work, and ask which sake suits the food.
- Hours
- 18:00–3:00
- Closed
- Irregular days (check Instagram before going)
- Budget
- From about ¥3,500 per person (booking page)
- Address
- 700 Ishifudo-cho, Matsubara-dori Teramachi Nishi-iru, Shimogyo-ku · Map
- Phone
- 075-204-5276
- Online
- Booking page (TableCheck) · Instagram @soyasoya1005
2. Crown: okonomiyaki in Gion until 3am
Last order 2:30OkonomiyakiSmoking allowedCrown is a teppanyaki izakaya in Gion specializing in okonomiyaki and griddle dishes. It is the easy choice if you have spent the evening around Hanamikoji and want a proper meal before bed.
According to its Instagram, Crown opens Monday to Saturday from 18:00 to 3:00, takes last orders at 2:30 and closes on Sundays and public holidays. It also says the shop has Wi-Fi and allows smoking, so non-smokers should expect some smoke.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 18:00–3:00 (last order 2:30)
- Closed
- Sundays and public holidays
- Food
- Okonomiyaki and teppanyaki
- Good to know
- Wi-Fi; smoking allowed
- Location
- Gion. We could not find a published street address, so check the location on its Instagram before you go.
- Online
- Instagram @crown._.gion
3. Tetsupan Dojo: open until 11am the next day
Open to 11:00Big menuCards OKTetsupan Dojo is on Nishi-Kiyamachi, the lane along the west bank of the Takase River just north of Shijo, in the middle of Kyoto’s main nightlife strip. Its official website lists hours of 18:00 to 11:00 the next morning, with the full menu served right through. That makes it the one to remember if you are still hungry at 4am.
The menu is long: okonomiyaki, meat, vegetable, seafood and egg dishes from the griddle, plus kushikatsu skewers. Prices on the official menu include tax and run from ¥90 for a skewer to ¥2,800 for a 120g Kagoshima wagyu sirloin. The site says major cards are accepted.
- Hours
- 18:00–11:00 the next morning
- Closed
- Thursdays
- Prices
- ¥90–¥2,800 per dish (tax included)
- Payment
- Major cards accepted
- Address
- 674-4 Kamiya-cho, Nishi-Kiyamachi Shijo-agaru, Nakagyo-ku · Map
- Phone
- 075-213-3555
- Online
- Official website
What to order at a teppanyaki izakaya
Menus differ by shop, but these griddle staples are a good start. Not every dish is on every menu above.
- OkonomiyakiA savory cabbage pancake with meat or seafood, finished with sauce and mayonnaise.
- YakisobaStir-fried noodles with pork and vegetables in a sweet-savory sauce.
- Tonpei-yakiPork wrapped in a thin omelet, a classic Kansai bar snack.
- Griddled meat and vegetablesSimple plates to share while you drink.
Before you go: late-night tips
Check the last order, not just the closing time
Kitchens often stop taking orders 30 minutes or more before closing. Crown, for example, takes last orders at 2:30 and closes at 3:00.
Expect a small table charge
Many izakaya serve a small starter called otoshi and add it to the bill. It is normal, not a scam; ask when you sit down if you want to know the price.
Plan your ride home
Trains and buses stop overnight, so after the last train you will need a taxi or a walk. Keep your hotel’s address in Japanese on your phone.
Keep it quiet outside
Gion and the streets around Kiyamachi sit right next to homes. Keep voices down on the street, especially after midnight.
FAQ
Which teppanyaki izakaya in Kyoto stays open the latest?
Tetsupan Dojo on Nishi-Kiyamachi. Its official website lists hours of 18:00 to 11:00 the next morning, and says the full menu is served right through. It is closed on Thursdays.
Are these places open on Sundays?
Tetsupan Dojo and Teppan to Osake Soya can be. Dojo closes only on Thursdays, and Soya closes on irregular days, so check its Instagram first. Crown in Gion is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Can I smoke inside?
Crown says on its Instagram that smoking is allowed, so expect smoke there. We could not confirm the smoking policy at Soya or Dojo; restaurants in Japan that allow smoking must post a sign at the entrance.
Can I pay by card?
Tetsupan Dojo’s website says major cards are accepted. We could not confirm card payment at Soya or Crown, so carry enough cash for your meal.
How much does a late-night teppanyaki meal cost?
Soya lists a budget from about ¥3,500 per person on its booking page. At Dojo, single dishes on the official menu run from ¥90 for a skewer to ¥2,800 for a 120g wagyu sirloin. Many izakaya also add a small table charge (otoshi), so ask if you are unsure.
How do I get back to my hotel after 3am?
Kyoto’s subway and city buses do not run through the night, so plan on a taxi after the last trains. Save your hotel’s name and address in Japanese on your phone to show the driver.
Planning the rest of your trip? See our 3-day Kyoto itinerary.
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Details checked 25 October 2026 against Tetsupan Dojo’s official website, Soya’s TableCheck booking page and Crown’s official Instagram. Soya’s hours and closing days were confirmed by the author.
