HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

Discover a cherished noodle haven serving exquisite udon, renowned for its rich broths and delightful tempura, mere steps from Kyoto's serene Heian Shrine.

At Monk, nestled in a serene Kyoto neighborhood, you can savor wood-fired pizzas and seasonal tasting menus crafted with fresh, sustainable ingredients in a cozy, minimalist setting.

The Nishijin Textile Center in Kyoto is a vibrant hub of exquisite kimonos, intricate textiles, and live weaving demos, perfect for any textile enthusiast.

Casual, cozy inn offering rooms with tatami floors & futons, plus a bathhouse & a restaurant. Set in a bustling shopping district, this informal, cozy inn with a traditional wooden facade is a 7-minute walk from a subway station, 3 km from Yasaka Shrine and 4 km from Nijō Castle. Understated, spartan rooms come with free Wi-Fi, TVs and minifridges, and feature tatami floors with areas for futons. Breakfast (fee) is available in a down-to-earth restaurant that offers refined meals. There's also a gender-segregated, communal bathhouse.

Nestled in serene forests along the Tenjin River, this luxe hot spring hotel offers minimalist rooms, exquisite dining, and rejuvenating onsen experiences.

Nestled in serene Kyoto, this 15th-century temple features a stunning Zen rock garden and a delightful yudofu restaurant, perfect for a peaceful escape.

Informal restaurant with an open kitchen prepping imaginative fish dishes served with rice & soup.

Longstanding, bright venue with counter seating, offering an array of nigiri & maki.

Cozy restaurant prepping traditional multi-course meals featuring seasonal ingredients.

Simple dorms & private rooms with tatami mats in an understated hostel offering a modest cafe. A 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo train station, this low-key hostel in a traditional Ryokan house is 1 km from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Buddhist temple. The mountainside Fushimi Inari-taisha Shinto shrine is 4 km away. Simple single-sex dorms feature tatami floors and futons, and have hanging bamboo dividers between sleeping spaces. Private rooms sleep up to 4 guests. All provide free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms. Freebies include tea and coffee in the communal kitchen. There's also a lounge and a modest cafe. Breakfast and bike rentals are available for a fee. Minimum stay rules may apply.