2026 Kokekokko Kyoto Station: Yakitori & Audio Menu

If you are looking for a place near Kyoto Station to enjoy authentic yakitori and the atmosphere of a Japanese izakaya, Sumibi Kushiyaki Kokekokko is an excellent choice. Located on the 10th floor of JR Kyoto Isetan, the restaurant specializes in a variety of skewers grilled over binchotan charcoal. With meticulous Japanese culinary techniques and over seven hundred reviews, it has been awarded the Popular Restaurant Award for both 2025 and 2026. It is not a traditional back-alley yakitori shop, but a space that combines slow-grilled binchotan skewers, select local chicken, and a view overlooking the five mountains of Kyoto.

The signature dish is charcoal-grilled Tamba black chicken from Kyoto. Raised in the mountainous environment of Tamba, this local chicken has a delicate, chewy texture and a rich, sweet flavor. The chefs grill each skewer slowly over binchotan charcoal; the far-infrared rays distribute heat evenly to the inside of the meat, keeping it juicy while preventing the surface from charring. Upon biting, the aroma of charcoal emerges, followed by the savory taste of the chicken. In addition to Tamba black chicken, rare Tamba red chicken is also used for skewers, available in salt or sauce, allowing you to compare the differences between the two raising methods.

The Oyakodon (chicken and egg bowl) is a popular lunch dish, featuring tender chicken pieces wrapped in silky eggs; its rich aroma makes it a favorite among returning customers. Highly recommended dishes include the original Kushi GIRO, a skewer of buffalo mozzarella wrapped in prosciutto, offering a rich, layered texture that is irresistible. The signature Oyakodon is listed on the lunch menu, while skewer platters can be selected based on the dining time. Each dish, roasted over charcoal, offers an irresistible temptation in both aroma and texture.