Ryokan Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi
600-8054 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku Bukkoji Higashimachi 107, Japan – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 530 reviews)
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The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and the ryokan proved to be an authentic experience. It was great to stay for the night.
United States of AmericaThe staffs were kinder and more helpful than employees at most five star hotels that I know.
SwitzerlandThe location is excellent- 6 minutes walk to subway & within walking distance to bus station, Nishiki market , Gion , Pontocho and downtown Kyoto . Very clean and quiet . The staffs are very pleasant & have maps & informations for all the sightseeings.
United States of AmericaI loved the kindness and hospitality of the hotel workers. They were sweet and charming
United States of AmericaSmall room but we didn't hear any other guests and hope no one was bothered by our 9month old infant. Easy to walk to restaurants and bus line. Staff was very friendly. No elevator on site but they graciously carried our bags up to our room and back down when we checked out. They also held our bags for us for the day when we checked out in the morning. We checked in early with no complaints or hassle. They give you a smart phone for easy searching of things to do in the city.
United States of AmericaPerfect location for visiting Kyoto. Very clean. All staff is extremely kind and helpful. The information material given at arrival is very detailed and helpful.
ItalyI especially appreciated the peaceful atmosphere of the whole place and those little things and details that make it perfect, like tea and sweets offered at arrival to make check-in a pleasant moment, free tea at the entrance and by the room, the mini bathtub which made my evening and relaxed me totally. I can still imagine the smell of the peachy soap... The staff did everything with grace and was extremely kind and helpful, I feel so thankful. The room was as clean as you could ever imagine.
SwedenGreat ryokan in a quiet and lovely location with many cafes and eating places nearby. The ryokan looks very new and the staff is very helpful and smiling. There are stairs to all the rooms. You can rent bicycles near the rupkan.
United KingdomThe hotel is an excellent way to be introduced to a ryokan. The staff were amazing and went well out of their way to help. The hotel is impeccably clean. The hotel is centrally located but on a quiet street.
United States of AmericaGreat Location and value. Staff was very kind and hospitable. Definitely would come again
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Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi
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Ariella
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Peter
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Linh
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Aleksandr
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Chelsea
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Marco
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Margherita
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James
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Kevin
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Stay in the heart of Kyoto – Excellent location – show map
Located within 1.1 mi of Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.2 mi of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 1.4 mi from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.7 mi from Shoren-in Temple.
The rooms in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.
Sanjusangen-do Temple is 1.3 mi from Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi, while TKP Garden City Kyoto is 1.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 24 mi from the accommodations.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
This is our guests' favorite part of Kyoto, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.2 for two-person stays.
Located in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!
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See what guests loved the most:
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Ariella
United States of America“The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and the ryokan proved to be an authentic experience. It was great to stay for the night.”
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Peter
Switzerland“The staffs were kinder and more helpful than employees at most five star hotels that I know.”
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Linh
United States of America
“The location is excellent- 6 minutes walk to subway & within walking distance to bus station, Nishiki market , Gion , Pontocho and downtown Kyoto . Very clean and quiet . The staffs are very pleasant & have maps & informations for all the sightseeings. ” Read more
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Aleksandr
United States of America
“I loved the kindness and hospitality of the hotel workers. They were sweet and charming ”
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Chelsea
United States of America
“Small room but we didn't hear any other guests and hope no one was bothered by our 9month old infant. Easy to walk to restaurants and bus line. Staff was very friendly. No elevator on site but they graciously carried our bags up to our room and back down when we checked out. They also held our bags for us for the day when we checked out in the morning. We checked in early with no complaints or hassle. They give you a smart phone for easy searching of things to do in the city.” Read more
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Marco
Italy“Perfect location for visiting Kyoto. Very clean. All staff is extremely kind and helpful. The information material given at arrival is very detailed and helpful.”
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Margherita
Sweden“I especially appreciated the peaceful atmosphere of the whole place and those little things and details that make it perfect, like tea and sweets offered at arrival to make check-in a pleasant moment, free tea at the entrance and by the room, the mini bathtub which made my evening and relaxed me totally. I can still imagine the smell of the peachy soap... The staff did everything with grace and was extremely kind and helpful, I feel so thankful. The room was as clean as you could ever imagine.” Read more
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Sabine
United Kingdom“Great ryokan in a quiet and lovely location with many cafes and eating places nearby. The ryokan looks very new and the staff is very helpful and smiling. There are stairs to all the rooms. You can rent bicycles near the rupkan.”
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James
United States of America
“The hotel is an excellent way to be introduced to a ryokan. The staff were amazing and went well out of their way to help. The hotel is impeccably clean. The hotel is centrally located but on a quiet street.”
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Kevin
United States of America
“Great Location and value. Staff was very kind and hospitable. Definitely would come again”
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A townhouse-style ryokan that stands in an alley a few minutes' walk away from Kyoto's most bustling street, Shijo Kawaramachi, and Nishiki Market, which is now considered a popular tourist spot. It can be identified by the large split curtain with "楽遊 " written on it and the bamboo screens hung on the second and third floors. The ryokan was designed by architect Motonori Sakata, a expert in traditional wooden townhouses. It is a comfortable lodging that maintains the atmosphere of a traditional wooden townhouse while bringing in modern design elements. Upon passing through the split curtain into the lobby, your attention will be drawn to the Japanese painting depicting flowers from all four seasons on the gold leaf. This is a piece drawn by Kyoto-born up-and-coming artist, Mr. Haruki Yamaba, for our ryokan. Please enjoy this masterpiece at close distance to appreciate its elaborate details. **** FREE RENTAL of a Tethering-Enabled Smartphone! ****
Bukko-ji-dori Street, where we are situated, is a street two alleyways south of Shijo-dori Street, which is lined with popular shops and department stores. The incredibly lively Nishiki market is a six minute walk from the hotel. Please enjoy a stroll here. ＜Bukko-ji Temple＞, which is a two minute walk away, is a famous temple that presents a different face to the world depending on the season, such as weeping cherry in spring and vivid yellow ginkgo in autumn. Also, around the hotel, there are also many eating places popular with the locals. In particular, we recommend the following restaurants- ＜Haru＞, which is a shop with a retro atmosphere that was renovated from what used to be a barber's shop, where you can taste authentic Japanese cuisine; ＜Kamogawa, which provides a banquet course that allows you to experience seasonal foods at a reasonable price; ＜Mangetsu no Hana＞, a long-established restaurant that has an abundant selection of Japanese alcohol, and ＜Nakajimaya＞, a townhouse style izakaya that prides itself on its dishes that make use of carefully selected ingredients.
Languages spoken: English, Japanese
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Spa Nursery Japan0 miles
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Foot Therapy Kawaramachi Sanjo0.2 miles
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Nishiki-yu Public Bath0.2 miles
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Nishiki Market0.3 miles
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Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall0.4 miles
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Harema Head Office0.4 miles
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Restaurant おうちごはん 中島家0 miles
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Restaurant 京料理 加茂川0 miles
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Cafe/Bar ロッキングチェア0.1 miles
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Restaurant 和食 晴ル0.2 miles
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Old Rissei Elementary School0.5 miles
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Gion Shijo Station0.5 miles
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Kyoto International Manga Museum0.8 miles
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Samurai Kembu Kyoto0.9 miles
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Sanjusangen-do Temple1 miles
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Shoren-in Temple1.2 miles
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Kyoto Station1.2 miles
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple1.3 miles
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Nijo Castle1.3 miles
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Imperial Palace1.6 miles
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Subway Shijo Station0.3 miles
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Train Karasuma Station0.3 miles
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Train Kawaramachi Station0.3 miles
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Train Kiyomizu Gojo Station0.4 miles
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Itami Airport23.7 miles
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Kobe Airport39.8 miles
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Kansai International Airport49 miles
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Amenities of Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
- Public transit tickets Additional charge
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Water cooler/dispenser
- Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
FAQs about Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi by:
- Train 1h 50min
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Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi is 0.8 miles from the center of Kyoto.
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Room options at Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi include:
- Twin
- Triple
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The prices at Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Luck You Kyoto Bukkoji-Higashimachi is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
