JAPANiCAN Select Ryokan - Kyoto Ryokan

A path on the ryokan grounds.

• A path on the ryokan grounds.
• Several of Hiiragiya Bekkan's rooms open onto a small garden.
• The baths of Hiiragiya Bekkan are for use by all guests.
• Hiiragiya Bekkan's exterior
• The ryokan's main garden area
• The guest rooms at Hiiragiya Bekkan are furnished in a traditional Japanese style.

Though situated in the bustling heart of Kyoto, Hiiragiya Bekkan offers a quiet, peaceful stay in surroundings that recall the old capital of years past.

Guests have enjoyed the heart-felt service and intimate atmosphere of the Hiiragiya Ryokan and its Bekkan annex for over 200 years. Hiiragiya Bekkan serves meticulously-prepared traditional kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients directly to guests in their rooms.

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A small garden on the grounds of Izuyasu

• A small garden on the grounds of Izuyasu
• Izuyasu's exterior

While mere minutes on foot from Kyoto Station, Izuyasu offers a traditional experience befitting a ryokan in the former capital of Japan.

Izuyasu's convenient access and authentic atmosphere have made it a perennial JAPANiCAN favorite. Guests at Izuyasu will enjoy delicious meals evoking the season's flavors and the beautiful scenery of Kyoto itself, served in-room.

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The exterior of Watazen's hotel - the ryokan is in a prime location for access to both sightseeing and public transportation.

• The exterior of Watazen's hotel - the ryokan is in a prime location for access to both sightseeing and public transportation.
• Watazen's rooms imbue traditional Japanese design with an air of comfort.

This historic ryokan has served guests for over 170 years from the heart of central Kyoto. With sightseeing spots like the Museum of Kyoto and Nishiki Market nearby and convenient bus access to the rest of Kyoto, this ryokan would make a convenient choice for sightseeing or shopping travelers.

Watazen offers surprisingly flexible services for a traditional inn like 24-hour check in, rental computer, and English-speaking staff ready to welcome guests from around the world with traditional Japanese hospitality.

Meals at Watazen utilize the best ingredients and techniques available for genuine Kyoto-style cooking, and the quiet, comfortable guest rooms and large shared baths at Watazen will ensure a peaceful night's rest.

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Guest are wrapped in Kamogawakan's sumptious style from the moment they step foot inside.

• Guest are wrapped in Kamogawakan's sumptious style from the moment they step foot inside.
• Guests can enjoy a cup of green tea while basking in the sunlight.
• Patrons can appreciate Kamogawakan's carefully groomed rock garden.
• The entrance to Kamogawakan welcomes arriving guests.
• A trip to the shared bath is integral to any ryokan stay.
• Kamogawakan's rooms exude a simple serenity.

Nestled on the banks of the Kamogawa River, next to the famous Sanjo Ohashi Bridge, Kamogawakan`s close proximity to subway stations and bus terminals makes it ideal for getting out and experiencing historic Kyoto.

Even without leaving the comfort of their rooms, guests staying in one section of Kamogawakan can feast their eyes on the pure waters of the Kamogawa River rushing down from the scenic Higashiyama mountains.

The ryokan is also offering special summer plans, giving customers a chance to enjoy traditional kaiseki cuisine or take home a yukata (light cotton kimono worn in the summer)!

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The beautiful brick facade of Iroha Ryokan.

• The beautiful brick facade of Iroha Ryokan.
• Iroha's interior is a fusion of modern amenities with stylish bamboo and stone decor.
• Japanese-style rooms offer both tradition and comfort.
• Iroha's relaxing Japanese bath.
• Simple serenity characterizes Iroha's rooms.
• An array of delicious foods await Iroha's patrons.
• All of Iroha's meals are meticulously prepared at the height of freshness.
• Iroha's well-lit and welcoming facade make it easy to find even when checking in late.
• Sprawling and pristine, Iroha's main hall is carpeted with tatami, Japanese traditional flooring.
• Iroha also offers a modern, western-style rooms, complete with all of the amenities.

For over 100 years, Iroha Ryokan has boasted traditional cuisine like kaiseki, sukiyaki and a variety of seasonal dishes, as well as a spacious Japanese-style bath.

Outside of its relaxing confines, Iroha's location in the heart of Kyoto offers easy access to popular sights like Higashiyama and Kiyomizudera, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The ryokan also offers a wide variety of rooms and plans to accommodate all types of travelers.

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Motonago's entrance

• Motonago's entrance
• Charming side streets near Motonago perfect for a short stroll.
• The wooden baths of Motonago.
• Motonago's rooms are decorated in a typical Japanese style.

Boasting impeccable, Michelin-rated service, Motonago not only provides guests with a fantastic base for exploring Kyoto, but is a destination into itself.

Located in the Higashiyama area, surrounded by many temples and shrines, it is also within walking distance of Gion.

Motonago offers traditional kaiseki cuisine featuring local and seasonal ingredients served in-room. Sukiyaki and shabu shabu courses are also available for those guests staying more than one night.

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Yoshi-Ima's entryway

• Yoshi-Ima's entryway
• A room with a garden view from Yoshi-Ima's newer main wing.
• A refreshing garden on the ryokan grounds.

Yoshi-Ima lies directly in the middle of Gion, center of the geisha world, and is flanked by the antique shops and preserved buildings of Shinmonzen Street and Shinbashi Street.

Yoshi-Ima provides guests with a peaceful atmosphere in which to relax, complete with garden, tea ceremony room, and private and public baths.

An essential part of any ryokan experience, Yoshi-Ima's delicious kaiseki cuisine is made with seasonal seafood and local Kyoto local vegetables, served in-room.

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A private room with its own outdoor bath.

• A private room with its own outdoor bath.
• This guestroom includes its own beautiful private bath.
• A traditional Japanese-style room.
• The annex glistens in the summer night.
• This winter cozy up to a "kotatsu," a Japanese heated table.
• Momiji means maple tree and often refers to fall foliage. This hotel lives up to its name.

This hotel is located in Takao, often called Kyoto's inner parlor. This peaceful, old ryokan (Japanese-style hotel) is located across a suspension bridge, providing beautiful views of the surrounding area. It is only a 30-minute drive from the parkway, and pick up service may be available from Kyoto, Hanazono and Tenjin stations upon previous arrangement.

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