Yoshida Sanso is a luxurious ryokan in one of the most scenic spots in all of Kyoto: atop Yoshida-yama, a small hill that rises in the northeast of the city, a short walk from Ginkaku-ji Temple.
Ryokan Inn Yoshida-sanso
Yoshida Sanso is a well-kept secret among aficionados of first-class Japanese ryokan and a fine retreat for those who like to be surrounded by greenery, quiet temples and scenic walking paths. The rooms and grounds are lovely, the staff is gracious and you’re within walking distance of some of the most beautiful sights in all of Kyoto: Ginkaku-ji Temple, Honen-in Temple, The Path of Philosophy, Shinyodo Temple and Kurodani Temple. Note that you’re also a stone’s throw from the fantastic network of trails that wind their way around Yoshida-yama and up to the park at the top of the hill.
English address:
59-1 Yoshida Shimooji-cho, Sakyo-ku
Japanese address:
左京区吉田下大路町59-1
Price:
Expensive
Internet: free wifi access
Non-smoking rooms:
Yes
Nearest Transport:
15-minute walk from Ginkakuji Michi bus stop, Kyoto bus No 5 20-minute taxi ride from Kyoto Station
Telephone:
from outside Japan: 81-75-771-6125
from inside Japan but outside Kyoto: 075-771-6125
from inside Kyoto: 771-6125
Website:
Read Guest Reviews of Yoshida Sanso at TripAdvisor
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