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Ryokan
Ryokan Ryokufuso
Ryokan
600-8323 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku, Kanayacho 490, Japan – Great location - show map
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Location of the ryokan was by a quiet street and within walking distance to most attractions. I enjoyed the complimentary coffee corner in the lobby each morning and quality of onsen is good.
Mlee
Hong Kong
Hong KongThe staff was wonderful and was the highlight of our stay there. Helpful and friendly at every interaction. Wifi available throughout the property.
Morvarid
United States of America
United States of AmericaI usually don’t write comments but for this one I have to! This hotel goes over and beyond their duty to make sure you have a wonderful stay! First off, it is very close to Kyoto station and in an even distance to pretty much all the attractions. The GM upgraded our room to more spacious one so we can really appreciate a ryokan room with ultimate comfort. Also the staff are equally friendly and incredibly caring. The public bath on the top floor is just a little icing on the cake!
David
China
ChinaOur stay was great. The two greatest aspects of this ryokan are the staff/customer service and the location. The staff were very friendly and exceeded our expectations. They endeavored to speak English the best they could and they took a lot of time to give us recommendations and point things out on a map. It's about 10-15 minutes away from Kyoto station and the Kyoto Tower by foot, so FANTASTIC LOCATION!! Lastly, the ryokan was IMMACULATE.
Chelsea
United States of America
United States of AmericaI had an excellent overnight stay with a pleasant check-in experience and a well-furnished and spacious tatami ryokan-style room. There is a small rooftop (indoor) sento that was nice for a relaxing evening and morning dip. Conveniently located a few minutes walk (or even shorter bus ride) north of Kyoto Station near some restaurants and shrines. There's too much good food in Kyoto so I didn't schedule any meals at the Ryokan.
Leonard
United States of America
United States of AmericaI love the staff from the desk staff to the cleaning staff. My room was clean and always tidy. I especially love Masa Men, Yuma and Ayami. The three desk staff meet my every day needs from check in, restaurant suggestions and hassle free check out. Also,helped me tshirt sales. Alll in all, I would recommend Ryokan Ryokufuso for your first visit too Kyoto. I especially love the Onsen,so relaxing.
Rolando
United States of America
United States of AmericaIncredibly friendly and polite staff. Feels a bit oldish but if you want the ryokan experience, it's perfect. Clean and comfy. Shower and toilet in the room. Small onsen available till midnight! Free tea and coffee. Close from the kyoto central train station: 15min walk or bus 50. The neighbourhood is really quiet.
Carlos
Switzerland
SwitzerlandStylish hotel, tatami mats sliding doors and futon Light onsen, best dressing gown (with instructions) Green tea (but no room coffee)
Julia
United Kingdom
United KingdomGteat experience! Staff were so welcoming! Its obviously not going to be as comfortable as a bed but for one night, its manageable and it exceeded our expectations. We didnt try the bathes or the evening dinner so cannot comment. Shower facilities were great! I would recommend this hotel.
Keza1990
United Arab Emirates
United Arab EmiratesExtremely friendly staff! We had the room on the highest floor and it was very spacious, even with a little indoor balcony that was separated from sleeping room by paper walls. Had the Japanese breakfast one morning, which was very nicely decorated and consisted of a lot of different things. Not really my taste for breakfast but an amazing experience. Used also the hot bath, which was nice after a long day walking in Kyoto.
Philipp
Norway
Norway
Ryokan Ryokufuso
9.0
Wonderful
120 reviews
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Mlee
Hong Kong
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Morvarid
United States of America
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David
China
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Chelsea
United States of America
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Leonard
United States of America
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Rolando
United States of America
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Carlos
Switzerland
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Julia
United Kingdom
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Keza1990
United Arab Emirates
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Philipp
Norway
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Stay in the heart of Kyoto – Great location - show map
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Offering free Wi-Fi and a spacious public bath, Ryokan Ryokufuso is located a 15-minute walk away from JR Kyoto Train Station. Guests can enjoy traditional multi-course meals featuring local Kyoto ingredients.
Air-conditioned rooms come with TV and a phone. The private bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer.
Local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop and massages can be requested for an extra cost. Luggage storage is offered at the 24-hour front desk.
Ryokan Ryokufuso is a 10-minute drive from Kiyomizu Temple and Higashi Hongan-ji temple is 0.6 mi away.
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 8.2 for a two-person trip.
Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Laundry
Heating
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Property Highlights
Located in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 8.4!
Breakfast Info
Asian
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Public Bath
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Mlee
Hong Kong“Location of the ryokan was by a quiet street and within walking distance to most attractions. I enjoyed the complimentary coffee corner in the lobby each morning and quality of onsen is good.”
Morvarid
United States of America“The staff was wonderful and was the highlight of our stay there. Helpful and friendly at every interaction. Wifi available throughout the property.”
David
China“I usually don’t write comments but for this one I have to! This hotel goes over and beyond their duty to make sure you have a wonderful stay! First off, it is very close to Kyoto station and in an even distance to pretty much all the attractions....”
ChelseaUnited States of America“Our stay was great. The two greatest aspects of this ryokan are the staff/customer service and the location. The staff were very friendly and exceeded our expectations. They endeavored to speak English the best they could and they took a lot of...”- LeonardUnited States of America“I had an excellent overnight stay with a pleasant check-in experience and a well-furnished and spacious tatami ryokan-style room. There is a small rooftop (indoor) sento that was nice for a relaxing evening and morning dip. Conveniently located a...”
- RRolandoUnited States of America“I love the staff from the desk staff to the cleaning staff. My room was clean and always tidy. I especially love Masa Men, Yuma and Ayami. The three desk staff meet my every day needs from check in, restaurant suggestions and hassle free check out....”
- Carlos
Switzerland“Incredibly friendly and polite staff. Feels a bit oldish but if you want the ryokan experience, it's perfect. Clean and comfy. Shower and toilet in the room. Small onsen available till midnight! Free tea and coffee. Close from the kyoto central...” 
Julia
United Kingdom“Stylish hotel, tatami mats sliding doors and futon Light onsen, best dressing gown (with instructions) Green tea (but no room coffee)”
Keza1990
United Arab Emirates“Gteat experience! Staff were so welcoming! Its obviously not going to be as comfortable as a bed but for one night, its manageable and it exceeded our expectations. We didnt try the bathes or the evening dinner so cannot comment. Shower facilities...”
Philipp
Norway“Extremely friendly staff! We had the room on the highest floor and it was very spacious, even with a little indoor balcony that was separated from sleeping room by paper walls. Had the Japanese breakfast one morning, which was very nicely decorated...”
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Hi, Is breakfast served in the room? Is yakuta provided in the room?Hello, thank you for your questions. 1,Meals are served in the dining hall on 1st floor. 2, Yukata is in your room when you check-in because we set your yokata depends on your height.Answered on February 11, 2020
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What time are the communal baths available?Thank you for your message. Our public bath is available from 16:00-24:00 and 06:00-09:30 in the morning.Answered on September 6, 2019
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Hello! Is your Onsen tatoo friendly (for the lady)?Dear maam/sir, Yes, it is friendly for both ladies and gentlemen. But we I have to tell you that our bath is not Onsen (hot spring), but just a bath house. Thank you so much for asking.Answered on July 11, 2022
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Do you have any private baths for reservation?We have 2 public baths, one is for gentlemen and the other is for ladies. No private bath in our ryokan.Answered on November 19, 2019
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Property info
The seven-story building has been continuously renovated and well maintained to meet the needs of customers while keeping good aspects of traditions and hospitality of Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn. Large storefront windows with a “noren” curtain hanging over the entrance give an inviting atmosphere and traditional look to the building. The lobby is comfortably spacious. There are a coffee counter where fresh roasted specialty coffees are served and a souvenir shop where extensive selections of local arts and crafts are exhibited for sale in the lobby. A large drawing of bird’s-eye view of old Kyoto created by a famous Japanese artist, Hatsusaburo Yoshida, is aligned on a wall at the back of the lobby. One of many features of Ryokufuso is a good sweeping view of Kyoto city from “Daiyokujyo” (large shared bath) on the sixth floor. Guests can enjoy it while relaxing in the large hot tub. Private bathrooms are also available in guest rooms.
Language Spoken
Japanese
What's nearby
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Nishi Hongan-ji Temple0.3 miles
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Higashi Hongan-ji Temple0.3 miles
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Baan Lana0.3 miles
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Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall0.4 miles
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Kyoto Tower0.5 miles
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Kyoto Porta0.6 miles
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Sauna Verde Club0.6 miles
Top attractions
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Sanjusangen-do Temple1 miles
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Gion Shijo Station1.1 miles
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Old Rissei Elementary School1.2 miles
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Kyoto International Manga Museum1.2 miles
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Nijo Castle1.4 miles
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Samurai Kembu Kyoto1.5 miles
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Tofuku-ji Temple1.6 miles
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple1.7 miles
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Shoren-in Temple1.8 miles
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Imperial Palace2.1 miles
Public transit
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Subway Gojo Station0.3 miles
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Subway Shijo Station0.6 miles
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Train Kyoto Station0.6 miles
Closest Airports
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Itami Airport23.1 miles
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Kobe Airport39.1 miles
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Kansai International Airport48.3 miles
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All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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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
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
