Miyamaso’s Third Michelin Star Puts Kyoto in Global Spotlight
Historic ryokan restaurant Miyamaso has been elevated to three Michelin stars in the 2026 Kyoto Osaka guide, reinforcing Kyoto’s status as Japan’s essential culinary city.
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Historic ryokan restaurant Miyamaso has been elevated to three Michelin stars in the 2026 Kyoto Osaka guide, reinforcing Kyoto’s status as Japan’s essential culinary city.
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