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Gion Hatanaka
Kyoto, JapanAbout Gion Hatanaka
A traditional ryokan right in front of Yasaka Shrine's south gate, a stone's throw from Maruyama Park and the lanes of Gion. Stays centre on seasonal kaiseki dinners, and the ryokan also hosts a 'Kyoto Cuisine and Maiko Evening', where a small group of diners shares a meal with apprentice geisha who chat and play traditional games — a rare way in for a solo traveller.
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📍505 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0074, Japan
Why it works for solo travelers
- ✓ Comfortable for solo guests.
- ✓ Higher-end ($$$).
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