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About this property
A 10-minute walk from the JR Kyoto Train Station, Takigawa Ryokan features comfortable Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring. A public bath is available, and massages can be requested for relaxation. Guests can borrow Kimono robes for free, but will be charged for dry cleaning costs. Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV and Japanese futon bedding. Bathroom and toilets are shared, and includes a hairdryer. Dry cleaning and photocopying services are available at the front desk. Bicycles can be rented to tour the historical city of Kyoto. Ryokan Takigawa is a 6-minute walk from the Higashi-Honganji Temple, and a 10-minute walk from the Kyoto Tower. The Takashimaya Department Store is a 20-minute walk away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking on site
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Garden
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Olga
Russia
“Big clean comfortable room, next to the bus stop. Onsen is wonderful!” - Andrzej
United Kingdom
“The hot bathroom experience was an amazing. I did enjoy soaking in a bath and it was super relaxing. The lady was super friendly and washed our clothes. The old style interior design provided unforgettable experience. There are the separate...” - Antigone
Australia
“Big room which was awesome after some previous nights in a crammed hostel. The bathrooms are shared but SUPER clean, the hot spring bath was perfect after a long day of walking around. They also did a load of washing for me which was so...” - Guillaume
France
“Really good place to stay ! The owner is lovely and speak good english ! Private bath are a must !!!” - Michał
Poland
“I love this place and we will definately come back! It is true experience that every tourist should try at least once.” - J
United Kingdom
“What a wonderful Ryokan experience. It appears to be a family owned cozy Japanese Inn. Staff is very warm and friendly. They speak enough English to communicate with guests from all over the world. Rooms are small but clean and cozy. Toilets and...” - Marta
United Kingdom
“This hostel is conveniently located near Kyoto Station and offers nice, decently sized rooms at a reasonable price. The building is definitely old-fashioned, but this only adds to its charm, giving guests the chance to enjoy a truly authentic...” - Natalia
Poland
“Very clean place, very nice owners and hosts, you feel like a real guest there. Good value for money. Even daily laundry was included in price. I really recommend, good location too.” - John
Norway
“It felt like a ryokan that had kept the authentic vibe. Short walk from the main station.” - Fuentes
United States
“Everyone was so friendly. We really loved this experience. People made us feel super welcomed. Even if the bathrooms are shared it was very clean.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children older than 6 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.