[Kyoto ]"Kawaramachi/Karasuma "3 luxury ryokans over 50,000 yen in the area
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2023-08-25 Management office
Kyoto is a popular destination for students and adults of all ages. Among such tourist destinations in Kyoto, the most visited areas are "Kawaramachi and Karasuma "area.
There are many lodging options in the area, ranging from reasonably priced hotels to rich inns perfect for adult travelers.
In this article, we will introduce you to some of the most expensive ryokans in the Kyoto "Kawaramachi/Karasuma "area that cost more than 50,000 yen and are recommended for those who want to enjoy a relaxing trip.
There are many lodging options in the area, ranging from reasonably priced hotels to rich inns perfect for adult travelers.
In this article, we will introduce you to some of the most expensive ryokans in the Kyoto "Kawaramachi/Karasuma "area that cost more than 50,000 yen and are recommended for those who want to enjoy a relaxing trip.
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Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa
"Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa "is a traditional Kyoto machiya ryokan produced by "Wacoal ", a company founded in Kyoto, and directed by "Spiral ", a cultural complex in Aoyama, Tokyo.
Renovating a machiya that had been abandoned because no one lived in it, the ryokan is operated as a high quality ryokan while maintaining the traditional Kyoto machiya character and architectural style.
Here, a townhouse built about 90 years ago is used as a ryokan, and the sukiya-style teahouse-like atmosphere is soothing.
Calming little library
"Kyo no Onsho Miyukicho Isikawa "has created a small library of books on "drinking "and "drinking "in the tea room "omotenoma "located just inside the front gate.
In this room, which makes the most of the warm atmosphere of the tea room and preserves the beautiful sukiya-style architecture of the time when this tea room was built and used, visitors can learn more about the various aspects of drinking and the act of drinking.
Ancient wisdom, traditional tools for tea and food
This "Kyono-Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa "has an assortment of utensils that allow you to enjoy tea in a casual manner. Each utensil has instructions on how to use it, so even those who have no experience in making tea can enjoy it with ease.
There is also a plan with matcha named "Uji Mukashi "from "Horii Nanamyoen ", a long-established famous tea store in "Uji ", which is famous for its tea, for those who want to enjoy matcha more.
With a full range of tools for various "drinking "things, "Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa "is equipped not only with tools for tea, but also for brewing delicious coffee.
The time to leisurely grind beans in a coffee mill, brew coffee, and enjoy it is something that is hard to find in the hectic pace of daily life.
"Drink "is a luxury that can be enjoyed only at this ryokan, which places great value on it.
"High quality amenities with an emphasis on comfort "
To make guests feel as at home as possible, the ryokan provides amenities that are high quality and comfortable to use.
The amenities here have been carefully selected for comfort, including fluffy "Imabari towels ", mattresses by "Simmons ", and futons and down quilts by "Nishikawa Corporation ". The most popular among these are bath products by "THREE ".
"Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa "offers shampoos, conditioners, and body soaps all from "THREE ", so you can enjoy your bath time while being surrounded by the good smell of natural plant extracts.
Consideration for environmental impact
We are making various efforts to protect the environment "Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isigawa ". Disposable amenities such as combs and razors have been eliminated and only the minimum necessary amenities are provided.
In order to reduce the burden on the environment, this ryokan is also striving to reduce the use of plastic products, and will gradually switch from using plastic toothbrushes to bamboo ones from April 2022. Bamboo, which is gaining attention in terms of sustainability due to its rapid growth, is a very environmentally friendly material that causes little damage to the environment when disposed of.
Beautiful exterior with a Japanese flavor
The exterior of this beautiful Kyoto machiya is a mixture of straight lines and curves. This ryokan is located in a building that retains the traditional machiya structure, which allows you to feel the Japanese atmosphere not only from the interior but also from the exterior.
"Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa "also has "round windows ", a design that gives a sense of "harmony "among Kyoto's architectural styles, and allows you to feel as if you have stepped back in time to Kyoto of old.
[Store Locations
Name: Kyo no Onsho Gokomachi Isikawa
Address: 574 Matsumoto-cho, Gokomachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0982, Japan
Calculation: 1 berth for 2 persons ¥ 60401
Space and Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, No smoking on site, Bluetooth speakers, Luggage storage service, No parking, Spacious and relaxing
Phone number: 075-556-0156
URL: https://www.kyo-ondokoro.kyoto/facility/gokomachi-ebisugawa.html
Yauan Nishi-Fujia.
Founded in 1873, "Kanamean Nishitomiya "is a small, exclusive ryokan with only seven guest rooms.
Despite its small size, the ryokan continues to receive high praise and has been awarded a Michelin star for a whopping 12 consecutive years, from 2010 when it received a star rating in the "Michelin Guide Kyoto and Osaka 2010 "to now.
The first ryokan in Kyoto to join "Relais & Chateaux ", the world's leading hotel and restaurant membership organization in Paris, this ryokan continues to provide the attentive hospitality for which it is known "with the motto "that represents the splendor of Kyoto and the culture of Japan and Kyoto through a single inn.Few but distinctive Japanese-style guest rooms
As mentioned earlier, there are only seven guest rooms here at "" , but each room is named after the room and each has its own unique charm.
"The rooms, named Wakana, Aoi, Umeeda, Yokobue, Bonfire, Matsukaze, and Hatsune ( "), all have different themes, so it is recommended that you choose a room from the theme according to your mood and purpose at the time of your stay.
The photo shows a plum branch room. This is a popular room with a beautiful plum tree that can be seen right from the room.
Hinoki cypress bath provided in each room
"At Yoan Nishitomiya ", each room is equipped with a cypress bath. Some rooms have a view of the garden while bathing in the cypress bath, and you can spend luxurious bath time surrounded by the pleasant scent of cypress.
"Japanese breakfast at "
Obanzai "is a famous Kyoto specialty ". "Obanzai "refers to the side dishes that have been eaten in daily life in Kyoto.
At this ryokan, you can enjoy delicious Japanese food for breakfast, with traditional obanzai at the center of the menu.
Kaiseki Restaurant Continues to be Highly Acclaimed
"Kaiseki cuisine at Yoan Nishitomiya "is very popular and highly acclaimed, having received consecutive stars in the Michelin Guide since 2010.
The atmospheric restaurant is full of hospitality even before you dine.
Kaiseki dishes offered range from traditional kaiseki to creative one-of-a-kind dishes. With an emphasis on seasonality, the kaiseki dishes at "Kanamean Nishitomiya "incorporate traditional Kyoto food culture and ingredients, contributing to the continuation of local food culture.
[Store Locations
Name: Toanishi Tomiya
Address: Rokkakushimaru, Tomishoji, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan 604-8064
Calculation: 1 berth for 2 persons ¥66,000
Space and Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, Pay parking, No elevator, Yukata rental, Japanese style space
Phone number: 075-211-2411
URL: https://www.kanamean.co.jp/
Sumiya Ryokan
"Sumiya Ryokan "is a famous ryokan with a long history, founded at the beginning of the Taisho era.
Despite its location in the city, a sense of calm and tranquility envelops guests as they step inside the ryokan.
The ryokan, which cherishes the spirit of tea ceremony and carries it down to the present day, has earned a reputation for its long tradition of building and attentive, attentive customer service.
Matcha experience to enjoy with family and friends
"Sumiya Ryokan "offers guests the opportunity to experience matcha (powdered green tea) with family and friends who are staying with them by making an advance reservation by noon the day before the event.
The teacher will teach you how to make and drink matcha tea, allowing you to experience Japanese culture while having fun at the same time.
"Sumiya Ryokan "has an event called "Tsukigama "which is a tea ceremony held on the 7th and 17th night of every month in which guests are invited to the tea room "Tamasagian "and put a kettle on the furnace.
Invited guests can go through the large granite tsukubai (a water bowl used to cleanse the hands before entering the tea ceremony room) called "Shame-ishi "to "Tama-usagi-an "for delicious green tea and sweets.
"Tsukigama "is a specialty of "Sumiya Ryokan "that can be enjoyed by a wide variety of people, from the most seasoned tea ceremony enthusiast to those experiencing tea for the first time.
Rooms with a different look and feel for each of the four seasons
From low-backed Japanese beds to spacious bathtubs, the guest rooms at "Sumiya Ryokan ", though old, are full of thoughtful touches to ensure that guests have a comfortable stay without any glitches.
The rooms are in the sukiya style favored by tea masters in the past, and the dimly lit spaces, not too artificially brightened by lighting, embody the spirit of Japanese "wabi and sabi ".
The guest rooms change their appearance as the seasons change, providing guests with an experience they will never get tired of no matter how many times they stay.
Cute gourd-shaped pulls. "Sumiya Ryokan "has many interestingly shaped pulls, such as sparrows, bamboo leaves, and spools of thread, and gourd-shaped ones are one of them.
The pulls are interesting and different from the round shapes you often see, so if you stay at this ryokan, pay attention to the pulls in your room and you may find something fun to discover.
Visually stunning Kyoto cuisine
"The hospitality at Sumiya Ryokan "cannot be described without its cuisine. The Kyoto-style cooking method, which makes the most of the flavors of the ingredients by using simple seasonings, is ideal for tasting the deliciousness of Kamo eggplant, Shogoin radish, and other Kyoto vegetables themselves.
Seasonal ingredients, such as bamboo shoots in spring and pike conger in summer, are carefully selected and delicately seasoned to be served as Kyoto-style kaiseki for dinner.
The dishes are served on beautiful Kiyomizu-yaki porcelain plates and carefully arranged to please both the palate and the eye.
[Store Locations
Name: Sumiya Ryokan
Address: Fuyacho Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8075
Calculation: 1 berth for 2 persons ¥79,640
Space and Facilities: Free Wi-Fi available, Parking available, Large public bath, Room service available, Attentive customer service
Phone number: 075-221-2188
URL: http://www2.odn.ne.jp/sumiya/sp/index.html
summary
In this article, we have introduced three luxury ryokans in the "Kawaramachi/Karasuma "area of Kyoto where you can stay in a relaxed atmosphere for more than 50,000 yen.
The ryokans introduced in this article offer experiences that you cannot get at other inns or hotels, such as the courteous and attentive service that only a luxury ryokan can provide.
If you would like to take a trip to Kyoto to get a taste of the city away from everyday life, spend a relaxing moment at one of the wonderful Kyoto luxury ryokan listed in this article.
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