We were here for a night mid feb to enjoy the traditional japanese experience at this amazing ryokan in gion. We booked directly with the ryokan and they promptly reply to confirm our reservations. Under 5 min walk from the JR kyoto station, got abit lost because everything was in japanese. Right in the centre of the town with close... More

We stayed from 17.07. to 20.07. and we were able to enjoy the last day of the famous Gion Festival. If you want to enjoy night life in Kyoto this Japanese Ryokan is an ideal solution as it is located in Gion itself (Hanamikoji-street, part of which still maintains old Japanese buildings). Gion-Shijo and yasaka Shrine are near by and... More

While they don't speak a lot of English, the staff at this ryokan could not have been nicer and they went out of their way to be helpful. The meals were wonderful experiences and the location can't be beat - right in the heart of the Gion area. The futons were adequate - what you would expect - and everything... More

I have mixed feelings on this property. On the one hand, it had a fantastic location, was more reasonably priced than some of the other options we considered in Kyoto, the deluxe kaiseki meal was good, and we loved the beer garden and interaction with a maiko. On the other hand, when we compare it to a ryokan we stayed... More

My review's probably not going to be too useful to may travellers from overseas, but I travelled with 8 colleagues from work for an evening meal including a short performance and interaction with a maiko. With nine people the cost is just manageable, but you need to understand Japanese or at least have a handy translator to help out! Similarly,... More

We (1 adult 2 children) stayed in here mid-march and paid for a package that also included breakfast. I did not want to pay for the Kaiseki dinner as my kids are picky eaters. Positives: - The location is ideal for the Gion area as everything is in walking distance. - The place is spotless, very clean and a very... More

Stayed for 2 nights and l wished I could stay here a lifetime... Location is further away from the main train station, in the older part of Kyoto, walking distance to main tourist sites and well connected by bus to most temples. The ryokan guests are mainly local Japanese, but the staff can manage some English and are very helpful.... More

First time we tried Ryokan in Japan and surprisingly pleasant memorise we got out from Gion Shinmonso. Staffs are very polite and attentive, facilities are very good and room (tatami) is spacious and clean. This was the first time i ever been to Kyoto, had no idea my way around this city. Did took us a bit of time to... More

Stayed one night (two rooms) with our adult children visiting from the US. My wife and I have stayed in other ryokan but this was the first stay for the kids. From the street, this looks like a traditional city hotel. However, the rooms are a nice mix of traditional tatami and western convenience. I would recommend having the kaiseki... More