Tag: “Ryokan Kyoto”

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   Kinkakuju

   Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) is a Zen temple formally known as Rokuonji.
   
   In 1397 construction started on the Golden Pavilion as part of a new residence for the retired shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. Kinkakuji was converted into a Zen temple after Yoshimitsu's death in 1408.
   
   The Golden Pavilion functions as shariden, housing sacred relics of the Buddha and is covered in gold leaf.

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   Motonago Ryokan

   This traditional Japanese-style inn is superbly located in the historic district of Kyoto. The rooms are appointed in a traditional Japanese style -- tatami mats on the floors and futons that are unrolled at night.

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   Andon Ryokan

   A contemporary Japanese-style hotel, which caters for foreign travelers, Andon Ryokan is basic, simple and affordable yet stylish and cosy. It is an excellent place to base a short stay in Tokyo being close to the convenient Hibiya line of the Tokyo Metro.