Overview
At Ryokan Yamazaki, you stay in the peaceful natural surroundings of Takao, Kyoto. In January 2025, every room was fully renovated, giving the ryokan a fresh new style while preserving its traditional charm. Here, you can slow down and enjoy the beauty of each season—spring blossoms, summer greenery, autumn leaves, and winter’s quiet stillness.
The location offers the best of both worlds: a tranquil setting and convenient access by car to Kyoto’s most famous sightseeing spots. Ample parking makes it an excellent base for exploring the city and its surrounding areas. Whether you are here for a weekend retreat or a longer journey, you will find comfort, tradition, and a warm welcome.
Accommodation
Ryokan Yamazaki offers a range of newly renovated rooms that combine modern furnishings and functionality with the warmth of Japanese design.
Rikyu – A special corner room with its own private entrance, a Japanese-style room, a Western-style room, and a private garden you can admire from the veranda. Perfect for making lasting memories with family or friends.
Arashiyama – A tastefully designed corner room with a bright, comfortable atmosphere and a dedicated workspace.
Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku) – Spacious and welcoming, ideal for families and groups, with a fresh interior and relaxing ambiance.
Omuro/Ginkakuji – Stylish and fully renovated, offering a calm, refreshing space for your stay.
Standard – Retaining a retro feel after its December 2024 renovation, this room blends nostalgic charm with a clean, calming environment.
Compact – Cozy and simple, renovated in December 2024 to be both fresh and comfortable.
All rooms feature TVs, hair dryers, refrigerators, and hot water pots. You also have bath towels, face towels, toothbrushes, toothpaste, slippers, and a full set of toiletries including shampoo, conditioner, and body soap.
Dining
Meals at Ryokan Yamazaki showcase kaiseki cuisine crafted from carefully selected seasonal ingredients. The chefs bring out the natural flavors of each ingredient to create dishes that capture the essence of Kyoto’s changing seasons.
You dine in a restaurant overlooking the ryokan’s proud Japanese garden, where the view changes as the seasons pass. The fresh colors of spring, the cool breezes of summer, the golden harvest of autumn, and the warm comfort of winter each bring a unique atmosphere to your meal.
In addition to dinner for staying guests, the ryokan also welcomes visitors for lunch. This makes it an excellent choice for meeting friends, holding business lunches, or celebrating special occasions. You can savor your meal in a relaxed space while enjoying genuine hospitality.
Onsen and Wellness
While Ryokan Yamazaki does not have large communal hot spring baths like some ryokans, it offers private in-room bathing facilities for many room types. This allows you to enjoy a peaceful soak at your own pace in complete privacy, surrounded by the tranquil environment of Takao.
Guests with Tattoos: If you have tattoos, you can enjoy your stay without restrictions, as bathing facilities are private to your room.
Facilities
- Japanese garden visible from the dining room
- Newly opened open-air café on the grounds for both guests and visitors
- Community lounge space for spending time with loved ones
- Ample parking for those traveling by car
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the ryokan
Activities
From Ryokan Yamazaki, you can easily visit Kyoto’s famous sites by car, including Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Ryoan-ji. After sightseeing, relax at the open café, read a book in the shared lounge, or simply enjoy the seasonal beauty from your room.
Additional Features
- Complete renovation in January 2025 for all rooms
- Blend of modern comfort and traditional Japanese style
- Seasonal kaiseki dining with views of the Japanese garden
- Convenient base for exploring Kyoto by car
