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The Hiramatsu Kyoto

Kyoto / 京都
From the famed Hiramatsu hospitality group comes a thrilling new Kyoto ryokan combining their tradem
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The Story

From the famed Hiramatsu hospitality group comes a thrilling new Kyoto ryokan combining their trademark focus on world-class dining with the elegant charm of traditional machiya architecture and Japanese craftsmanship.

The Hiramatsu Kyoto is located in the historic Muromachi area in the heart of the city, just steps from Nishiki Market, and occupies a late-19th-century building lovingly renovated by Nakamura Sotoji Komuten, noted specialists in sukiya teahouse design. The building retains the characteristic features of Kyoto's unique architectural style, including the lengthy 'eel's bed' corridors, atmospheric interior gardens, and exterior lattice windows whose pattern announces its previous incarnation as a kimono shop. The attentive staff add to this timeless feel by maintaining local customs such as uchimizu, sprinkling water in the entranceway to welcome guests, and burning incense from 300-year-old Kyoto maker Shoyeido.

In the 29 spacious rooms, fine examples of Japanese artisanship create a soothing wabi-sabi atmosphere. The design focuses on natural materials—tsuchikabe earthen walls, handcrafted wood furniture, washi paper lamps and screens, burnished metal detailing—to bring the natural world into these interior sanctums. Nabeshima carpets, Arita pottery, artworks by contemporary potter Tsujima Shiro, and Meiji-Era antiques surround guests in elegant beauty, while modern amenities like microbubble jacuzzi bathtubs ensure complete comfort.

Of course, the star of any Hiramatsu property is the food. The Hiramatsu Kyoto offers two equally stellar options: classic kappo-style Japanese cuisine at Izumi and modern Italian at La Luce. Both draw on local produce, a shared globe-spanning drinks list, and exquisite views of different interior gardens to create memorable meals for guests and outside diners alike.

This ryokan, like Kyoto itself, is exquisite down to the smallest details.

ROOMS

  • The Hiramatsu Suite ROOM The Hiramatsu Suite With 104.4m² of space, this elegant suite comfortably sleeps up to four on semidouble Rega…
  • Junior Suite ROOM Junior Suite The 87m² junior suite offers a chance to experience the elongated layouts particular to ma…
  • Deluxe Premier ROOM Deluxe Premier The deluxe premier class offers more room at 72.1m²-77.4m² and sleeps up to three on …
  • Deluxe ROOM Deluxe This 60.1m² room features two semidouble Regalia beds and sleeps up to two. A writing desk…
  • Superior ROOM Superior This 54.8m² room features two semidouble Regalia beds and sleeps up to two. Shielded from …
    ROOM The Hiramatsu Suite
    1-4 104 sqm Indoor Bath Bed With 104.4m² of space, this elegant suite comfortably sleeps up to four on semidouble Regalia beds. The spacious bedroom is separated from a tearoom and lounge area by a striking dark wood lattice. The contemporary wood furniture was chosen by architect Nakamura Sotoji Komuten to accentuate the machiya design, with the blue and grey fabrics and creamy beige leather providing pops of color. Tsujima Shiro's washi and ceramic artworks, plush Nabeshima carbets, fresh ikebana arrangements, and Meiji Era antiques create an atmosphere of understated Japanese luxury. The bath has a spacious counter with double sink. Every room features complementary minibar, original amenities made with green tea extract, a microbubble jacuzzi tub, and the famous Hiramatsu hinoki ribbon for baths enveloped in the woody aroma of Japanese cypress. ¥ 155,500～ per person (based on double occupancy) *Room rates at the Ryokan vary depending on the season and booking status. Therefore, we provide an estimated amount as a reference.
    ROOM Junior Suite
    1-4 87 sqm Indoor Bath Bed The 87m² junior suite offers a chance to experience the elongated layouts particular to machiya architecture. A comfortable sitting room flows into a dining room and then into the bed and bath, each separated by traditional sliding doors and furnished with comfortable contemporary wood and leather furniture chosen by Nakamura Sotoji Komuten and plush Nabeshima carpets. With plenty of space for in-room dining and relaxing, this room is ideal as a gathering spot for large families and groups. Every room features complementary minibar, original amenities made with green tea extract, a microbubble jacuzzi tub, and the famous Hiramatsu hinoki ribbon for baths enveloped in the woody aroma of Japanese cypress. The bathroom features a double sink and separated shower. Sleeps up to three on semidouble Regalia beds. ¥ 110,500～ per person (based on double occupancy) *Room rates at the Ryokan vary depending on the season and booking status. Therefore, we provide an estimated amount as a reference.
    ROOM Deluxe Premier
    1-3 72 sqm Indoor Bath Bed The deluxe premier class offers more room at 72.1m²-77.4m² and sleeps up to three on semidouble Regalia beds. The extra space allows for a private sitting room set off by a delicate wood lattice and a larger bathroom with double sink, while keeping the desk with private garden views, double table for dining, and beautiful Japanese artwork by Tsujima Shiro. Every room features complementary minibar, original amenities made with green tea extract, a microbubble jacuzzi tub, and the famous Hiramatsu hinoki ribbon for baths enveloped in the woody aroma of Japanese cypress. Deluxe premier rooms on the 5th floor get good natural light, while room 508 has a high steepled ceiling for an even more spacious feel. ¥ 88,000～ per person (based on double occupancy) *Room rates at the Ryokan vary depending on the season and booking status. Therefore, we provide an estimated amount as a reference.
    ROOM Deluxe
    1-2 60 sqm Indoor Bath Bed This 60.1m² room features two semidouble Regalia beds and sleeps up to two. A writing desk faces a twee private garden where lush moss grows over wabi-sabi ceramic artworks by Tsujima Shiro. A comfortable double table selected by architect Nakamura Sotoji Komuten to beautifully pair with their machiya design provides a cozy perch for chats over tea made in a traditional cast iron pot and served in Arita cups. Every room features complementary minibar, original amenities made with green tea extract, a microbubble jacuzzi tub, and the famous Hiramatsu hinoki ribbon for baths enveloped in the woody aroma of Japanese cypress. Deluxe rooms on the 5th floor get good natural light. ¥ 75,500～ per person (based on double occupancy) *Room rates at the Ryokan vary depending on the season and booking status. Therefore, we provide an estimated amount as a reference.
    ROOM Superior
    1-2 55 sqm Indoor Bath Bed This 54.8m² room features two semidouble Regalia beds and sleeps up to two. Shielded from the outside world by elegant washi screens, this private sanctum invites guests to forget their cares and contemplate the rough-edged beauty of original washi and ceramic artworks by Tsujima Shiro. The simple contemporary furniture was chosen by architect Nakamura Sotoji Komuten to beautifully pair with their machiya design and provide absolute comfort. Every room features complementary minibar, original amenities made with green tea extract, a microbubble jacuzzi tub, and the famous Hiramatsu hinoki ribbon for baths enveloped in the woody aroma of Japanese cypress. ¥ 70,500～ per person (based on double occupancy) *Room rates at the Ryokan vary depending on the season and booking status. Therefore, we provide an estimated amount as a reference.

FACILITIES &
SERVICES

  • Izumi Izumi
  • la Luce la Luce
  • Cuisine Cuisine
  • Kura Kura
    Izumi Izumi is all understated Japanese elegance, with subtly beautiful details everywhere you look. Guests are greeted by a gorgeous seasonal ikebana arrangement at the entrance and sat at either the single table or the 8-seat kappo-style counter, where guests are at eye level with the chef. Behind him, a sublime Japanese dry garden recreates a distant mountain landscape, with three boulders on an island of moss and miniature pines rising from a sea of pale stones. The counter, carved out of solid Japanese cypress and lit by the soft light of washi-paper lamps, is the stage for course after course of Kyoto-style kaiseki dishes served on exquisite dishes including priceless antique ceramics and lacquerware from modern master Shiro Tsujimura.
    la Luce Cerulean leather chairs with subtly curved backs and darkly grained bubinga wood tables provide a comfortable modern ambiance in this airy dining room. Overhead, the soaring wood beams of the original building have been preserved for a classic touch, while a glass wall faces an atmospheric interior bamboo garden strewn with paper lanterns. Much like the Euro-Japanese fusion fare, the tabletops combine Christofle silver and Riedel glassware with elegant lacquer and gold-leaf settings to create a seamless elegance that spans East and West. In the evening, la Luce is open to outside guests. In the morning, the venue is only for in-house guests, serving both Japanese- and Western-style breakfasts.
    Cuisine The Hiramatsu group grew out of a Michelin-starred French restaurant in Tokyo, and true to those roots, their hotels place expressive, exciting fine dining at the center of the experience. At la Luce, guests can enjoy modern Italian fare that draws on locally produced ingredients and washoku-influenced presentation to create a singular sense of place. Classic Italiana like freshly baked panchetta focaccia meets only-in-Kyoto dishes like halfbeak and chrysanthemum greens risotto. At kappo kaiseki Izumi, headed by the chef of Gion stalwart Jugyuan, the influence flows the other way, with classic omakase courses supported by a wine list spanning Italy's top regions. The unparalleled quality and freshness means there is a story behind every ingredient, from silky tofu from a 200-year-old specialty shop to bamboo shoots from the hotel's own garden.
    Kura A guest-only lounge is housed at the rear of the ryokan in a thick-walled structure that was formerly a kura, or storehouse. With swooping lounge chairs in a tawny leather reminiscent of equestrian gear, antique sideboards with self-service drinks, relaxing instrumental jazz, and dim lighting, the lounge has the adult atmosphere of a fine cigar bar. Open from 2pm to around midnight, it provides a place for guests to relax even before check in, whether they wish to chat or just enjoy views of the bamboo garden.

Map &
Transportation

Closest Train Station Karasuma Oike Station
ROUTE
Closest Bus Station Karasuma Oike
ROUTEs
Free pick-up service No
Key Gate Way Int'l Airport and Train (Shinkansen) Station
Route details

Ryokan Data

Area Kyoto / 京都
Name of Ryokan The Hiramatsu Kyoto / ザ・ひらまつ 京都
Address 361 Ennogyoja-cho, Muromachi-dori Sanjo Agaru Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8174
〒604-8174 京都市中京区室町通三条上る 役行者町361
Total Number of Rooms 29 rooms
Check-in Time 15:00
Check-Out Time 11:00
Credit Card Yes

Meals

Dinner Start Time Ristorante la Luce 17:30 - 19:00 (Last Orders)
Izumi 18:00 - 19:00 (Last Orders)
Breakfast Start Time 7:00 - 9:30
In Room Dining Available In Room Dining Available 17:00 - 21:30 (Last Orders)
Bar
Special Dietary Arrangements Yes
Vegan Friendly Yes
Western Breakfast Available Yes

Other Facilities & Services

Communal Bath No
Family Bath No
Private indoor bath in room Yes
Private open-air bath in the room No

Room Rates

Room Type Minimum Rate (JPY)
The Hiramatsu Suite JPY155,500～
Junior Suite JPY110,500～
Deluxe Premier JPY88,000～
Deluxe JPY75,500～
Superior JPY70,500～
** The room rate is per person per night when 2 adults stay in one room. **
- The rate will change depending on the number of guests and dates. Please contact us for details.
- Ryokan rate includes a Japanese or Italian full-course dinner, breakfast, service charge, and tax.
- The mentioned rates and service are available only for LRC Members who book through The Ryokan Collection's website.
- The rates are subject to change without any prior notice.
- A particular room cannot be guaranteed in advance unless otherwise stated by The Ryokan Collection.

Note

Smoking room : No (Please refrain from smoking, vaping or using smokeless tobacco products in guest rooms or on any part of the hotel’s premises)
Barrier free : YES
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