KYOTO
STAY
HIIRAGIYA
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @hiiragiya_ryokan
A legendary ryokan with over 200 years of history, offering impeccable hospitality and traditional Kyoto charm.
FOUR SEASONS KYOTO
📍 Higashiyama
Instagram: @fskyoto
A luxurious retreat blending modern elegance with Kyoto’s serene beauty, set around a historic pond garden.
HOSHINOYA KYOTO
📍 Arashiyama
Instagram: @hoshinoya.official
A secluded riverside ryokan accessible only by boat, offering an immersive experience in Kyoto’s natural beauty.
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @hotel_the_mitsui_kyoto
A refined fusion of heritage and contemporary luxury, with stunning architecture and an onsen-fed spa.
EAT
Kichi Kichi Omurice
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @kichikichi_omuricel
Pizzeria De Ciro
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @pizzeria_da_ciro_kyoto
Wabiya Korekido
📍 Gion
Instagram: @wabiyakorekido
Yagura
📍 Nakagyo-ku
A hidden gem for Kyoto-style udon and soba, known for its rich dashi broth and handmade noodles.
Sushi Hayashi
📍 Shimogyo-ku
QUICK BITES + CAFES
This is Shizen
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @thisisshizen_thisisnature
A beautifully designed café blending Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetics, serving specialty coffee and amazing floral ice cream.
Café Kitsuné
📍 Gion
Instagram: @cafekitsune
A stylish café by Maison Kitsuné, offering signature fox-shaped cookies and excellent coffee in a minimalist setting.
Arashiyama Rilakkuma
📍 Shimogyo-ku
A must-visit for Rilakkuma fans, serving adorable teddy bear ice cream.
THINGS TO DO
Camellia Tea – Green Tea Ceremony
📍 Higashiyama
Instagram: @camellia.kyoto
Washi Paper Making Class
📍 Nakagyo-ku
POJ Studio
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @pojstudio
A beautifully curated studio showcasing Kyoto’s artisanal craftsmanship, from ceramics to textiles and woodworking.
Bamboo Forest
📍 Arashiyama
Wander through towering bamboo groves in this magical and serene part of Kyoto, a must-visit for nature lovers.
SHOPPING
Maison Kitsuné
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @maisonkitsune
A Paris-meets-Tokyo lifestyle brand offering stylish apparel, accessories, and a chic café experience.
Higashiyama District
📍 Higashiyama
A charming historic district lined with traditional shops selling Kiyomizu-yaki pottery, handmade crafts, and Kyoto souvenirs.
Daimaru Department Store
📍 Shimogyo-ku
Instagram: @daimaruofficial
A high-end department store featuring luxury fashion, gourmet food halls, and beautifully packaged Kyoto sweets.
BARS
L’Escamoteur
📍 Shimogyo-ku
Instagram: @escamoteurbar
A magical, dimly lit speakeasy run by a former magician—expect theatrical cocktails and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
Bee’s Knees
📍 Nakagyo-ku
Instagram: @bees.knees.kyoto
A stylish, Prohibition-era-inspired bar serving expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, jazz-infused setting.