"Ryokan Yamazaki" has been reborn with a new concept as "RYOKAN YAMAZAKI". Surrounded by nature in Takao, Kyoto, we have elaborated our plans as a place where you can have a peaceful time. In addition, access to sightseeing spots by car is convenient, making it an ideal base for sightseeing in Kyoto. Enjoy a comfortable and peaceful trip while feeling the Japanese atmosphere. The logo has also changed to symbolize the new “RYOKAN YAMAZAKI”. The design combines a mountain icon representing Takao, a famous scenic spot in Kyoto surrounded by mountains, and simple letters that evoke the interior and room settings. It fuses tradition and modernity to express the mountains' beauty and a ryokan's sophisticated atmosphere of a ryokan. 30 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station, the restaurant/Ryokan Yamazaki is very convenient for access to Takao. It is located in a quiet place where you can feel the change of seasons in Kyoto up close.
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I'm glad the room is so beautiful. Rather, the room was too large for two. The only amenities are rinse-in shampoo and body soap, so women might want to take bath goods. There were two sinks side by side and they were spacious. If your child is staying, you might hear footsteps or voices. If you're nervous, you'll be concerned. I was not particularly bothered. The food was gorgeous, but the amount was not too large, and I was able to finish it comfortably. The convenience store was also a 10-minute walk away, so it was very helpful. I didn't go there this time, but I think there was a temple nearby. Overall it was a very quiet and calm space.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Located at a residential area, Yamazaki Ryokan allows a chance to escape from the busy crowds of Kyoto and experience a traditional japanese accommodation. There is a restaurant in the hotel which serves japanese food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the surroudings one can find less known and peaceful temples. The closest train station (Utano) is about 20 minutes walk from the Ryokan. There are bus lines that stop in the vicinity of the hotel.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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This Ryokan does indeed appear to be recently renovated and under improved management. Our en-suite room was spacious, clean and new. Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast both exceeded expectations. Given the reasonable price this is a good introductory Ryokan. The location is well out of the city centre so generally quiet. We arrived on foot from the station en-route from Arashiyama bamboo grove and departed by bus to Kyoto station which worked OK. Staff speak good enough English. Heating/AC a bit noisy.
The JR bus passes the door heading for the station approx twice per hour (free if you have a railcard); plus No8 bus once or twice per hour.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Room Tip:It's on the JR bus route plu #8
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No love. The Ryokan itself has nice rooms with tatami mats and very comfortable futons. The issue lies around the staff and presumably the owner who didn’t have the decency to come out of the room screened off at the front desk but was still able to hear us and bark out replies. The Ryokan itself is out of town so to get in to town you have to catch a sporadic bus every 40 mins, a taxi being 2200 yen from the centre and 5000 yen from the station. There is a hotel bus but with the suggestion they drop us they said there was no driver. The staff were uncooperative and it felt like we were doing them a favour being there. Breakfast was average at best with cold fish and watery miso. Sorry, loved Kyoto, but will stay in town for the money spent.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Hard to be so far out of town given Kyoto is a lot of walking.
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The ryokan is definitely very nice. We took the suite with private garden with dinner and breakfast included. It was worth it because both the room and the garden were absolutely gorgeous. Dinner and breakfast are held in the common room (too bad, we wish they were in the room) and are plentiful and traditional. The only flaw is that the bathroom was slightly cold.
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The room was very clean and the amenities were well prepared, which was great. The staff were also all very nice and polite. The dinner and breakfast were also very delicious. Another plus point was that you could choose between Japanese and Western food for breakfast. Access is fine if you're coming by car, but if you're coming by bus, you'll have to make a few transfers, so it might be a bit difficult. However, I was very satisfied with my trip.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A super nice experience, they were attentive to my arrival and in constant communication, they were also very friendly during the reception and the traditional Japanese breakfast was delicious The room was spacious and new, everything was perfectly clean. The garden is beautiful, I missed days to enjoy it, it is located on the outskirts so the neighborhood is very quiet and you feel very peaceful
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Consideren el horario en el que van a llegar, ya qué los autobuses pasan menos frecuente mientras...
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It's a well kept ryokan in a quiet part of Kyoto that is excellent value for money. Rooms are well kept with comfortable bedding, air conditioning and wi-fi.
Location wise, it's a little out of the way but we had no problem making our way around - a short taxi ride to several temples where you're then near the train line, and there's a JR bus stop right outside that will take you all the way to Kyoto station.
We opted for the stay with breakfast/dinner each day and the food was excellent, authentic Japanese dishes for dinner and they catered to the coeliac in our group. Breakfast had an option of Japanese or Western style.
The proprietor was very hospitable and spoke good English, so was able to assist us in our travel plans.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Beautiful Ryokan with a great view of nature. Very peaceful and tranquil, and the perfect place to stay in Kyoto. There is a bus directly to Kyoto station - it takes around 45 minutes but it’s worth the distance for the beautiful setting of the Ryokan. Staff are so friendly and the stay was amazing!
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The courtyard is very well maintained The Japanese tatami is very large and has a greenhouse Open the curtain and you can see the entire courtyard great feeling There is another room It was very quiet at night and slept very well The bathroom is big with a big bathtub There is another toilet which is very clean Breakfast and dinner are Japanese-style home cooking. The white rice is delicious and I enjoy eating it Although transportation for foreign tourists requires prior homework Specifically, it is accessible by bus (no tram) You'll be there in about 5 minutes after getting off the bus. Buses in Japan are basically always on time You can also refer to bus app The whole hotel has a very Japanese-style warmth I had a good sleep and could feel the care taken by the owner. Thanks for a great trip memory!!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Dear Reader
We hired a car so are unable to answer your question properly. I do recall other patrons of our lovely ryokan catching a bus into town. The bus stop was right outside our ryokan from memory.
Regards
Lisa
There are more places to choose from in the Kyoto area.
PRICE RANGE
R 1,237 - R 3,287 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
ryokan yamazaki hotel kyoto
LOCATION
JapanKinkiKyoto PrefectureKyotoNorthern Kyoto
NUMBER OF ROOMS
19
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