Kyoto

Bask in the rich Japanese culture among cherry blossoms.

The spiritual heart of Japan

One of the country’s ten largest cities, Kyoto served as Japan’s capital and the emperor’s residence from 794 until 1868. It is a place to explore on foot, and it offers a fantastic mix of architectural, culinary, and cultural experiences. From modern museums and art galleries to the traditional Japanese architecture of temples, shrines, and castles; from Michelin-starred restaurants, chic cocktail bars, cool cafes and sushi spots to food halls, izakaya (Japanese pub-eateries), craft-beer bars, and old-school noodle joints; from sleeping on a futon or join a hanami (cherry-blossom viewing) party to discover the art of Japanese cooking – join us as our journey of getting one step closer to understand the unique Japanese culture.

Must Visit in Tokyo

Vacations provide an excellent opportunity for relaxation. They’re also a fantastic time to step out of your comfort zone. Kyoto has you covered on both counts. There’s so much to do here, like:

Nishiki Market

Located in the center of the city, this market has more than a hundred specialty shops featuring fresh produce, in a 400 m long narrow street.

Shinmonzen and Furumonzen

Located adjacent to Gion you will find a vast array of Japanese antiques ranging from Buddhist art, woodblock prints, pottery as well as oriental art.

Teramachi Art District

Offering different styles of Japanese art such as Japanese paper, Incense, tea, metalwork & crafts this area also includes European antiques and oriental art.

Kinkakuji Temple

One of Kyoto’s most famous attractions, this temple was originally built in 1397 as a residence for shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu.

Top Experiences

PRACTISE THE MINDFUL ART OF IKEBANA

Spend time with an Ikebana expert, transforming seasonal flowers into structurally magnificent arrangements of colour and form.

SAMURAI EXPERIENCE

Immerse yourself in Samurai history and culture. Under the guidance of an expert Samurai instructor, learn the philosophies of Bushido, handle a real katana sword, and take part in a Zen meditation session.

MEDITATE WITH ZEN BUDDHIST MONKS

Learn and practice the principles of Zen meditation from a local monk, finding a sense of calm in a meaningful, yet light-hearted and engaging process.

FALL FOLIAGE

Kyoto’s autumn season means, seasonal kaiseki meals, traditional tea ceremonies, and one of the world’s finest displays of fall foliage.

SPEND AN EVENING WITH A GEIKO

Visit a tea house and spend an afternoon and evening with a geiko (the Kyoto term for geisha), playing ozashiki, drinking tea and enjoying a dance performance and dinner.

TAKE A RICKSHAW TOUR

Journey through the magnificent Sagano Bamboo Forest on a traditional rickshaw. Discover Kyoto exclusive attractions with your own personal driver and guide.

Luxury Accommodation

Aman Kyoto

Aman Kyoto represents the fruition of a beautiful landscape first conceived as the garden of a textile museum. Whimsical stone pathways curve gently along the forest floor, and stone slabs blanketed in moss serve as the foundations for the resort’s architecture.

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto

Built on a site favored by Japanese nobility since the 17th century, The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto continues a legacy of quiet luxury. Drink in picturesque views of the Kamo River relax with a spa ritual inspired by Japan’s wellness traditions or stroll to nearby Gion to take in the region’s finest shopping and entertainment.

Four Seasons Tokyo

Sunlight peeks through the tall, slender stems of bamboo that lead you to our intimate hideaway in Kyoto’s temple district. At our heart is the 800-year-old Shakusui-en, a pond garden that firmly grounds our contemporary Hotel in tradition, artistry, and natural beauty.