The perfect Ryokan experience that we were looking for. Nice tatami family room, small bathing area and extremely elaborate multi-course dinner. Breakfast was interesting, as well. We were a family of four and there were two extra mattresses in the cupboard which we were able to put under two of the futons for extra comfort. Great location in a very touristy part of town.

Very cool Ryokan hotel. Exceptional breakfasts. Exceptional location

There was nothing we didn't like. It was as perfect as we imagined. The service was excellent! Very nice and kind people.

Amazing experience

Perfect place to explore Kyoto

Traditional experience… but not for everyone We stayed one night at this Kyoto ryokan to experience the tatami-style stay. The room felt a bit dated (likely by design), but everything was very clean—what you’d expect in Japan. The biggest surprise was the bedding. Futons are set up on the floor while you’re out, and although beautifully arranged, we both woke up with stiff backs and necks. If you’re young or used to it, it might be enjoyable—but for us, it’s a one-time experience. Service was mixed. Checkout staff were warm and friendly, but arrival felt a bit awkward. We had dropped off our backpacks earlier, and when we returned, I was asked for the claim tags. I couldn’t find mine right away and spent a few stressful minutes searching—only to then be told the bags were already in our room. That could have been handled better. At $363 USD for one night, it felt pricey for the overall experience. Bottom line: Glad we tried it for the cultural aspect, but comfort-wise, it may not suit everyone.

Great location and friendly staff who are English speaking . Daughter left her air pods in the taxi when we reached and they were kind enough to call the cab company and get it back . The morning japanese breakfast was excellent. We had a great stay .Thanks !

Exceptional location (truly, the best area to be if you want to feel the charm and beauty of Kyoto)), incredibly warm and attentive staff, excellent breakfast. Rooms are not very fancy, but they are comfortable and spotless and showers are excellent. We would absolutely stay there again and highly recommend.

Amazing breakfast! Staff was very friendly, and very accommodating. Room was quite hot though. We were informed our room had only a heater (which we obviously turned off) and evenings were very warm.

Wonderful from start to finish. Great staff who were very attentive and couldn’t do enough to help. From the kaiseki dinner to traditional Japanese breakfast they were always on hand to help. Lovely traditional rooms and having a Yukata in the room to wear was a really nice touch. A wonderful unique stay in a fantastic location in Gion.

Very rigid staff.

Great location for visiting Gion.

Nice big tatami room, perfect for family with very young children.

This was a very nice stay. The room was beautiful, exactly what we were looking for. The bathroom was very nice and clean. We loved the sub room! Staff was very kind and helpful. The hotel was in the center of the gion district which was very convenient for some of the attractions we wanted to see. We only stayed for 2 nights but truly wish we could've stayed longer. I would definitely come back here.

Great hosts very friendly

Cool experience. Great quiet location. Close to everything

The tatami floor could get cold. I learnt to wear socks to walk on it. The facility is beautiful. The room setup takes a while for someone accustomed to western hotel to get used to but this is part of the charm. I recommend the dinner provided. Although expensive but well worth the experience as well.

Clean room, excellent different Japanese breakfast over three days, lived the cook your own element !Lovely polite Gentlemen on reception and on checking into hotel. Rooms were delightful and loved the authentic feel of the small hotel. Wonderful central Gion location. When arriving in Kyoto station we went down to the bus station and got the 206 bus ( each time is a flat 230 Japanese Yen or they accept Suica card too , just tap once when you get off the bus stop which Gion is about approx 8-10 stops away .

Location! If you want to step out of hotel next to yasaka shrine, ninenzaka, sinenzaka, todaiji temple, kiyomizudera temple, pagoda. This is it. Excelent service. Tatami rooms. Big rooms. Good japanese set breakfast experience !

Fabulous service!