HAZUKI KYOTO, Kyoto

Hazuki Kyoto - A Traditional Machiya with Century-Old Antiques and Designer Lighting in Historic Gion

Located between the Kamogawa River and Takase canal, this 2-star Kyoto hotel seamlessly integrates antique wooden fixtures from century-old Niigata and Kyoto houses. Hazuki Kyoto features traditional Japanese tatami flooring, handcrafted Shigaraki pottery bathtubs, and designer lighting inspired by Jun'ichirō Tanizaki's aesthetic philosophy. The property offers four distinct room types, including the 144.4 ft^2 Kagarazuki suite with a separate bedroom for up to 4 guests, and the 118.1 ft^2 Hanazuki suite accommodating 3 guests. Each non-smoking room includes air conditioning, heated floors, wall heating, and private bathrooms with modern amenities. Traditional Japanese futon bedding sets come complete with floor mats, covers, and pillows. The Hazuki property stands 1640.4 ft from Sanjusangendo Temple and 0.5 miles from both Kennin-ji Temple and Rokuharamitsu-ji, with Kiyomizu-dera Temple accessible within a 25-minute walk.

Pros

Interior features authentic antique elements including sliding doors, wicket doors, and ranma screens

Lighting design follows traditional Japanese aesthetics detailed in 'In Praise of Shadows'

Handcrafted Shigaraki pottery bathtubs provide unique bathing experience

Six restaurants within 1640.4 ft of the property

Cons

1 mile distance to Nishiki Market Shopping District

1 mile walk to Yasaka Shrine