Kyoto
The Most Unique Japanese Key Hotels That Defy Categorization
Tokyo has its skyscrapers and Kyoto has its ryokan. But some of the most unique hotel forms in the world are scattered throughout Japan, a testament to the creativity and passion of its hoteliers.
The Reinvention of the Ryokan
Today’s ryokan are putting a modern spin on a dependable format, helping carry it forward into yet another millennium. These 10 earned a MICHELIN Key for their efforts.
Kyoto's Stopped Clocks and Machiya House Hotels
Kyoto’s historic machiya houses are being repurposed as galleries, cafes, hotels, and more. It’s a symbol of a timeless city struggling to balance tradition against tourism.