Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Feb 2020
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Nihonkan
2.0 star property
Travelers soak in a traditional Japanese public bath at this ryokan that balances authentic cultural experience with modern comforts near Kyoto's famous temples
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Nihonkan offers genuine Japanese hospitality near Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Guests enjoy a traditional ryokan experience with amenities like free in-room WiFi, a soothing indoor public bath, and convenient laundry facilities.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry room
- Housekeeping
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About the area
Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to Nihonkan. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
696-1, Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8216
What's nearby
Kyoto Tower3 min walk - 0.3 km
Kyoto Station Building4 min walk - 0.4 km
Kawaramachi Street7 min walk - 0.6 km
Umekoji Park11 min walk - 1.0 km- Higashi Honganji Temple3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
- Kyoto Station2 min walk
- Gojo Station9 min walk
- Osaka (ITM-Itami)56 min drive
Restaurants
- 神戸元町ドリア 京都ヨドバシ店1 min walk
- とんこつらぁ麺 CHABUTON2 min walk
- HUB1 min walk
- 熟成焼肉听 京都駅前店2 min walk
- iSOiSM2 min walk
About this property
Nihonkan
Ryokan near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower, Nihonkan provides amenities, such as an indoor public bath (no minerals) and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
- A vending machine, a front desk safe and luggage storage
- Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Nihonkan offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- No on-site parking available
Food and drink
- Tea service
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
- Shared microwave
- Vending machine
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Spa
- Public bath open from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Public indoor bath (no minerals)
- Separate men/women areas in public bath
- Yukata (Japanese robes)
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
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- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
More
- Air conditioning
- Tatami (woven mat) flooring
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The entrance to the property closes from 11 PM-6 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Nihonkan Inn Kyoto
Nihonkan Inn
Nihonkan Kyoto
Nihonkan Kyoto
Nihonkan Ryokan
Nihonkan Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Is Nihonkan pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Nihonkan?
Nihonkan doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Nihonkan?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Nihonkan?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Nihonkan located?
Located in Shimogyo Ward, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kyoto Station is only a 2-minute walk and Gojo Station is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Nihonkan Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
10
Location
10
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
10 - Excellent
12
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
8 - Good
3
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy room excellent location friendly staff clean and good
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy to find, conveniently located. We enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Champagne
15 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2nd Birthday Trip to Kyoto at this hotel!!!
I stayed here for my Birthday last year, too! I love this hotel so much. The owner is a grandmother and she is so nice and caring! The staff is nice, too!
Champagne
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
13 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Originalidad de habitaciones, limpieza orden silencio todo bien
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stéphanie
11 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommandé
Très bon ryokan au rapport qualité prix imbattable. Chambre spacieuse. Bains communs très agréables. Personnel très gentil. Emplacement idéal, proche de la gare et près de nombreux restaurants. Chaleureusement recommandé.
Stéphanie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Seung-hun
28 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you want small room, it is good.
If you are alone or small person, it would be good for you in this room. I am short and i was a little bit scared however, since i tried to be good for owner and workers, they were welcoming and didn't much care about any issues. If you do that, there is no need to worry about many stuffs. And i was able to meet up foreigners as well, No problem.
Seung-hun
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jared
18 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick and clean snd very spacious. Exactly what you would expect from a traditional Japanese style hotel.
Jared
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, great location!
Very friendly staff, and fantastic location right next door to Kyoto Station!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
19 Mar 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
日本の宿泊ならどこも安心に泊まれる
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Jan 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very close to kyoto station & staff were very kind and friendly. The room was cosy and had all the necessities.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
arnold
18 Dec 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
American girl in Kyoto
I came in early and the Grandmother that owns the place helped me get to the hotel because I was lost! I like the public bath, too!
arnold
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
UIDO
3 Sept 2018
교토역 접근성, 가성비 굿
역에서 가까워서 접근성이 좋았음.
UIDO
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 May 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice convient Ryokan. Close to station. Staff very friendly
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
HSIANGWEN
25 Feb 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HSIANGWEN
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019