If you are not very flexible and not used to sitting on the floor.... Hard to have a sit down to relax after a day of sight seeing. All the positives make up for this though. It's fine for a couple of nights stay and a reminder to get back to those yoga or tai chi classes☺️

Very peaceful in a serene part of Kyoto amongst the locals and close to various shrines and temples. Very clean and spacious in the town house. Felt like a welcome contrast to the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. We enjoyed the game of Go on the table too. Very aesthetic with a gorgeous wooden smell throughout. Lots of natural materials and fun to dress up in the traditional dressing gowns. Cute delivery and packing of beautifully presented breakfast boxes.

Stayed in August 2025

Ryokan Tori in Kyoto was a phenomenal stay! The staff were incredibly helpful, offering warm hospitality and expert advice on where to go and what to see in Kyoto, making our trip truly memorable. The traditional tatami room was spotless, and the private Japanese-style bath was pure relaxation. The breakfast was a delicious showcase of fresh, local flavors. Perfectly located yet serene, Highly recommend Ryokan Tori! I’m already excited to return.

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was great!

Very clean.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

The hosts hospitality

Stayed in May 2025

Our stay at Ryokan Tori was phenomenal! I could not have asked for more! This was not just a hotel stay this was an amazing experience that I recommend to anyone staying in Kyoto.

Stayed in May 2025

Beautiful and peaceful. Make sure not to miss the tea ceremony!

Stayed in May 2025

Everything exceeded our expectations. The people working there were so hospitable and kind. The Tea ceremony was one of the highlights of our trip! Thank you so much for our stay!

Stayed in April 2025

Everything is ok!

We found a warm and intimate atmosphere, where every detail is thoughtfully arranged with care and respect for tradition. A gentle sense of serenity embraces you, inviting you to enjoy every moment in this beautifully simple setting. The private tea ceremony is conducted with great skill, and breakfast is lovingly prepared. We only wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed in April 2025

There were no aspects that we didn't like.

Our hosts were polite and friendly and spoke good English; which is important to us, as sadly our Japanese is limited to a few stock phrases. They advised on places to eat, alternative aspects to popular resorts, which proved invaluable and recommended some places to visit we had not considered. We were treated to private time in an onsen on each day of our 2 day stay and to a traditional tea ceremony. The breakfast was traditional and delicious (and in our case vegetarian which the hosts understood fully). Altogether a wonderful, peaceful and tranquil few days that recharged our batteries despite a busy schedule of visits and activities. Thoroughly recommended.

Stayed in April 2025

Our stay at Ryokan Tori was unforgettable and one of the true highlights of our time in Kyoto. We stayed in the annex, which was beautifully designed and incredibly comfortable for our group of 4. Every detail felt thoughtful and serene. The hosts were so kind and went out of their way to accommodate us, making us feel genuinely welcome and at home. One of the most special parts of our stay was the tea ceremony — intimate, authentic, and something that we’ll never forget. Ryokan Tori exceeded all our expectations, and we feel so lucky to have experienced it. We hope to be back one day!

Stayed in April 2025

Absolutely gorgeous and functional. one day bus pass is recommended to get there as there are a few bus stops nearby :)

Stayed in April 2025

Honestly, one of the best stays on our entire trip in Japan. The people that run it were so lovely and kind. They offered a fantastic tea ceremony which was beautiful, and gave a bit of context and background to the history of the tea ceremony. The building ia beautiful and the futons were incredibly comfortable, my wife and I are still talking about the comfortable duvets too! We will definitely be going back!

Stayed in April 2025

Amazing Ryokan and Staff!

Stayed in March 2025

We loved staying here and would highly recommend to anyone visiting Kyoto. It felt like a really special, traditional Japanese experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and you could tell they really wanted you to enjoy your time. The private Onsen was so relaxing, I could have fallen asleep! Followed by our Tea Ceremony which was amazing. It was so interesting and performed so meticulously. We liked that you could ask questions afterwards - it felt very traditional. The staff were also really helpful in forwarding our luggage to our next destination. We stayed for one night which was perfect.

Stayed in March 2025

It was a first time experience staying in a ryokan. From the tea ceremony to an exceptional breakfast, everything about our stay was fantastic. Our hosts were incredibly welcoming and even recommended to many things to do. So thank you.

Stayed in March 2025

Our stay ay the Ryokan was absolutely magical. We loved all the elements, so steeped in tradition. When you come, make sure you have plenty of time to enjoy the tea ceremony and the hot bath. (In fact, the tea ceremony here was MUCH better than the one we had booked in the old city center.) Could not recommend it more!

Stayed in March 2025

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Breakfast was delicious and perfectly on time.

Stayed in March 2025

We had an excellent experience! The interior spaces are beautiful and the service was incredible. We loved the private bath, tea ceremonies, and the food. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed in February 2025

Had an amazing stay at Ryokan Tori -the private tea ceremony and bath exceeded my expectations. The owners had great attention to detail throughout our stay and the room was beautiful. We were given helpful recommendations for a scenic walk to the Kinkaku-ji temple. There were no issues with noise.

Stayed in March 2025

There is nothing we didn’t like, maybe worth to mention that there is a curefew

It was a great experience, in a very authentic building. The staff was very polite and attentive and we had the chance to participate to the thee cerimonia that was mesmerizing, the Japanese breakfast and the private bath.

Stayed in March 2025

The location is a little far from Gion (~30 min by public transit), but that also makes it easier to get to the northern areas of Kyoto (Kinkaku-ji, etc.)

We had a great experience at Ryokan Tori! The family was extremely welcoming and able to handle all of our requests (changes to breakfast timing, luggage delivery, etc.). Daily housekeeping was an unexpected plus, and the traditional breakfast served everyday was great. You really feel as though you're being hosted by a family - it's a lovely, authentic stay in Kyoto.

Stayed in February 2025

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Tea ceremony was wonderful as well as the traditional Japanese breakfast

Stayed in February 2025

While not an issue for us, this property is a little outside of Central Kyoto, so be prepared for an uber or taxi into the centre of town. However, it’s close to a lot of attractions in the northwest of Kyoto and we would recommend hiring a bike (offered by the Ryokan for a good rate) and exploring this area.

This Ryokan was an incredible experience - when we arrived we were treated to an incredible tea ceremony and hot bath in the private beautiful onsen style bath. The rooms were very comfortable and bigger than we expected. The owner sets out your futons while you are out for dinner, and prepares a delicious breakfast for you that differs each day. The owner was so warm and welcoming and we would definitely come back!

Stayed in January 2025

Very good service. Onsen was the best.

Stayed in January 2025