Ryokan Uemura - Kyoto

Traditional family-run ryokan in Kyoto's historic Gion district

Amenities

Ryokan Uemura offers free WiFi throughout the building, air conditioning, and heating. Luggage storage is available for guests before check-in and after checkout. Parking is also provided, a rare convenience in central Kyoto.

Rooms

Each room at Uemura Ryokan has tatami floors, a seating area, and a hairdryer. Free toiletries are provided in every room. Rooms are Japanese-Style Twin or Single with shared bathrooms.

Location

Ryokan Uemura Kyoto is located less than 1 km from Gion Shion Station, with Kiyomizu-dera Temple a 13-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Shoren-in Temple. The property sits on a quiet lane in the historic Gion district where photography is restricted.

Guest Experience

The host provides a warm welcome with tea and maps of local events. Guests can use the luggage forwarding service (takkyubin) for convenience. The building is designated as a cultural property, offering a glimpse into Kyoto's history.

Practical Information

Shared bathrooms are available on each floor. The property has a 10 pm quiet time, though guests can come and go as they please. No breakfast is served, but thick futon blankets keep guests warm at night.

• Location: Historic Gion district, steps from Kiyomizu-dera Temple
• Rooms: Japanese-style rooms with tatami floors
• Amenities: Free WiFi, parking, luggage storage
• Experience: Cultural property with host's local maps
• Practical: Shared bathrooms, 10 pm quiet time, no breakfast