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Ryokan
Nishiyama Ryokan
Ryokan
604-0933 Kyoto, Kyoto, Nakagyo-Ku Gokomachi-Dori Nijyou-Sagaru Yamamoto-Cho 433, Japan – Great location - show map
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Family mart is just 100 or 200 meter away from this Ryokan. Room was ideal for a family of five. Staff were friendly and service oriented. Accessible to places such as Gion, shops and market. KANSAKI DINNER was exclusively prepared and presented with fresh ingredients. The tea ceremony is also worth seeing.
Diane
Singapore
SingaporeStaff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Upon checking in, they upgraded to a larger room. Seriously the nicest and most gracious staff I've ever come across while traveling.
Patrick
United States of America
United States of AmericaThe onsen facilities were fabulous and the garden was gorgeous. Staff was exceptionally helpful and we enjoyed the tea ceremony a great deal. Nice perks like morning coffee, beauty products in the onsen area, and laundry room.
Kelly
United States of America
United States of AmericaWhen I arrived to Kyoto, I wanted to try the traditional ryokan for two days. I went with Nishiyama Ryokan. The staff made us feel welcomed and were courteous throughout our stay; we were greeted with green tea and Japanese sweets after being done with check-in. I got a thorough explanation about the ryokan and room I’m staying in. Sleeping in a futon was a nice experience. The Ryokan location is very good: Kyoto Imperial Castle is within walking distance, as is the closest shopping area (a 5~ minutes walk). Family Mart/7-Eleven are mere minutes away.
Alia
United Arab Emirates
United Arab EmiratesThe public bath was great, the free sake tasting and the free tea ceremony really nice. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Sergio
United States of America
United States of AmericaDuring our trip to Tokyo we encountered many wonderful people, and the staff at Nishiyama Ryokan were a dedicated service oriented group of individuals. There was no request that was too large or too small. Believe me my family of five was well taken care of by each and every staff member at the ryokan. We loved it and would definately stay there on our next great adventure to Japan!
Phillip
United States of America
United States of AmericaLocation, service, impeccably clean room and very nice Tatami.
Fahey
Japan
JapanThe staff were extremely accommodating and kind. We needed to check in early and they were happy to oblige.
Anonymous
Australia
AustraliaThe public bath was amazing after a long day of walking
Anonymous
United States of America
United States of AmericaThe breakfast was delicious and very intricately prepared. Even better than the breakfast was their dinner which was leagues ahead of any dinner I had at any time while staying in Japan.
Anonymous
United States of America
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Stay in the heart of Kyoto – Great location - show map
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Only a 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho-Mae Subway Station, Nishiyama Ryokan features Japanese-style rooms, a garden and rental bicycles. This nonsmoking hotel offers traditional kaiseki multi-course dinners, and in-room massages can be arranged. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the premises.
JR Kyoto Station is a 15-minute taxi ride from Ryokan Nishiyama. It is a 10-minute walk to both Honno-ji Temple and Kamogawa River. Sanjo Keihan Station on the Keihan Line is a 7-minute walk, and Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Line is a 15-minute walk.
The hotel offers safety deposit and luggage storage. Facilities include a souvenir shop and drinks vending machines. Public parking is only a 5-minute walk away.
A Japanese breakfast featuring boiled tofu is offered at the dining room, and a traditional multi-course dinner with seasonal local specialties is available.
Air-conditioned rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, on which traditional futon bedding is spread to sleep in. They are fitted with an LCD TV, an attached bathroom and yukata robes. Toiletries are provided.
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 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Restaurant
Garden
Heating
Property Highlights
Located in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Asian
Public Bath
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Diane
Singapore“Family mart is just 100 or 200 meter away from this Ryokan. Room was ideal for a family of five. Staff were friendly and service oriented. Accessible to places such as Gion, shops and market. KANSAKI DINNER was exclusively prepared and presented...”
Patrick
United States of America“Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Upon checking in, they upgraded to a larger room. Seriously the nicest and most gracious staff I've ever come across while traveling.”
KellyUnited States of America“The onsen facilities were fabulous and the garden was gorgeous. Staff was exceptionally helpful and we enjoyed the tea ceremony a great deal. Nice perks like morning coffee, beauty products in the onsen area, and laundry room.”
Alia
United Arab Emirates“When I arrived to Kyoto, I wanted to try the traditional ryokan for two days. I went with Nishiyama Ryokan. The staff made us feel welcomed and were courteous throughout our stay; we were greeted with green tea and Japanese sweets after being done...”
SergioUnited States of America“The public bath was great, the free sake tasting and the free tea ceremony really nice. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
PhillipUnited States of America“During our trip to Tokyo we encountered many wonderful people, and the staff at Nishiyama Ryokan were a dedicated service oriented group of individuals. There was no request that was too large or too small. Believe me my family of five was well...”
Fahey
Japan“Location, service, impeccably clean room and very nice Tatami.”- AAnonymous
Australia“The staff were extremely accommodating and kind. We needed to check in early and they were happy to oblige.” - AAnonymousUnited States of America“The public bath was amazing after a long day of walking”
- AAnonymousUnited States of America“The breakfast was delicious and very intricately prepared. Even better than the breakfast was their dinner which was leagues ahead of any dinner I had at any time while staying in Japan.”
Managed by 西山武宏
Company review score: 9.2Based on 953 reviews from 11 properties
11 managed properties
Company info
we love world travel.
we have been to many places in world.
now we are very busy to work now.
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Property info
thank you for looking at this pejis.
we have many travellers from all over the world each years.
we hope to see you . thank you.
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Neighborhood info
there are many restaurants and bars and places for enjoying kyoto. when you arrive NISHIYAMA RYOKAN,could you ask our staffs about kyoto.thank you
Languages Spoken
English,Japanese
What's nearby
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Kyoto Tamano-yu Public Bath0.1 miles
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Honno-ji Temple0.2 miles
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Kayco Vivid0.2 miles
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Kyoto International Manga Museum0.4 miles
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Old Rissei Elementary School0.5 miles
Top attractions
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Samurai Kembu Kyoto0.6 miles
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Gion Shijo Station0.7 miles
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Imperial Palace0.8 miles
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Heian Shrine0.9 miles
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Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall1 miles
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Shoren-in Temple1 miles
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Nijo Castle1.1 miles
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Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple1.6 miles
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple1.6 miles
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Sanjusangen-do Temple1.8 miles
Public transit
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Subway Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Station0.2 miles
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Subway Karasuma Oike Station0.4 miles
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Train Sanjo Station0.4 miles
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Subway Marutamachi Station0.5 miles
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Subway Sanjo Keihan Station0.5 miles
Closest Airports
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Itami Airport24.4 miles
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Kobe Airport40.4 miles
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Kansai International Airport49.7 miles
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All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
Food: Japanese, European
Amenities of Nishiyama Ryokan
Bathroom
Bedroom
Outdoors
Kitchen
Activities
Media & Technology
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
Safety & security
General
Accessibility
Languages Spoken
Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
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 over 6 are welcome.
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.
Age restriction
No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and up are allowed)
Nishiyama Ryokan accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
The property has a curfew at 24:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the property after this time.
The property recommends guests use a taxi from JR Kyoto Station, which is a 15-minute ride away.
Please be informed that the on-site restaurant is closed on Wednesdays.
Guests with children must inform the property of the age of each child in advance. Please note that adult rates are applicable to children 10 years and older, while different rates apply for children under 10 years old.
Please inform the the property in advance if you prefer Western meals for breakfast.
To eat dinner at the property, a reservation must be made at least 3 days in advance.
The property recommends guests use a taxi from JR Kyoto Station, which is a 15-minute ride away.
Please be informed that the on-site restaurant is closed on Wednesdays.
Guests with children must inform the property of the age of each child in advance. Please note that adult rates are applicable to children 10 years and older, while different rates apply for children under 10 years old.
Please inform the the property in advance if you prefer Western meals for breakfast.
To eat dinner at the property, a reservation must be made at least 3 days in advance.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
