A CONTEMPORARY OASIS NESTLED AROUND A HERITAGE POND GARDEN Nestled in the peaceful foothills of Higashiyama, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is a resort-like sanctuary that invites you to celebrate life’s most meaningful occasions amid the splendour of nature. Create bespoke gatherings in versatile event spaces overlooking the 800-year-old Shakusui-en pond garden, enjoy exquisite gourmet dining and welcome your guests to relax in mindfully designed accommodations that blend modern luxury and Japanese craftsmanship. An authentic connection to Kyoto, paired with the space and serenity of a true urban retreat. The hotel features 123 guest rooms, including 13 suites, along with 57 hotel residences—some of the most spacious in Kyoto. Dining is elevated across our restaurants, from EMBA KYOTO GRILL, a modern steakhouse specialising in premium dry-aged charcoal-grilled meats and fresh seafood, to Sushi Ginza Onodera, renowned for its exquisite Edomae-style sushi crafted from the freshest market ingredients. Guests can experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, enjoy exclusive pondside dining, gather for cocktails and Kyoto sake at Fuju, or sip hand-dripped coffee and Kyoto-inspired drinks in The Lounge & Bar. Escape to our acclaimed spa and wellness centre to unwind and rejuvenate. Swim in the 20-metre indoor pool, energise in the state-of-the-art fitness centre, or embark on a blissful wellness journey at THE SPA—a tranquil haven inspired by Japanese design, where made-in-Kyoto ingredients are paired with the latest therapeutic techniques.
Kyoto, Japan’s former imperial capital with more than one thousand years of exquisitely preserved history is home to two thousand temples and shrines, complete with authentic Japanese gardens, a kaleidoscope of festivals, ceremonies and rituals year-round. Seventeen are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, living evidence of the golden age Japan. Yet, the city is also modern, pulsing with up-to-the-moment arts, design and culture. Discover the style and vibe of today’s Japan with an 800-year-old ikeniwa (pond garden) at its heart. Intimate and contemporary, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is set in Higashiyama, the scenic temple district. The hotel has 123 luxury rooms and suites as well as 57 units of residential suites - featuring open kitchens and the city’s largest in-suite entertaining spaces – are designed to maximize kutsurogi, the Japanese art of relaxation. Accessed by a glass bridge, the real stunner of the hotel is the traditional tea house named FUJU. Fuju serves expertly crafted local sweets and matcha tea. In the evenings, sip a glass of Kyoto sake or premium Champagne while on the terrace, which provides the perfect opportunity to gaze at the pond’s reflection. Sushi superstar Rei Masuda helms Sushi Wakon, serving Edo-style sushi at a 200-year-old cypress counter. Indulge at the spa, indoor pool, or fitness center after a long day of city exploring. Cherry blossoms in spring, rich greenery in summer, vibrant red foliage in fall and snow-kissed mountain peaks in winter. Beguiling Kyoto keeps its secrets close. Let us show you where to find them.