NAZUNA KYOTO GOSHO, Kyoto

Nazuna Kyoto Gosho - A 7-room luxury ryokan with traditional wagashi themes and private gardens

Located 0.3 miles from Marutamachi, this distinctive Kyoto hotel occupies two large-scale Kyomachiya townhouses featuring seven uniquely designed rooms. Each accommodation at Nazuna Kyoto Gosho showcases a different wagashi (traditional Japanese confection) theme, complete with private hinoki bathtubs or outdoor baths. The property's lobby extends to four guest rooms and a Japanese garden, while the second Kyomachiya houses three additional rooms and a dining lounge. Guests can experience Irori-style breakfast cooking around a sunken hearth, featuring rice from the historic Kome-Ryotei Hachidaime Gihey company. The rooms include modern amenities such as air conditioning, heated floors, and free international calls. The Imperial Palace stands 1 mile away, while Karasuma district is also 1 mile from the property.

Pros

Traditional Irori cooking method using charcoal grilling creates unique flavors

Historic architectural elements preserved, including wooden beams and an expansive ceiling from a former lumber warehouse

Seasonal local ingredients sourced from established suppliers

Private gardens visible from guest rooms offer seasonal views

Cons

31 mile distance from Itami Airport

Minimum age requirement of 13 years for guests