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Ryokan Hirashin

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami mats, two tatami beds with pink cushions, a television, a mirror, and a shoji screen. - Ryokan Hirashin (Kyoto)
A traditional Japanese building with multiple windows and a green awning. - Ryokan Hirashin (Kyoto)
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large illuminated ceiling, and a decorative bamboo arrangement. - Ryokan Hirashin (Kyoto)
A conference room with long tables and chairs, large windows with a view of trees, and a traditional Japanese aesthetic. - Ryokan Hirashin (Kyoto)
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a bamboo fence, and a small pond. - Ryokan Hirashin (Kyoto)
Located close to Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, Ryokan Hirashin provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a Japanese garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Ryokan Hirashin is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street. Kyoto Tower and Heian Shrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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TakoyakushidoriTakakura-nishiNakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8141

What's nearby

  • A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.
    Nishiki Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cherry blossoms in full bloom against a backdrop of traditional Japanese architecture.
    Shijo Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A street with red umbrellas and a restaurant with a sign in Japanese.
    Pontocho Alley
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A traditional Japanese building with a stone wall and a canal reflecting the structure.
    Nijō Castle
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Shijo Station
    5 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station
    6 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shake Shack
    2 min walk
  • SECOND HOUSE 東洞院店
    1 min walk
  • 隈本総合飲食店 MAO
    2 min walk
  • Pizzeria Bar Le Napoli 京都錦店
    3 min walk
  • 麺匠たか松 本店
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,300 for adults and JPY 3,300 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Japanese garden

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 3300 for adults and JPY 3300 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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 onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Ryokan Hirashin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ryokan Hirashin?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

What time is check-out at Ryokan Hirashin?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Ryokan Hirashin located?

Located in Downtown Kyoto, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace are also within 2 mi (3 km). Shijo Station is only a 5-minute walk and Karasuma Oike Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Ryokan Hirashin Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 143 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Symon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, very welcoming and friendly. We loved the bath houses in the basement. The location is excellent. Lots of great shopping and eating, close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaeleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality was amazing! Staff was so kind, and they even returned my money to me when they found the card I had lost by accident. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first 2 breakfasts I had were absolutely incredible. I am glad I got to experience staying in a ryokan. The location put in close quarters to almost everything I wanted to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ryokan Hirashin was very conveniently close the the markets, shopping and public transport which was fantastic for us 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the place, the personal where so kind and the room so awesome, i slept very well, and the ryokan is very well located
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gulnara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, clean, quiet and charming. We really enjoyed our stay, and appreciated daily cleaning and bed arrangment service. Loads of good places to eat around, and on a rainy day, itvwas very close to the Nishiki market.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Nishiki Market and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Ramon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
the breakfast was really good the staff mainly spoke japanese but wrre still very friendly and helpful but the building is pretty old som walls have stains it wasnt really the ryukon experience i was looking for just because it was more of a hotel then small Japanese house but i feel like if your not expecting that and just want a hotel thats classic on the inside in kyoto this isnt a bad choice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! The traditional vibe was amazing and had a great time, staff was really friendly and tried their best!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely gem in a very central and safe location in Kyoto. The staff knew what I wanted and even took extra steps to help me maximize my stay, like calling my room when I'd forgotten about the breakfast I'd booked. It's a quick bus or subway ride from Kyoto Station, and I will certainly come back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite but close to all shopping and downtown core districts. Accessible by many transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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6/10 Okay

imad

Liked: Staff & service
A bit disappointed, especially for the price paid. old Ryokan that need a refresh, heater was not working and it was freezing some nights. The sento at the basement was ok. the location tough is convenient and quiet with many dining options around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chenghai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in the hotel are very nice and professional. would book again in the future. thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Staff & service
We wanted a ryokan experience and this was our first. It was traditional for sure. We enjoyed the authentic Japanese breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is very good. The room and bath were very clean and the breakfast was delicious, Japanese style. They made up the futon and brought tea to the room in the evening. Everyone was polite and kind. The public bath was clean and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Ryokan is very well located and at walking distance to many of the highlights of Kyoto. The staff is very helpful and nice, and the traditional Japanese breakfast good. However, expect a Ryokan which needs a good amount of refresh (for example very basic bathroom, holes in our bedroom walls and screens, hallways which would benefit for new paint, only one washing machine,…).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great with lots of shopping and dining option and close to bus and train station. The biggest issue is the hotel is dated and lack proper maintenance. The bathroom smells bad will some sewage smell. I wish the management can invest money in fixing it up and it will be a great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Typical Japanese experience. The room is spacious, we slept on the tatames/futons which the staff makes for you. And kudos to the staff that are beyond helpful and gentle. On top of that the hotel has its own Onsen (public baths). We loved it but we know that this not to everyone. If you want the ordinary, then, well, look for an ordinary hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kwee Chim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room big n comfortable. Room heating condition good. Shower room floor should have non slip tiles.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great traditional stay for first time visitors.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is undoubtedly outdated and needs major remodeling. However, rooms are very clean and personal is helpful and very attentive. It’s a good solution if you want to be in a very convenient area of Kyoto but don’t want to pay too much. The Onsen downstairs are remodeled and in good shape.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were nice and traditional. The staff was very nice and understanding. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice classic Ryokan in the middle of everything!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024