Toshiharu Ryokan
326 Benzaiten-Cho, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto, Japan
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326 Benzaiten-Cho, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Parking
- Garden
- Room Service
- Safety Deposit Box
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- kitchenware
- Concierge services
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Massage services
- Off-Site parking
- Daily Housekeeping
- English
- Japanese
- taxi service
- Buzzer/Wireless Intercom
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Access to health care professionals
- Staff trained in safety protocol
- Temperature check for guests and staff
- Free face masks
- Food delivery
- Body thermometer available
- CCTV security in common areas
- Complimentary drinking water
- Daily disinfection
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Non-smoking property
- Room towels provided
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
- Air conditioning in public area
- Heating in public area
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Professional cleaning services
- Cleaning products available
- Room service available
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- Itami Intl Airport - 23.39 mi
Museums
- Kyoto International Manga Museum - 0.86 mi
- Kyoto National Museum - 0.97 mi
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Gabriel (Couple)
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
So authentic and amazing and comfortable.
Sally (Couple)
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
This was a great authentic Japanese experience -- from the delicious breakfast, spacious room and amazing gardens. The staff could not have been more gracious and hospitable.
Nakasone (Couple)
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Hospitality and beauty of the Ryokan. It was so relaxing and quiet.
Probably the curfew but I totally understand the why behind it so I’m not upset about it. It forces me to come back and relax which was a need.
Julia (Couple)
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very accommodating
If you are big or tall u will not be comfortable because it is a smaller space! Fyi
The room is fine but the corridors are very tight and low
Brian (Solo Traveler)
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The most kind and thoughtful staff Beautiful ryokan in a busy central area. It was very peaceful.
Nothing much to note, beds were quite firm but everything else was perfect
Audrey (Couple)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Such a comfortable and soothing place to unwind after exploring Kyoto. The staff were amazing, the bathes were so relaxing, the gardens were such a lovely addition, and the room was spacious and cute. We felt so accommodated for!
Heather (Family with young children)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It was a true Japanese Inn. Beautiful. The staff were wonderful and so friendly. The Japanese bath was so nice. It’s a must stay in Kyoto.
zitzaki (Solo Traveler)
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We stayed here for one night and absolutely loved the experience. The ryokan is beautiful, cozy, and full of history. The hosts were incredibly kind. They showed us around the 100 year old ryokan and even prepared a small tea ceremony for us, which was such a lovely surprise.
Our room, Satsuki, with its private garden was peaceful and relaxing. The evening onsen was wonderful. The hot water, the scent of wood, and the calm atmosphere made it unforgettable.
We also enjoyed the traditional Japanese breakfast very much. Everything was prepared with great care. We will definitely come back again for a longer stay.
Jessica (Solo Traveler)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Wonderful joyful hosts
Would be nice to also have a pajama set option or option to eat in room.
Syreeta (Couple)
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The ladies at Toshiharu Ryokan took exceptional care of us during our stay. We only stayed overnight, just for a taste of a Ryokan experience. The beds they set up for us were the most comfortable beds we slept in during our 9-day trip. The traditional Japanese breakfast they prepared for us was stellar and ended up being my favorite overall meal in Japan. The room that we booked had private access to the small but tranquil garden. Though be aware other rooms overlook the garden, so while they do not have access, they can see you while out there. The baths were soooo relaxing and smelled amazing due to the wood used to build them.
I would 100% stay here again, and likely will, during my next Kyoto trip.
Eden (Couple)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It was serene and beautiful and the people who worked there were beyond wonderful such a fantastic experience for us and a memory we will always cherish.
People who stay here should expect to be conscious of cultural expectations & follow set traditions to support the environment of the ryokan
ken (Couple)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Wanted to communicate before paying the initial fee - booking.com did not allow
Garyn (Solo Traveler)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It was an amazing experience. The onsen was amazing and the breakfast was delicious.
Michelle (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The rooms were had a lovely view of the traditional gardens. I also loved the baths! It was an absolutely fantastic place to stay.
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Reetu (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We loved the experience. It was like stepping into another world all together. The staff was attentive and caring. We felt that we were visiting someone in their home. Felt vert special
Mary (Group Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
This Ryokan is a true gem! Most comfortable night of sleep after private onsen time, and hearing rain fall in the zen center garden. We loved every breakfast and could not recommend the staff, the beautiful house, all the extra details (from a complementary birthday gift for my husband to the library snacks upstairs and matcha ceremony) more!! Would definitely come again.
Caitlin (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The staff were extremely friendly, the breakfast was delicious and the place is very charming. This was the highlight of our time in Japan and I would highly recommend staying here.
Jochelle K. (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location is accessible to the attractions, restaurants, and shopping district you would want to explore in Kyoto. But best believe that you wouldn't want to go out of the ryokan once you've checked in. Their guest services and amenities were topnotch—luggage storage, they will walk you through the whole property upon check-in with welcome tea and snack, great amenities including the library and 2 private onsens, beautiful gardens, great breakfast served in your room.
It could only have been better if we booked 2 nights at the ryokan.
Katherine (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
This ryokan is run by gracious people. The home is beautiful and beautifully kept, and we enjoyed the baths, breakfast, and library. It’s conveniently located, as well.
Michael (Group Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
This is a ryokan run by a multigenerational family and you can tell the care they put into their guests' stays. Check-in was super easy as our staff member spoke fluent english pretty much. We stayed over new years so they served us a special soba along with our welcome green tea. We also had breakfast included with our plan which was a special new year menu and was delicious. Beds were comfortable and although the toilet is outside the room, was very clean throughout. Shower facilities were also shared but spotless the whole time we were there. The staff are so kind and hospitable which is very heartwarming as well. There is a small cafeteria-type area with free coffee and a tea lounge on the 2nd floor featuring some great snacks/cookies (which we later found out are VERY expensive if purchased outside) which were free to take. I highly recommend this place and found the location to be fantastic - away from the main road so quiet and not too many tourists walking through to create a disturbance. Even though Kyoto is highly visited and the main tourist areas can be loud/crowded, this place helped us forget about all of that while still being a very reasonable walk to Kyoto station as long as you're okay getting the heart rate up a little bit if you have a lot of luggage. Other things to be aware of, shower time is by reservation so check in and secure your slot. Also the place locks up the gate between midnight and 7a so be back before then and let them know if you have to leave before 7a.
While not the fault of the owners (the building itself is one of the original wooden constructions in Kyoto that still remain), if you need rapid access to the bathroom be warned that it's both not in the room but also the hallway is open to the air. It was cold while we were there and going to the bathroom at night can be a mental feat for that reason. Really nitpicking at this point because everything else was so good.
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Area information
- Itami Intl Airport - 23.39 mi
- Gojo Station - 0.23 mi
- Kiyomizu Gojo Station - 0.58 mi
- Kawaramachi Station - 0.70 mi
- Gion Shijo Station - 0.84 mi
- Karasuma Oike Station - 0.86 mi
- Kyoto Station - 0.93 mi
- Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Station - 1.03 mi
- Nijojo-mae Station - 1.04 mi
- Sanjo Station - 1.06 mi
- Sanjo Keihan Station - 1.13 mi
- Marutamachi Station - 1.25 mi
- Nijo Station - 1.35 mi
- Higashiyama Station - 1.41 mi
- Kujo Station - 1.72 mi
- Keage Station - 1.90 mi
- Nishioji Station - 1.93 mi
- Imadegawa Station - 2.19 mi
- Inari Station - 2.29 mi
- Demachiyanagi Station - 2.29 mi
- Kujoyama Station - 2.34 mi
- Kitano Hakubaicho Station - 2.55 mi
- Kyoto International Manga Museum - 0.86 mi
- Kyoto National Museum - 0.97 mi
- Kyoto Aquarium - 0.96 mi
- Kyoto Municipal Zoo - 1.82 mi
- Kyoto Tower - 0.76 mi
- Gion District - 0.93 mi
- Nijo Castle - 1.26 mi
- Imperial Palace - 1.78 mi
- Maruyama Park - 1.31 mi
- Doshisha University - 2.16 mi
- Kyoto University - 2.33 mi
- Nishiki Market - 0.60 mi
- Nishi Hongan-ji Temple - 0.60 mi
- Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple - 0.83 mi
- Ponto-cho - 0.88 mi
- Sanjusangen-do Temple - 1.02 mi
- Yasaka Shrine - 1.18 mi
- Umekoji-kamotsueki - 1.24 mi
- Kodai-ji - 1.28 mi
- Samurai Kembu Kyoto - 1.33 mi
- To-ji Temple - 1.39 mi
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple - 1.51 mi
- Shoren-in Temple - 1.51 mi
- Chion-in Temple - 1.52 mi
- Heian Shrine - 1.80 mi
- Tofuku-ji Temple - 1.88 mi
- Nanzen-ji Temple - 2.17 mi
- Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine - 2.31 mi
- Eikan-do Zenrin-ji - 2.35 mi
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Toshiharu Ryokan
326 Benzaiten-Cho, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto, Japan