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Ishicho

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.
A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and traditional decor.
A hotel lobby with a wooden railing, a carpeted floor, and a view of an indoor garden through large windows.
A room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, and large windows with a view of a mountainous landscape.
A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "Hotel Ishicho".

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Kawaramachi Dori Takeya Higashi Iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-0901
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyamachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪72 min drive‬
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View all photos for Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

A variety of dishes arranged on a table, including sushi, sashimi, and a bowl of soup.

Oyado Ishicho Tower - Japanese Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A variety of dishes arranged on a table, including sushi, sashimi, and a bowl of soup.

Ishicho Shogikuen Tower - Japanese Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Double or Twin JAPANESE ROOM

  • Sleeps 6

Double or Twin JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 6

FAMILY ROOM GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 8

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Downtown Kyoto, Ishicho is adjacent to Kawaramachi Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Pontocho Alley. The 112 rooms at this 4-star ryokan include refrigerators, TVs, and soaking bathtubs.

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Biwa Canal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kiyamachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 6 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 7 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SCHOOL BUS COFFEE STOP KYOTO - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪たけむら - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪つるや - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪水暉 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of KI NO BI - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ishicho

At Ishicho, guests have access to karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for JPY 1000 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs ryokan include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, safes, and phones are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Ishicho
Oyado Ishicho
Oyado Ishicho Inn
Oyado Ishicho Inn Kyoto
Oyado Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Inn Kyoto
Ishicho Inn
Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Kyoto
Ishicho Ryokan
Ishicho Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Ishicho?

Ishicho provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Ishicho?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ishicho on Oct 26, 2026 start from $165, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Ishicho?

This ryokan is situated in Downtown Kyoto within a short 18-minute walk of Nishiki Market and also 2 minutes on foot from Kawaramachi Street. You'll also find Pontocho Alley and Kyoto Imperial Palace less than a mile away.

Does Ishicho feature a casino at the property?

No, Ishicho doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ishicho?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

Does Ishicho have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ishicho serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Ishicho allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ishicho though service animals are welcome.

What is the closest airport to Ishicho?

The closest major airport to Ishicho is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.4 mi away (69 minutes by car).

Ishicho Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 471 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to experience a traditional tatami room and ambiance it's the place to be . Close central area of Kyoto in a very relaxing area !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the traditional Japanese ambience. Room was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Location was good; close to bus stop. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Onsen was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old hotel but great traditional experience with very nice stuff and convenient location. We liked the Japanese dinner
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating. We loved our room. We didn't have time to experience the onsen
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staying at Ishicho was a great experience! The staff were incredibly friendly and the room and onsen were very nice! I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, amazing breakfast and dinner, and a very unique hotel room experience. The onsen was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Central of Kyoto, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s in a nice area close to good food, the staff is great and the room is exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was a nice traditional experience in Kyoto. Foreigner friendly, wonderful staff, fun experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome ryokan! Onsen was very clean and relaxing. Highly recommend the traditional breakfast. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Staff

The staff were really nice and the location was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Ishicho for making my stay in Kyoto so memorable. Loved our tatami room, the impressive and traditional breakfast buffet, and all staff were kind and helpful. Highlight for me was their bathhouse, such a relaxing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rooms were very spacious and enjoyed the Japanese style atmosphere. Breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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The Japanese style room was amazing, a must do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was very clean and in a good location. The room was just enough space for my sister and I.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic staff and unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of the finnest places I've ever been.

Very relaxing, kind and comfortable. Make sure you have breakfast here
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice area if u wanna relax but a bit far from most places
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

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Very clean, great service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very accommodating in storing our luggage before our checkout time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an awesome place to stay. I had never stayed in a traditional ryokan before, but the room, meals, and service here far surpassed my expectations. The room was very clean and I got the best night’s sleep of my life. The history of the hotel is also neat. I would recommend getting the breakfast and dinner at least once during your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Public bath!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The ryokan hotel is OUTSTANDING. The staff is SUPER NICE and so so SOOOOOOO helpful. We loved our room, it was really clean, the onsen area was really wonderful too. All outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Large room in friendly ryokan.

Lovely hotel in good location very close to river, imperial palace and markets. Good access to subway. Room was clean and large. Toilet a bit musty in smell.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Theres onsen included in the facility to relax on. However, it is shared bath so expect to be comfortably naked around others. The only gripe is the shared laundry machine with the neighbouring building
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025