Audiophile craft quarters
Custom Taguchi speakers and handcrafted Tokinoha ceramics bring a refined, music-led creative energy to this Higashiyama gathering space.
“I also visit Bar K6 for its precise barmanship and extensive whisky selection, as well as Cicon, located on the rooftop of Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Sleek minimalist spaces showcase custom Kiyomizu ceramics, woven gold leaf headboards, and high-fidelity acoustic speakers.
Notable
A dedicated subterranean meditation room features an acoustic ceramic water harp and sound bath sessions.
Notable
Morning meditation sessions in the basement sensory room partner with Kennin-ji sub-temple Ryosoku-in.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Tatler.
the Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto promises an insider view of what it calls ‘hot Kyoto’ — the vibrant, modern city that is informed, but not constrained, by a long, long cultural evolution.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Located on historic Gojozaka, the hotel is surrounded by traditional pottery studios and sits minutes from Kiyomizu-dera and Gion.
The rooms
Sleek minimalist quarters feature woven gold leaf headboards and custom ceramic lamps, anchored by high-fidelity sound systems and curated audio.
The meditation room and gym
The subterranean meditation room holds a ceramic water harp, alongside a 24-hour fitness room tuned with Listude speakers.
CICON Rooftop Bar
The open-air terrace looks out toward Higashiyama hills, with fire pits and cocktails across the wooden deck.
CICON Restaurant
Italian-inspired dishes emerge from a Josper charcoal oven, accompanied by Kyoto vegetables and natural wines.
At the table
CICON Bakery bakes sourdough and European-style loaves from Japanese wheat, alongside morning pastries and espresso.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.