We stayed in Kyoto for two nights in mid March and had first booked the Hiiragiya as I was looking for a first rate Ryokan. I switched to the Yuzuya because we wanted a slightly less formal Ryokan with a restaurant (instead of eating in your room which we thought would be a bore). We also wanted to go out... more

We stayed at Yuzuya Ryokan in April 2008 using the http://www.japaneseguesthouses.com services. I cannot find words that will make justice to the place. The hospitality and friendlines of the staff, the food, the service and most of all the ryokan itself - taking you back in medieval Japan... We stayed at the largest 2-bedroom suite as we had our daughter... more

My sister and I decided to splurge and book a nice Ryokan for our stay in Kyoto. I'm not sure we could have picked better. The location is very convenient near many temples and shrines as well as the Gion Corner. Located on a busy street it becomes an oasis of tranquility once inside. The staff is very friendly and... more

My stay at the Ryokan Yuzuya was a wonderful experience to remember. The staff there was so friendly and the service was great. It is so close to the heart of old Kyoto that it is hard to believe when you see the entrance. Once you climb up a few step you walk into a different atmosphere, going back a... more