Amazing place, comfortable and silent. The host is extremely kind and available for any request. Super choice.

Stayed in April 2024

Great location, clean ryokan, awesome breakfast and friendly hosts!

Stayed in May 2024

We stayed for one night. If you have a sensitive back, like me, traditional Japanese futon beds are not the best choice. I had back pain the next day. But this was my own mistake. I don't know what I expected.

Very beautifully decorated ryokan. The owner is super friendly and speaks good English. Breakfast was really good, homemade food! You have the entire floor to yourself when you book a room/apartment. Everything was very clean. The location is great!

Stayed in April 2024

I can't think of anything. I usually have something negative to say, but I really can't think of anything that could have been better. Maybe... it's a good idea to take a taxi, just up the hill if you have luggage.

Perfection from start to finish. Absolutely charming people and house. Astounding kindness and hospitality. The light comes through the windows of the house that is just so... 'wabi sabi'!!! Loved it!

Stayed in April 2024

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We loved how friendly and cheerful was our host, but the best was the place itself. Magical, traditional japanese house and whole floor only for us! We will never forget this place. Thank you!

Stayed in April 2024

一切都很好。谢谢。 Everything is very nice, especially the staffs who not only warmly welcomed us but also help to call a cab and take care of our luggage. Thank you. Highly recommended.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing.

The hosts were awesome. I felt very much at peace and welcomed. I loved my room, which was stunningly beautiful in a very toned down way.

Stayed in March 2024

I loved it and there isn't anything negative to say. For some guests, the traditional futon beds might be different to what they are used to, so to be aware, but it is part of the Ryokan experience.

A nice clean traditional Japanese Ryokan. The facilities were fantastic, the location right next to Kiyomizu-Dera. The best thing about the stay was the host - he was very friendly and worked very hard to make the stay very comfortable. The big Japanese breakfast in the morning was delicious.

Stayed in March 2024

Most beautiful place I’ve ever stayed

Stayed in January 2024

Perfect location. Hosts were incredibly welcoming, and the breakfast was unbelievable.

Stayed in November 2023

Location was perfect for our family! The property is near Ninnenzaka and Sinnenzaka and walking distance from the Kiyumizo-dera Temple. There is also a vendo machine just outside the property. The location was very quiet and relaxing. We were greeted by a Tea Ceremony when we arrived and our host was very nice and helpful! Other tourist spots were walkable in distance but we recommend taking Uber to nearby places like Pontocho and Gion to save time and energy. We also took Uber to Fushima Inari. The saved time and energy allowed us to have a very relaxing trip as a family and allowed us more time to enjoy each place. We will definitely stay in this ryokan again the next time we return to Kyoto! We are now in Osaka and we already miss this place!

Stayed in November 2023

The location was amazing, only a few minutes walk from Sannenzaka, and had a gorgeous walkway and garden. We were greeted in the most friendly way and all the staff were so lovely and helpful. The delicious dessert platter was also a pleasant surprise. We really enjoyed the traditional breakfast which came with an amazing spread of small dishes. The beds were also surprisingly comfy. Overall an amazing atmosphere and experience.

Stayed in October 2023

that we had to carry up our luggage from the gate to the entrance, and that we could hear people talking from the next room. Though we understand that it is part of staying in a traditional ryokan!

A cozy little gem tucked away in Kiyomizu, with an authentic, Kyoto-like appearance and excellent hospitality catered to your needs. Although you have to go up the hill to get here, the location is close to Kiyomizu temple and great to get around. They have a nice wooden bath, probably the only modern thing in the ryokan, which you can soak in literally whenever (midnight, early morning, right before CO time). The staffs are very friendly and their Japanese style breakfast is to die for. Only downside is that since this is a traditional ryokan, you will need to carry your luggage up the stone steps to get to the entrance from the gate and the walls are very thin (hence no kids under a certain age allowed). Overall it was an extraordinary Kyoto experience for us and we will definitely be coming back!

Stayed in October 2023

Everything was great, the room, the welcoming, the breakfast, it really transported me in a different time. It is very comfortable, and the location is great close to many important places to visit, Gion and multiple temples. People looking for an authentic feeling to there stay should really go there!

Stayed in September 2023

Only one bottle of water in the fridge and not allowed to have another one which is sad for the price. But you can fill it up with water from room sink.

Perfectly located. Perfect welcoming. Beautiful room with a comfy futon. Bathroom with the hot bath was amazing. Room is lockable with a key

Stayed in September 2023

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Manjiro always provides me with all the best service, both the facilities and the staff. It has one of the best machiya wooden townhouse in Kyoto, and it also has the best and the most warm-hearted manager in Japan. I appreciate all help that the staff offered to me. And I will introduce Manjiro to all my friends. By the way, never miss out the wonderful breakfast.

Stayed in August 2023

The only thing I would change is the humidity of Kyoto which I don’t think is up to the Ryokan, lol!

I loved the service here! The staff were extremely kind and helpful when explaining Kyoto!!!

Stayed in August 2023

None ... well, it is a bit pricey but worth of it.

Ryokan for more than 120 years and with the current owner for more than 10 years. Very large and beautiful accommodation space. Hosts only your group of guest at time. Very tasty Japanese breakfast that is every day a bit different. Quiet though located just off the main touristic area. From Kyoto station, take bus 206 for about 15 mins and walk 5 mins up - or take a taxi.

Stayed in February 2023

No complaints. We'll definitely stay again.

Everything was incredible. Entirely above our expectations. We took a taxi from Kyoto train station and it took around 15mins at a cost of 2000¥. We went in January and there was heavy snow and icy roads. The ryokan is in a great location. Nearby temples and Gion area are walkable. Beautiful area with traditional shop houses. The hosts were so friendly. We had the top floor ryokan which was huge and comfortable. The bathroom and shower facilities were good. Heating was warm enough. The breakfast was exceptional. Very happy we chose to stay in a ryokan and not a hotel.

Stayed in January 2023

if you book this stay you probably want to experience the traditional japanese house. this is exactly it and its very good location only about 5min walking to the famous tatami starbucks. i didnt have breakfast but i think they offer breakfast too which is fantastic. tge area is ninnenzaka so you can walk around and experience the calm side of the bustling area after dark. if you go around spring you can go for the night view and illumination in kiyomizu-dera, another 5min walk! if youre unsure of the room its the whole upper floor of the building the host/staff is still downstairs but its a very private experience. there is no elevator to the upper floor.

Stayed in January 2023

it’s not perfect but perfection is in the eye of the beholder

quirky and funny old fashioned ! don’t expect Starbucks and Have a Nice Day ! be thankful

Stayed in October 2022

location is unbeatable, walk-in distance to the temples and Gion district and you are in the old town. owner is very friendly and nice and speaks English. food was delicious. would stay again.

Stayed in October 2022

It was amazing. Even if we stayed for just 2 nights, it was exceptional. The service itself was great. Also upon arriving on our 2nd night, they even prepared some chilled fruits and chocolate cake.

Stayed in August 2021

Bedding needs to be cotton & preferably white

The proximity to Kiyomitsu is exceptional. The breakfast is beautiful. Peaceful & authentic. Lovely bath!

Stayed in November 2023