バンヤンツリー東山京都
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
A secluded hillside retreat in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, Banyan Tree offers ryokan-inspired luxury, private gardens, and holistic wellness programs.
Hotel
5-Star Luxury Hotel, Luxury Retreat, Ryokan-Inspired, Wellness Sanctuary
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Tucked into the quiet slopes of eastern Kyoto, Banyan Tree Higashiyama blends refined ryokan architecture with international luxury standards. The property emphasizes privacy, stillness, and immersive nature, with guest suites opening to moss gardens, bamboo groves, and distant temple rooftops. Each room features traditional materials—tatami, shoji, hinoki wood—and modern comforts such as soaking tubs, underfloor heating, and curated tea sets. The resort’s signature spa delivers treatments rooted in Asian traditions, while wellness offerings include meditation sessions, cultural experiences, and a dedicated vitality pool. An adults-oriented property, Banyan Tree attracts discerning travelers seeking Kyoto’s spiritual heart paired with global sophistication.
Facilities & Services
Ryokan-style luxury suites with private gardens
Banyan Tree Spa (holistic therapies, Asian treatments)
Vitality pool and wellness facilities
Traditional Japanese architecture and interiors
Cultural programs (tea ceremony, calligraphy, meditation)
Gourmet dining with seasonal kaiseki
Adults-oriented retreat (ages 13+)
24-hour front desk and concierge
Multilingual staff
Located near Kiyomizu-dera and Kyoto’s temple district
Kyoto Orthodox Church
A hidden gem in Kyoto’s city center, the Kyoto Orthodox Church offers a quiet space for worship and reflection, preserving the beauty of Eastern Orthodox tradition in Japan.
Nagaoka Tenmangu Shrine
A peaceful shrine in suburban Kyoto, Nagaoka Tenmangu is cherished for its seasonal beauty—especially during cherry blossom and azalea blooms—making it a serene retreat from city crowds.
Kamogawa Delta
At the fork of two rivers in northern Kyoto, Kamogawa Delta is a beloved open-air retreat where locals and travelers relax, play, and take in the gentle rhythm of the city’s natural heart.
Jōnangū Shrine
A tranquil Shinto shrine tucked away in southern Kyoto, Jōnangū is renowned for its harmonious gardens and seasonal floral displays, offering a spiritual retreat through the changing rhythms of nature.
Katsura Imperial Villa
A masterpiece of Japanese architecture and landscape design, Katsura Imperial Villa offers a rare glimpse into the refined aesthetics of the Edo period, accessible only through guided tours with advance reservation.