[Official website] The Kyoto Inn, Hokkaikan Ohanabo / The Japanese inn at Higashi Honganji Temple, Kyoto

Walk and tour around historical Kyoto
With walkable distances to Higashi Honganji Temple, Shoseien Garden,
and Kyoto Tower, etc.

Out hotel is just 7 mins walking distance away from Kyoto Station, it’s in the heart of Kyoto’s sightseeing district.
Come and visit Kyoto multiple times for its different charms in different seasons!

Experience Traditional Japanese Crafts
Information about Higashi Honganji Temple
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KYO CRAFT
Workshop
Experience Traditional Japanese Crafts
(KYO CRAFT)

Approx. 20 mins by car from our hotel.

Create your own miniature Kyo-tatami mat
Kimono dressing experience
Make a Goshuincho (temple stamp book) with Nishijin-ori fabric

Learn from skilled artisans and experience authentic traditional crafts.

At KYO CRAFT, artisans and businesses involved in traditional industries collaborate to offer a variety of cultural experiences. The aim is to preserve and pass on the craftsmanship that has been handed down through generations. Participants can create their own original works while learning genuine artisan techniques.
Workshops include miniature Kyo-tatami making, kimono dressing, and Nishijin-ori Goshuincho making.
Enquiries / TEL (075) 371-3688
Bookings can be arranged through our facility. Please feel free to contact us.

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Information about Higashi Honganji Temple

Approx. 2 mins walking distance from our hotel.

Higashi Honganji Temple, famous as the largest wooden architecture in world

Higashi Honganji Temple is the base of the Japanese Buddhist Shinshu Otani-ha nicknamed “Mr. East”. It’s commonly called Higashi Honganji for the difference with the Nishi Honganji Temple.