Kaohsiung Tourist Hotel

Though located within Kyoto City, Takao is a place surrounded by mountains and a river. Here, you can spend time at the pace of the seasons—different from sightseeing around Kyoto. In spring, fresh pale greenery wraps the valley; in summer, deep green foliage and the murmur of the river bring cool relief. In autumn, the mountains glow with vibrant fall colors, and in winter, crisp air and stillness sharpen the scenery. In Takao, there’s no need to plan anything special. Take a quiet morning walk nearby when it’s less crowded, then spend the afternoon in your Room reading a book or simply gazing out the window. Not a trip to do things, but a way of staying in Kyoto that allows you to do nothing. That is how to enjoy Takao.

In Takao, you can usually see fireflies from around mid-June to early July each year. The exact timing and how they appear varies slightly depending on the year’s weather and temperatures, but they are easiest to spot around 8:00 PM, after sunset when the surroundings begin to quiet down. Appearing with the changing seasons and quietly fading away is a scene unique to Takao’s fireflies. The stillness by the river and the lingering afterglow of your meal come together to deepen this seasonal story.

From June to August, we offer special summer dates featuring dining on the riverside platform with a visit from a maiko. Enjoy watching her dance and experience the beauty of her graceful movements and elegant attire up close. In the tranquil setting of Takao, this time with a maiko alongside your meal offers a calm cultural experience you won’t find amid the city’s bustle.