Kanamean Nishitomiya
562 Honeyanocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Central Kyoto (Nakagyo-ku)
7 Rooms
Contemporary Classic & Quiet
One MICHELIN Key · A very special stay
The ryokan tradition might be one of the world’s longest-running hospitality genres, but in Japan, there’s a distinction between “traditional” and “old-fashioned.” And while Kanamean Nishitomiya has plenty of connection with the past — for one thing, it’s a 19th-century townhouse, a rarity in Kyoto — a stay here isn’t a trip back in time so much as it is an experience of Japanese hospitality stripped down to its essence.
After all, the owners haven’t been precious about outfitting their antique home with contemporary furniture. All seven rooms are tatami-style, which is as traditional as can be, but the house’s modern artworks and library full of books break the otherwise retro mood. And every room is individual, in its way, with differing layouts and décor, so no two stays are quite the same.
The urban location means it’s convenient as can be, while the townhouse setting isolates you from the city’s business. The highlight, as in any ryokan, is dinner, an elaborate multi-course affair for which you dress in traditional garb and follow a carefully prescribed routine. Here it’s been recognized with a Michelin star, which is no small achievement for a family-owned business such as this.
After all, the owners haven’t been precious about outfitting their antique home with contemporary furniture. All seven rooms are tatami-style, which is as traditional as can be, but the house’s modern artworks and library full of books break the otherwise retro mood. And every room is individual, in its way, with differing layouts and décor, so no two stays are quite the same.
The urban location means it’s convenient as can be, while the townhouse setting isolates you from the city’s business. The highlight, as in any ryokan, is dinner, an elaborate multi-course affair for which you dress in traditional garb and follow a carefully prescribed routine. Here it’s been recognized with a Michelin star, which is no small achievement for a family-owned business such as this.
Location
Kanamean Nishitomiya
562 Honeyanocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Central Kyoto (Nakagyo-ku)
Guest Score & Reviews
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19.5
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Marisa
Stayed December 2024
Fantastic. Lovely staff. Gorgeous hotel. Will return so luxurious and Japanese.

Ronald
Stayed November 2024
quiet, personal, architecture and serene spaces to enjoy, yet homey and sophisticated

Luca
Stayed October 2024
Le parti comuni erano calde e accoglienti, piene di libri. La camera in pieno stile ryokan: indimenticabile col suo mini giardino e la vasca piena di acqua calda in una zona bagno tipo bagno turco. La colazione giapponese in kimono: altra chicca.

Hayley
Stayed September 2024
The room was beautiful and the little garden outside of the room was immaculately kept. The food was the best food I’ve ever eaten in my life.
Rooms & Rates
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Rooms
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SUPERIOR ROOM - HATSUNE / MATSUKAZE
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Fits 2 people
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Tatami Mats
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462 ft²/42 m².
Views: Partial garden.
Includes:
- Bathtub
- Coffee/tea
- Espresso machine
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Phones
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Tatami mats
- Turndown service
- Wake up service



Deluxe Room - Kagaribi
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Fits 2 people
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Tatami Mats
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462 ft²/42 m².
Views: Partial garden.
Includes:
- Bathtub
- Coffee/tea
- Espresso machine
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Phones
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Tatami mats
- Turndown service
- Wake up service



Deluxe Suite - Yokobue
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Fits 2 people
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Tatami Mats
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430 ft²/39 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Bathtub
- Coffee/tea
- Espresso machine
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Patio
- Phones
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Tatami mats
- Turndown service
- Wake up service



Deluxe Suite - Umegae
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Fits 2 people
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Tatami Mats
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538 ft²/50 m².
Views: Partial garden.
Includes:
- Bathtub
- Coffee/tea
- Espresso machine
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Phones
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Turndown service
- Wake up service
SUITE - KASHIWAGI
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Fits 3 people
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3 Single Beds
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699 ft²/65 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Bathtub
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Separate living room
- Soaking tub
- Stand up shower
- Television
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Rates in ISK for 1 night, 1 guest
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Check-in
Oct 6
Check-out
Oct 15
Rates shown in USD based on single occupancy.