【京都】THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU 東急ハーヴェストクラブRESERVE京都東山 /主要観光地に好アクセス♪
Hi, this is “Mata-Tabi Channel” We are at Shinjuku Station
We’re taking off from Narita Airport. Today we head to Kyoto from Kansai International Airport
and stay at THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO. We’ve also featured other Tokyu Harvest hotels on this channel. More are coming soon, so please subscribe to our channel♪ We also have a summary video
about Tokyu Harvest hotels on this channel. Please check it out from the description♪ The hotel we introduce today is mainly booked
through its official website or travel sites, but a few rooms are secured as part of the RESERVE series,
for Tokyu Harvest Club members. Unfortunately, it’s not covered by
the Tokyu Fudosan HD shareholder benefits we often use. This time, we booked our stay through the travel site Ikkyu. On the following day, we used the Tokyu Fudosan HD shareholder benefits
to stay at Tokyu Harvest Club Kyoto Takagamine. That video will be out soon as well, so please stay tuned♪ Here’s today’s video menu. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU
(Tokyu Harvest Club RESERVE Kyoto Higashiyama)
Dinner: Ugen-ta Kawadoko Plan (booked via Ikkyu)
Breakfast Buffet: Nananoichi After about an hour, we arrived at Kansai International Airport. From Bus Stop No. 8 we take the express bus
to Kyoto Station’s Hachijo Exit. We ride past Osaka city with views of the sea, heading toward Kyoto. It takes about one hour to reach Kyoto Station. It was the last weekend of August,
and perhaps because summer vacation had just ended,
the station area was fairly quiet. We took the Karasuma Line of the Kyoto Subway to Karasuma Oike,
then transferred to the Tozai Line for Higashiyama Station. It’s about 15 minutes from Kyoto Station. Higashiyama Station is perfect for reaching major sights!
We’ll cover this later in the video. Right in front of the station is Tokyu Vacations Kyoto.
It’s also a convenient place to stay. From the station, we walked west.
Nearby are Heian Shrine and Chion-in Temple. It took us about 7 minutes to walk from the station to the hotel. We arrived at THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU. This hotel is offered to Tokyu Harvest Club members as “Tokyu Harvest Club RESERVE Kyoto Higashiyama,” a RESERVE series with some rooms set aside for members. But anyone can also book through travel sites. A free shuttle bus is available from Kyoto Station’s Hachijo Exit. Please note, the hotel doesn’t have its own parking.
If you drive, you’ll need to use partner parking lots nearby. The hotel is built on the former site of Awata Elementary School,
which was closed after a school merger. Through this door, we step into the front lobby, but first let’s take a look at the hotel’s courtyard. This courtyard is truly the symbol of the hotel. The design makes use of the former elementary school site,
with a history of over 100 years. There’s even a foot bath in the center! Perfect to relax in after a day of sightseeing in Kyoto♪ There’s also a sundial-like design,
expressing the phases of the moon. The courtyard is a shared space with tables and chairs. We see weeping cherry trees and autumn leaves,
so the view changes beautifully with the seasons. Later we’ll show you Sarei, produced by Gion Tsujiri,
where we can also enjoy drinks here in the courtyard. On display is the Awata Lantern, part of the Awata Festival,
a tradition with about a thousand years of history. We heard that Kyoto University of the Arts takes part in its creation. By the way, Kyoto has another Harvest hotel:
Tokyu Harvest Club Kyoto Takagamine. We revisited it the next day, and we’ve introduced it in past videos too.
Please check the description for the link♪ Here’s a comparison of the two hotels. Now, let’s head to today’s stay,
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU. Starting January 2025, the hotel will partner
with Pan Pacific Hotels Group of Singapore. Perhaps with international guests in mind,
the interior is a refined mix of Japanese and modern design. Beside the entrance, leading down to the basement,
there’s a large tapestry hanging in the atrium. It’s a work by Aiko Tezuka using Nishijin-ori weaving,
featuring the school emblem and plans of Awata Elementary School. At the front desk we checked in.
Next to the counter is another Nishijin-ori panel, also by Aiko Tezuka. After check-in, we headed up to our room on the third floor. It’s nice that check-in is available from 2 p.m. By the elevator we found an artwork modeled on
the Tale of Genji picture scrolls. Even the flooring designs and lights were stylish♪ Our room was No. 352.
Now let’s take a look inside. We stayed in a Superior Twin room. It’s compact, about 25 square meters in size. All rooms in this hotel are non-smoking. For those mainly out sightseeing, the facilities are more than enough. Let’s start with the bed area. The SEALY beds were very comfortable♪ By the bedside we had light switches,
a phone, and a Bluetooth speaker. There were magazines too, and outlets with USB ports on both sides—very handy. By the window there was a table and chairs. On the desk we found a tea box prepared. On the upper tier were coffee and sweets. There were UCC drip coffee bags. The original matcha wafers were
a collaboration with Gion Tsujiri—crispy and delicious♪ On the lower tier, there was a tea set from Gion Tsujiri. They had two kinds: Uji sencha and Uji kabusecha. Of course, we enjoyed a cup right away♪ We let it steep for about a minute and a half,
and a small sand timer was provided. The Uji kabusecha had a lovely sweetness and refreshing taste♪ Along the wall was a large TV,
with both regular and satellite broadcasts. It also had built-in apps. We could cast content from our smartphones to the screen. We also checked the list of rental items. There was info on subway one-day passes,
and combined subway & bus one-day tickets. We could even watch YouTube on it. Please subscribe to “Mata Tabi Channel”♪ There was also a humidifying air purifier. Next to the TV was a simple closet area. There was space for luggage and yukata-style samue outfits. The samue were very comfortable to wear♪ In the drawer we found information about laundry service. With the Bluetooth speaker we mentioned earlier, we could play our favorite music from our phones. Next, let’s take a look at the view from our room. When we open the curtains, we see a building right across. It was a courtyard view, still keeping a trace of the old elementary school. From our room, we could also see the mountains. Tokyu Harvest Club is a members-only resort hotel. But some rooms are open to non-members through travel sites,
shareholder perks, or corporate agreements. This hotel is part of the RESERVE series,
where certain rooms for general guests are also set aside for Harvest Club members. It’s not covered by Tokyu Fudosan Holdings’ shareholder benefits.
We booked through the travel site “Ikkyu.” Next is the wash area, located just inside the entrance. It’s a compact space, but designed simply and stylishly. There’s one sink, with an outlet for a hair dryer. Tissues and cups, face and hand soap, towels, and in the drawer, wine glasses and an ice bucket. A T-fal electric kettle, and Ito En mineral water. Below the shelf, a refrigerator. Inside, it was empty. Here we found slippers and another drawer. Inside the drawer was a safe. The slippers were soft and fluffy. On the shelf above the sink, a hair dryer,
bath towels, and face towels. The dryer was made by SALONIA. On another shelf above the sink, amenities. Toothbrushes, hairbrushes, razors,
shaving lotion, and toothpaste. A MINUCA skincare set made with rice bran. Cleansing cream, face wash,
face lotion, and milky lotion. There was also a foldable mirror, very convenient. And a laundry bag, handy for the coin laundry
we’ll show later. In front of the door, a full-length mirror. Even the “Make up room / Do not disturb” sign looked stylish. There was deodorant spray, a brush, and a shoehorn. Our room had only a shower booth,
though some rooms do come with a bathtub. Both a rain shower and a regular shower were installed. The shampoo and toiletries were the hotel’s own brand. The toilet was separate from the bath area. Now let’s move on to the hotel facilities. As mentioned earlier, the foot bath is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. It’s not hot spring water, but we can relax our feet
while looking at the greenery in the courtyard. In front of the lobby is
Tea & Bar “Sarei produced by Gion Tsujiri.” It offers café menus by Gion Tsujiri,
and in the evening, it becomes a bar. There are also takeout options,
so we can enjoy them in our room, or out in the courtyard. Original sweets are also available for purchase. Next to the front counter is a shop:
“Craft Editions produced by Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design.” Here, carefully selected items,
exclusive to this place, are on display. The hotel also offers several activities. Near the front desk, there’s a currency exchange machine
and mobile battery rentals. At the far end of the lobby floor is a utility room. There are two coin-operated laundry machines,
though the prices are a bit high. Even an iron was provided here. There was also a collection of books, making it a little library. A vending machine was also located here. At the back, there was a gym we could use free of charge. There were even dumbbells. The hours were from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Towels and a water dispenser were also available. In the basement was the Kyoto restaurant “Nananoichi.” As Ikkyu Diamond members, we received a complimentary drink. We could choose from beer, sparkling wine,
juices like ginger ale, or coffee. The restaurant “Nananoichi” also serves lunch. The shop we showed earlier didn’t sell food items, but there was a convenience store right across the street from the hotel, very handy. For an extra charge, we could also use a private spa themed around Kyoto’s tradition of tea. For dinner, we chose a river deck course at the famous partner restaurant “Kifune Ugenta.” It took about 45 minutes by car from the hotel. There was a complimentary shuttle bus service. On the way, we passed Kibuneguchi Station on the Eizan Railway Kurama Line. Visiting Kifune on our own would be tough,
but with the shuttle it was very easy. As we reached the Kifune River, more and more riverside restaurants appeared. On the way, we also passed in front of Kifune Shrine. Next time, we’d love to explore this area in more detail. We arrived at Kifune Ugenta! The inn was awarded 1 Michelin Key in the 2024 Michelin Key Guide. Naturally, our meal was served on the riverside deck. As we walked down the steps,
the clear stream welcomed us. The river flowed just beneath and beside our seats,
creating such an elegant atmosphere. While Kyoto city was around 35°C,
here it felt closer to 25°C — wonderfully cool. We made a toast with craft beer, brewed from Kifune’s mountain spring water. Here’s the drink menu. We began our river deck course meal. It started with seasonal appetizers and a small starter. The crispy lotus root chips were nicely salted and delicious. When in Kyoto, we simply can’t miss yuba. A tasty medicinal soup gave us a refreshing detox. The sashimi was lavish, and we even had hamo (pike conger). The sea bream was especially fresh, sweet, and flavorful. The main grilled dish was salt-grilled ayu (sweetfish). The flesh was so fluffy and exquisite.
We enjoyed it with a bit of vinegar for variety. Next, we had somen noodles. The Nara silk-wrapped somen were ultra-thin,
smooth, and refreshing. The hot and crispy fried dish was delightful,
especially the mugwort wheat gluten. Hamo appeared again in the vinegared dish — so luxurious. We wrapped up with Jakomeshi, a specialty from Kyotango. For dessert, we enjoyed soft, wobbly warabi mochi. In this magical setting, both our hearts and stomachs were full. Back at the hotel, the nearby Awata Shrine was beautifully lit up. We didn’t use it this time,
but the hotel’s restaurant also serves dinner. At “Nananoichi,” we can enjoy Kyoto-style French cuisine. The courtyard was also illuminated at night, looking beautiful. We were glad that the foot bath was available until 10 p.m. ♪ We took a stroll through the beautiful courtyard before going to sleep. We woke up around 5 a.m. the next morning, watching the night slowly turn to day. Breakfast was served at the basement restaurant “Nananoichi.” We enjoyed a Japanese and Western buffet in a calm atmosphere. ♪ There was a colorful vegetable salad corner and a selection of cold appetizers. Cereals and dried fruits. A fresh-baked bread corner. Western dishes like scrambled eggs, Kyoto pork sausages,
and hash browns. There was also Saikyo miso-marinated chicken. The Japanese section had Kyoto-style obanzai. The rice was premium Ginshari from Gihee the 8th. We also had grilled flatfish marinated with chunky miso from Yamari Shoten. Miso soup made with Yamari’s miso. Awaji onion soup. There was also a live kitchen — Kuroge Wagyu shabu-shabu,
flavored with Gion Tsujiri tea. It paired perfectly with ponzu and was exquisite!
We’d love to have it again. ♪ The Sansho udon from Jindaya Shoten was fragrant, slightly spicy, and delicious. ♪ And here was the Kyoto Pickles SUSHI corner! We could make hand-rolled sushi with Kyoto pickles and enjoy them. ♪ The drink corner offered Gion Tsujiri’s Kyoto bancha tea, milk, and juices like tomato, orange, apple,
and grapefruit. There was also hot coffee and TEARTH teas. When we asked the staff, they kindly served us café lattes too. ♪ There was fresh fruit as well, and the melon was especially delicious. ♪ Yogurt, and fruit almond jelly desserts. We could also take hot coffee back to our room. ♪ At the end of the video, we’ll share the room rates and our final impressions. ♪ Next, we’ll introduce some popular sightseeing spots with easy access from the hotel. The location was excellent, and many places were within walking distance. First, we’ll show some sights we visited in the past, while pointing out their relation to the hotel. ♪ The first nearby spot we’ll introduce is Kiyomizu-dera! This footage was taken a few years ago,
when there were fewer overseas visitors. A staple for school trips, this temple was founded in 778. The present buildings were largely rebuilt between 1631 and 1633,
thanks to donations from Tokugawa Iemitsu. On this day, a special event was held —
decorating with Nanbu wind chimes. The adjacent Jishu Shrine is famous as a shrine for matchmaking. The main highlight of Kiyomizu-dera is, of course, the “Stage of Kiyomizu” in the main hall! It stands about 13 meters high and covers roughly 190 square meters. The stage is supported by a lattice of giant 400-year-old zelkova pillars,
built on the edge of a cliff. There’s even a famous saying, “to jump off the stage at Kiyomizu.” From the hotel, we can take city bus routes 206 or 46,
about a 30-minute ride. Between the hotel and Kiyomizu-dera lies Ninenzaka. Walking along its charming stone-paved slope,
we saw rows of old townhouses and enjoyed the Kyoto atmosphere at leisure. There were shops for Kyoto crafts, sweets, and cafés to enjoy too. It takes about 20 minutes on foot from the hotel. Yasaka Shrine, founded around 656, is one of Kyoto’s most iconic shrines. Rows of charming “wish rabbits” modeled after the White Rabbit of Inaba are lined up here. At the dance stage, three mikoshi are enshrined during the Gion Festival,
and weddings can also be held there. It’s about a 15-minute walk from the hotel. To the east of the hotel, there’s another popular sightseeing spot— Nanzen-ji Temple. It’s famous from the TV commercial “Yes, Let’s Go to Kyoto.” The Sanmon Gate, a designated Important Cultural Property, is a picturesque sight. We especially love the aqueduct here. ♪ We especially love the aqueduct here. ♪ It’s a waterway drawn from Lake Biwa into Kyoto city. In recent years, it has become a popular photo spot for visitors from overseas. It’s located about 20 minutes on foot from the hotel. Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple is also easily accessible from the hotel. ♪ Founded in 853, it’s a temple best visited in the autumn foliage season. In autumn, around 3,000 maple trees fill the gardens with vibrant colors. When we visited, it was during the “Autumn Treasures Exhibition,” and we could view temple treasures up close. Although it’s a tourist site, the deeper grounds were calm and peaceful. At the Amida Hall, we saw the “Mikaeri Amida,”
a unique statue that looks to the side instead of straight ahead. It’s about a 20-minute walk from the hotel. Next, let’s introduce some restaurants conveniently located near the hotel!
Prices are updated as of October 2025. At “Kanmidokoro Gion Komori,” we enjoyed a variety of Japanese sweets. The warabi mochi made with roasted soybean flour “kogashi kinako”
was soft and delicious. ♪ It’s about a 15-minute walk from the hotel. “Kyoto Gion Shinchi Izuu” has been around since 1781. Its specialty mackerel sushi has long been enjoyed as a feast for festive occasions. Over time, the rich flavor of the kelp seeps into the sushi,
making it a wonderful souvenir as well. It’s about a 20-minute walk from the hotel. By bus, we could reach Nishiki Market in about 20 minutes. Said to date back to the Heian period, the market gained official recognition
from the Edo shogunate in 1615. Called “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” it’s lined with seasonal fish, Kyoto vegetables, and more. We could get there in about 20 minutes by city buses No. 5 or 46. Very close to Nishiki Market is “Kyogoku Kaneyo,”
a long-established eel restaurant that opened in the early Taisho era. The classic unagi-don was delicious, grilled with a secret sauce
that’s been replenished for over a hundred years. ♪ Its signature “Kinshi-don” is a hearty dish,
unagi-don topped with a Kyoto-style rolled omelet. This spot is also about 20 minutes by city buses No. 5 or 46. Next, from Higashiyama Station near the hotel,
we rode two stops to Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station to visit two restaurants. It’s just two stations and about 4 minutes by train from Higashiyama. Kyoto City Hall, located there, was completed in April 1927
under the supervision of Goichi Takeda, known as the “father of Kansai architecture.” The building is almost perfectly symmetrical, with a central tower and wings,
displaying a Neo-Baroque style. The first restaurant is “Nikusenka Hafuu.”
We had lunch there a few years ago. This Western-style restaurant, ranked among Tabelog’s Top 100,
is run by a family with a background in meat wholesaling. It’s known for premium Wagyu steaks and cutlet sandwiches,
and we highly recommend it. It’s about a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station. The second restaurant is “Cafe & Lounge SHAVA LIVA.”
We had lunch there during this trip. We were delighted that the lunch menu included a salad buffet. ♪ The Bolognese had a rich, wine-infused flavor —
a refined taste perfect for adults. The chilled pasta with mozzarella was also full of flavor and delicious! Along with the salad buffet, bread was included too — a great value♪ We can also add a drink for just an extra 100 yen. The atmosphere and value were both great, so we’d love to come back. It’s only about a two-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station. Lastly, let us show you two sightseeing spots we visited, just a short walk from our hotel. Both are very close to the hotel, and less crowded than other tourist spots, so we highly recommend them. The first one is just about a five-minute walk from the hotel. It’s called “Shōren-in Monzeki.” This temple is known as one of the three Monzeki temples of Enryakuji, the head temple of the Tendai sect. At the entrance, we pay the admission fee, take off our shoes, and step inside. Inside, we can see a variety of sliding door paintings. In Kachōden, we can admire lotus paintings by artist Hideki Kimura, with his bold use of color. Beyond the vivid fusuma paintings, we find a beautiful garden. It’s a pond-strolling garden with a mystical atmosphere, using Mount Awata as a borrowed backdrop. It usually takes about 30 minutes to an hour to tour the grounds. Kogosho, located north of the main hall, is built in the traditional irimoya style with tiled roofing. Its sliding door paintings are by the Kano school, and some are designated Important Cultural Properties. Shinden was relocated from the palace of Tōfukumon-in, the granddaughter of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Photography was partly prohibited. After putting our shoes back on, we can stroll through the pond-strolling garden outside. In the garden stands Kōbundō, built in 1788, once used as a study hall by Emperor Go-Sakuramachi. The path goes up a small hill, and it reminded us a little of Ginkaku-ji. Hiyoshi-sha Shrine enshrines the guardian deity of Shōren-in, invited from Hiyoshi Taisha on Mount Hiei. Behind Shinden, we find a serene scene of moss and trees. At the back, there’s a belfry where we were free to strike the temple bell. During the autumn foliage season, the grounds are illuminated at night. The calm atmosphere made this one of our favorite spots. Just a short walk from Shōren-in, we find Chion-in, the head temple of the Jōdo sect. It’s about a six-minute walk from the hotel. Beyond the Sanmon gate, we come to a long, steep staircase. In midsummer especially, it feels like a real challenge. For those who might find it too tough, we recommend the gentler “Onna-zaka” slope on the right. We decided to climb the steep “Otoko-zaka” steps. This location has also been used in films like The Last Samurai. There are 51 tall steps to climb, one by one. Halfway up, we recommend turning around for a view. You’ll see a wonderful view of the towering Sanmon gate. At the top, we’re welcomed by the Miei-dō Hall, a National Treasure. It was rebuilt in 1639 by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third shogun. If we take our time exploring the temple grounds, it takes about 40 minutes. The Hōjō Garden within the grounds is another highlight. There, we can enjoy the beauty of a pond garden full of atmosphere. Gongen-dō enshrines the spirits of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Hidetada, and Iemitsu, who all supported Chion-in’s grand temple complex. The path leading from Miei-dō to Amida-dō is also lovely. Photography is prohibited inside Amida-dō, but there is a 2.7-meter seated statue of Amida Nyorai. There’s also a unique experience where we can chant together with monks, using wooden mokugyo drums. At the shop, Taiheitei, we find souvenirs and also a free resting area. When we bought a drink from the vending machine here, it actually chanted a Buddhist prayer for us. Above all, the hotel has a fantastic location. You can easily access many of the sightseeing spots we introduced in the latter part of this video. The breakfast buffet features Kyoto’s local specialties, and we highly recommend trying it. The staff provide excellent service, giving a reassuring feeling. Please note that there is no onsen due to the hotel’s location. The hotel shop mainly does not sell food, but there’s a 24-hour convenience store just a short walk from the hotel. It’s about a 5–7 minute walk from the nearest Higashiyama Station, so be careful on rainy days. It feels more like a hotel focused on accommodation, but you can enjoy a luxurious space without spending too much. We chose the “Ugentā Kawadoko Course” dinner plan from Ikkyu’s hotel plan. There are many nearby restaurants, so staying without meals is also recommended. Also, Tokyu Harvest Club members can stay at an even more discounted rate. Please note that Tokyu Fudosan HD shareholder benefits are not applicable. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA TOKYU has an excellent location for accessing famous sightseeing spots, and we found it a wonderful hotel where we could stay comfortably in a luxurious atmosphere. 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