The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Essential Guide to Kyoto, Japan

"Set on the banks of the Kamogawa River, this 134-room hotel embodies quiet Japanese elegance through simple lines and natural materials, and I find its impeccable service and strong sense of place make it one of the best hotels in Japan. It also houses the unmissable Chef's Table By Katsuhito Inoue, a zero-waste, communal kaiseki dinner crafted around Kyoto’s 72 microseasons." - Jessica Kozuka Jessica Kozuka Jessica Kozuka is a Japan-based freelance writer with nearly 20 years of experience. Her work has appeared in publications such as Wine Spectator, Travel + Leisure, CNN Travel, and The Japan Times. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines