20 Ryokan in Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Ryokan Kinoe is located in central Kyoto, just a 5-minute walk from the Gion area. It offers a traditional stone garden, 24-hour public baths and spacious rooms with private bathrooms. Guests at Kinoe Ryokan can stretch out on the soft tatami floors and comfortable futon bedding. Each room includes a seating area and refrigerator. Fresh tea and a satellite flat-screen TV make it easy to relax. Music and dance performances by geisha or maiko can be booked, for a fee. Guests can unwind with a massage or get sightseeing tips from the concierge. Free Wi-Fi is provided in the lobby. Multi-course meals (kaiseki) featuring seasonal specialities are served for breakfast and dinner. Each meal is prepared using fresh local ingredients and is served in guests’ rooms. Western breakfast can be requested at time of booking. Ryokan Kinoe is only a 6-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine and a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. JR Kyoto Train Station is a 10-minute drive away. Free parking is provided.

Located in a quiet area slightly away from the hustle and bustle of the bustling district of Gion. One of Kyoto's five geisha districts, Miyagawa-cho, is right next to the facility, allowing you to enjoy the charming stone-paved streets. If you're lucky, you might have a chance encounter with a maiko or geisha. The area around the facility is rich in historical buildings, making it perfect for experiencing the traditional streets and culture of old Japan. Staying at this facility makes it easy to visit popular tourist spots such as Hanamikoji Street, Kennin-ji Temple, Gion Kobu Kaburenjo Theater, and Yasaka Shrine. With plenty of restaurants, convenience stores, and nightlife spots nearby, you can fully enjoy your trip to Kyoto without any worries. Take this opportunity to enjoy a journey to the ancient capital, rich in history and culture.