Nanzenji Sando Kikusui
Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto
MICHELIN Guide
“On Kyoto’s eastern fringe, not far from the temple and shrine complex at Mount Hiei, Nanzenji sando Kikusui is an object lesson in the timeless tranquility of Japanese hospitality.”
Vibe
A quiet sanctuary where just five suites gaze across a historic pond garden fed by the Lake Biwa Canal.
“Historic garden auberge”
A preserved 1895 Meiji-era merchant villa framed by a historic strolling garden crafted by Ogawa Jihei VII.
Just five exclusive guest rooms with dedicated multi-course kaiseki dining served across private garden tea pavilions.
Ryu Kosaka interiors pairing traditional sukiya woodcraft and tatami living with contemporary garden terrace seating.
Along the quiet approach to Nanzen-ji temple in Sakyo Ward, framed by historic strolling gardens.
Rooms
Sukiya-style woodwork meets modern low-slung beds, opening to private terraces and fragrant hinoki cypress soaking tubs.
Backstory
Built in 1895 as a kimono merchant's estate, the grounds showcase pioneering strolling gardens designed by master landscaper Ogawa Jihei.
Eat & drink
Multi-course seasonal kaiseki is served across detached tea-ceremony annexes and an open-air terrace overlooking mature pines.
The neighborhood
Tucked along the tree-lined approach to Nanzen-ji temple, the surrounding lanes remain quiet long after daytime visitors disperse.
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