Gojo Station (Kyoto Prefecture) × Zen-Inspired AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

The name “Kanra” is derived from the characters for “feeling” and “Rak,” an ancient name for Kyoto.It reflects our wish to be a Hotel where you can truly feel the beauty, wisdom, and hospitality nurtured in Kyoto.Drawing on traditional techniques refined in Kyoto,we incorporate natural materials such as wood, stone, iron, earth, and greeneryto express a modern Kyoto machiya style with a sense of wabi-sabi.When you encounter the wisdom and heartfelt intentions that lie within culture,Hotel Kanra Kyoto hopes to help you enjoy the unexpected discoveries and learning that follow.

One stop from Kyoto Station, a 6-minute walk from Gojo Subway Station. A small, hidden Accommodation with just seven Rooms, cherishing the charm of a traditional Kyoto townhouse. Each Room features a hinoki cypress bath for a soothing stay. In the on-site library lounge, relax and enjoy unhurried moments while taking in views of the beautiful garden.

As a hidden retreat of the Higashi Honganji Annex Shoseien (commonly known as Kikokutei), you can enjoy the charm and atmosphere of Kyoto. We offer a unique experience where your stay in a comfortable space designed in a modern style transforms into a moment of "resting from travel." The thoughtfully designed Rooms feature Kyoto karakami, creating a Japanese-modern space adorned with the colors of the four seasons. Rooms facing the outer perimeter are equipped with large windows, offering views of the Kikokutei grounds to the east and Honganji (Kyoto Tower) to the west, expressing the seasons through plant motifs on Kyoto karakami. Please indulge in the luxurious and elegant time of "staying slowly, as if living in Kyoto," accompanied by the seasonal scenery.

Exclusive to one group per day, a hidden retreat in a traditional Kyoto townhouse. A private space with the entire property reserved. Located next to Higashi Honganji Temple, this building, over 100 years old in the historic heritage district, has been faithfully restored to its original townhouse form. Furnished with pieces from the Taisho to early Showa periods and featuring sliding doors with "karakami" crafted using Kyoto's traditional techniques, it offers a nostalgic atmosphere to enjoy Kyoto's beauty. Experience the lifestyle of Kyoto's merchant houses with plaster walls and spacious earthen floors.

A traditional Kyoto townhouse exuding elegance and charm. Enjoy a luxurious moment as you gaze at the seasonal garden and let time flow gently. Choose between "Higashi-tei" or "Nishi-tei" to suit your style of stay. Treat yourself to a special experience, just for you.

Step through the door, and a sense of wonder begins to stir. Pass through the corridor garden and stand by the courtyard garden, and the mystery lingers. By the time you ascend to the second floor and open the inner window from the bedroom, it all starts to make sense. A house within a house, and a home outside the home. The blend of history-soaked fittings and a modern, expansive space creates a feeling of freely traversing time and boundaries. Just as travel should be free, a Property need not be ordinary. This house teaches you that.

The multi-layered space, designed to maximize the use of limited space in traditional Kyoto townhouse architecture, resembles geological strata stacked leading to the upper floors.

As you step into the house, a tall mortar wall extending up to the second-floor Room appears before your eyes.A massive box-shaped structure sits at the center of the house.The Meguru house is designed so that you can circulate around the Rooms surrounding this structure.Lean on the mysterious symbol that creates another space within the interior and plan your exploration of Kyoto.

The interior features traditional and elegant design with large beams and antique fittings used throughout. Carefully selected furniture, design, and indirect lighting create an extraordinary atmosphere. The spacious living room is equipped with floor heating, ensuring comfort without the typical "coldness" often associated with townhouses. The bathroom overlooking the garden is made of Koya-maki, a rare Japanese wood species. Both the bathtub and stool are also crafted from Koya-maki, offering a relaxing experience. Facilities such as a kitchen with an IH stove and a drum-type washing machine ensure a comfortable stay. Conveniently located near Kyoto Station and the city center, it is also within walking distance to the World Heritage Site Nishi Honganji Temple. Enjoy your stay in this special space that offers an experience unlike any other!

Passing through the main house, seven small wooden apartments line the courtyard, offering a pleasant feeling under bare feet. A Japanese home that is new, nostalgic, and carries a slightly foreign atmosphere. It is neither a Hotel nor a Ryokan, but a new form of stay that is slightly green and ecological, just a step beyond the everyday.

Kikoku no Mori is located about a 6-minute walk from Higashi Honganji Temple in Kyoto, situated in a corner of the detached precinct "Shoseien Garden." This area flourished as a temple town in front of Higashi Honganji, lined with long-established shops selling Buddhist altar fittings and incense, allowing you to feel the scent of history and traditional culture. This Hotel, with only five Rooms, offers a serene and charming atmosphere amidst the quintessential Kyoto streets. It is also an ideal base for sightseeing in Kyoto and the Kansai region, being about a 10-minute walk from JR/Kintetsu Kyoto Station. Upon your return from your travels, you will be welcomed by a courtyard reminiscent of Kyoto's elegance and dry landscape gardens. The interior and Rooms are adorned with decor and art that evoke the essence of Kyoto. The Rooms, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with modernity, are equipped with beds to ensure a relaxing stay. Enjoy your journey through Kyoto, savoring its tradition and history.