Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten sits in Kyoto’s Sakyo/North Kyoto area, a short walk from the city center. Stroll to Heian Shrine, Kawaramachi Street and the Kyoto Imperial Palace, or wander toward Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle and the National Museum of Modern Art for quick sightseeing.

This intimate ryokan/guest house has 13 individually decorated rooms with air conditioning, refrigerators and flat-screen TVs. Rooms include private bathrooms with shower/tub combos and bidets, complimentary bottled water, laptop-compatible safes and weekly housekeeping. Communal areas are wheelchair accessible and parking is available on site.

Stay connected with complimentary Wi‑Fi and relax in the common TV area. On-site conveniences include laundry, a safe-deposit box, concierge service and luggage storage. A complimentary shuttle to the nearby bus station is offered, and some services may carry a fee. Expect calm, simple ryokan vibes and easy access to Kyoto’s temple-lined streets.

Complimentary wireless internet and a computer station are available for guests. The front desk is staffed during limited hours, and the property offers luggage storage and English-speaking staff to help with arrangements.

A full breakfast is served daily for a fee (typically 7:30–9:00 AM). No on-site restaurant details are listed, so breakfast is the primary on-site meal offering.