Shinsho-an

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“An exclusive boutique gem in Kyoto's serene Okazaki neighborhood. Inside, shoji screens & minimalist design marry with the tranquility of a Japanese garden. With just 4 rooms, it boasts an exclusive restaurant famed for its kaiseki cuisine. It's Kyoto's hidden sanctuary for the discerning traveler.”

Recommended for

  • City Style

    • Immerse in Kyoto's soul, steps from iconic shrines, with serene garden views and artisanal kaiseki

  • Romantic Break

    • Indulge in intimate luxury, with private onsen terraces and seasonal cuisine, perfect for two

  • Foodies

    • Savour Kyoto's kaiseki, a chef's-choice feast, at Shinsho-an's revered restaurant

  • Great walks

    • Discover Zen at Nanzen-ji, a temple blending majestic gates with serene gardens

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Indulge in a tranquil garden soirée, amidst Shinsho-an's leafy calm

  • Other Activities

    • Relax post-soak on your room's terrace, embracing an onsen's peace

  • Sights nearby

    • Explore Kyoto's history, a walk from Shinsho-an's quiet elegance

  • Luxury

  • Onsen

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Views

  • Intimate

  • Traditional

  • Wellbeing

  • Disabled access

  • Chic

  • Restaurant

Facilities

  • Rooms

    4 rooms in this hotel

  • Onsen

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Views

  • Wifi

  • Suites

  • Disabled access

  • Garden

  • Restaurant

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Discover Zen at Nanzen-ji, a temple blending majestic gates with serene gardens

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Indulge in a tranquil garden soirée, amidst Shinsho-an's leafy calm

  • Other Activities

    • Relax post-soak on your room's terrace, embracing an onsen's peace

  • Sights nearby

    • Explore Kyoto's history, a walk from Shinsho-an's quiet elegance

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Other reviews

16 of the best hotels in Japan

The atmosphere leans more toward luxurious private home than hotel at Shinsho-an, in both scale and ambience.

Originally published by Conde Nast

9 Kyoto Hotels for Your Next Japan Getaway

Set on a quiet residential street in the Okazaki neighborhood, Shinsho-an exudes exclusivity. In fact, most guests only obtain a reservation by referral.

Originally published by Travel + Leisure

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