Luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants in Kansai

Kansai

Footer Standard

contact the gift box customer service

Since 1818, seven generations of the same family have taken the helm of this ryokan, which is perfectly emblematic of Japan’s cultural heritage. Ideally located in the heart of Kyoto, near the Imperial Palace, Hiiragiya has welcomed writers, artists and prominent figures from every era, drawn by its refined and convivial spirit. The shared areas display a minimalist feel that evokes a sense of calm, while guest rooms offer modern-day comforts within a traditional aesthetic: tatami flooring, low tables, and sliding shoji screens made of wood and translucent rice paper opening onto the serenity of the garden. With a traditional bath in one of the two private bathing rooms crafted from fragrant Japanese umbrella pine (Kōyamaki), a library for quiet reading, and kaiseki cuisine served either in-room or in the shared spaces, every moment here is experienced with quiet intensity.

Hiiragiya

The Kanamean Nishitomiya is one of the ryokans which have survived in the modern surroundings of downtown Kyoto. The wooden architecture hosts only eight suites which lead to a little Japanese garden with seasonal flowers. Futon, tatamis, bamboo furniture… true serenity is prevailing. Mr and Mrs Nishida, the fifth generation of hoteliers in this property, welcome you personally, respecting the Japanese tradition of hospitality. Like the very beautiful crockery in which the dishes are served, your hosts look after every detail inspired by the history of the Honeyanocho district, renowned for crafted fans, which have given their name to the hotel.

Kanamean Nishitomiya

Nishitomiya

Hotel and restaurant in town.

In this acclaimed traditional Ryotei restaurant on the outskirts of Osaka, Japan’s landmark city, Kashiwaya Osaka Senriyama offers modern Japanese food in a dining room designed in the “Sukiya” style, Japan’s traditional format for tea ceremonies: Fusuma sliding doors, shoji paper screens, tatami mats and Tokonoma reception rooms, each executed in a contemporary style. The menu is limited to just eight dishes, which are changed every month. The specialities of the famous Chef Hideaki Matsuo include Amadai, a dish made with grilled tile fish marinated in a salt shrimp “shiokara” dip, and puffer roe boiled in sake, floating on a turnip soup.

Kashiwaya Osaka Senriyama

Kashiwaya / 柏屋

Restaurant in town.

Tatami mat floors, sliding paper window doors, wooden terraces... Welcome to an authentic ryokan whose traditions have carried on for seven generations. Many of the rooms look out to a lush Japanese garden and its surroundings where Japanese pines and a variety of plants and trees, shade the moss covered statues and ponds. The experience would not be complete without enjoying the hot spring baths set in a grove of bamboo and the traditional kaiseki meals, whose small dishes rival in delicacy and offer the opportunity to taste Matsuba crab (seasonal) and Tajima beef.

Nishimuraya Honkan

Hotel and restaurant in a village.

Noborioji Hotel Nara is ideally located in the heart of the historic district of Nara, just a few minutes walk away from the traditional monuments of Japan's ancient imperial capital. Not far from the city park where tame deer wander peacefully, it appeals to music, design and nature lovers alike. The contemporary glass and steel building houses rooms and suites, all of which are bright and elegant. Just behind it stands the elegant silhouette of Kōfuku-ji, one of Japan's oldest temples and a landmark of this fascinating World Heritage city. Like the other temples, you’ll be able to explore it with Noborioji Hotel Nara staff on private tours upon request. Music lovers will enjoy evenings with a classical live concert once a month at Le Bois restaurant, where refined innovative cuisine using local ingredients from Nara is offered.

Noborioji Hotel Nara

Le Bois

You may also contact our reservation advisors for customised stays tailored to your personal preferences.

Select your country and contact an advisor by telephone

Contact by telephone

Contact the reservation team

Please fill out this form so that our advisors can contact you as soon as possible. If you would like additional information concerning Relais &amp; Châteaux gift boxes and certificates, please contact <a href="mailto:cadeaux@relaischateaux.com">cadeaux@relaischateaux.com</a>.

Send a message

Contact an advisor

To reserve multiple rooms or accommodations for more than 3 people, we invite you to contact our reservation advisors for solutions tailored specifically to your needs.