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Welcome to Yachiyo. This Traditional Ryokan (see definition of ryokan styles below) opened for business in 1916 near Nanzenji Temple, and originally it was the Kyoto residence of the present owner's (Mr. Nakanishi) great grandfather. Yachiyo is designed in the traditional "sukiya" style of Japanese architecture, and the roofs of the main building are made of Japanese cypress. Yachiyo's 330 square meter Japanese garden is stunning, and it was designed by Jihe-e Ogawa who designed the world famous garden at Heian Jingu Shrine. There are 20 traditional Japanese-style rooms, and most rooms have their own private bath and toilet. There are also shared baths for both women and men. Yachiyo has hosted many famous guests including political leaders and European royalty. Yachiyo is particulary well known for its excellent Kyoto style cuisine, and guests can dine in the ryokan's beautiful dining area with a view of the Japanese garden. Check-in time is after 15:00 and check-out time is before 11:00 am. Warning: the grounds of Nanzenji Temple were at one time quiet and tranquil but not today. Yachiyo is located on a busy street with a lot of traffic, and it can be noisy at night especially on the 2nd floor of the ryokan.

Traditional Ryokan
From Guests
4.2 points out of 5 points
Atmosphere: 4.1 Food: 4.3 Owners and Staff: 4.5 Location: 4.5 Room: 3.7

Ryokan Facilities
Guest Rooms
Yes	Japanese Style Room with Private Bath and Toilet Available	No	Non-Smoking Rooms
Yes	Japanese Style Room with Private Toilet Available	No	"Hanare" (Private Guest Residence)
Yes	Large Japanese-style Room (4 or more guests)	Yes	Towels
Hot Spring Baths
No	Shared Outdoor Hot Spring Bath (Same Gender Only)	No	Private Outdoor Hot Spring Bath (attached to Guest Room)
No	Shared Indoor Hot Spring Bath (Same Gender Only)	No	"Family Bath" (Privately Reserved Hot Spring Bath)
No	Private Hot Spring Bath in Guest Room	No	Mixed Outdoor Hot Spring Bath (Both Genders)
Normal Baths (Not Hot Spring Water)
No	Shared Outdoor Bath (Same Gender Only)	No	"Family Bath" (Privately Reserved Bath)
Yes	Shared Indoor Bath (Same Gender Only)	No	Mixed Outdoor Bath (Both Genders)
No	Private Outdoor Bath (attached to Guest Room)
Meals
Yes	Dinner and Breakfast Plan Available	Yes	No Meals Plan Available
Yes	Breakfast Only Plan Available
Special Meal Requests
Yes	Special Meal Requests (e.g. No Pork)	Yes	Vegetarian Meals (no fish but with fish broth)
Yes	Vegetarian Meals (with fish)	Yes	Western-style Breakfast
Dining Arrangements
Yes	Dinner Served in Guest Room	No	Breakfast Served in Guest Room
Other
English Ability of the Ryokan Staff/Owners: Basic English Spoken
Internet Connection: No Internet Connection
Parking: Free Parking
Curfew Time: No Curfew
No	Pick-up Service	Yes	Shops and Restaurants Near Ryokan
Yes	Single Guests	Yes	Children under 12 Years Old Allowed
Yes	Pay with a Credit Card