The Junei Hotel
Higashiyama, Kyoto
Vibe
Local Kyoto bamboo craftsmanship and artisan textiles anchor a quiet, understated atmosphere focused on regional craft.
“Bespoke bamboo sanctuary”
Custom silk futons, deep Shigaraki ceramic tubs, and personalized in-room kaiseki dining service.
Interiors centered on moonlit bamboo themes, featuring handcrafted lattice screens and bespoke regional ceramics.
Kyoto bamboo crafts by local artisans paired with traditional Uji green tea welcome rituals.
In Higashiyama near Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kyoto National Museum
Rooms
Contemporary spaces feature tatami accents, local woven fabrics, and custom wooden tubs designed for private soaking rituals.
Backstory
Opened in 2020, the property was built to celebrate centuries-old Kyoto bamboo woodworking and traditional craftsmanship.
The neighborhood
Sanjusangen-do Temple and the Kyoto National Museum sit just around the corner in historic Higashiyama.
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