Such a wonderful traditional ryokan to stay in - highly recommend experiencing Kyoto this way. The place is traditional and has a homely touch, rather than a hotel feel. The owner was very kind and always available, and the house cat is adorable! Rooms and bathroom facilities are very clean and well maintained, and you are provided with slippers, traditional robes, towels, toiletries, etc. It is a small ryokan, with only a few rooms, so we never felt we had to wait to use the bathrooms. Located right next to Kyoto Station so its very convenient. No complaints from us!

Nothing!

We had the most incredible stay at Fujiya Ryokan. Our host was exceptional, upon arrival she assisted us with an issue that had nothing to do with our stay (luggage transport) and was happy to be of help and contact people we needed to call and assist with translation. We also adored the house cat Didi, she was so friendly and loved pats. The room was so clean and our sleep was so restful each night. The shared amenities were kept immaculate each time we used them, and the Japanese bath was so lovely to relax in each evening. The location was also perfect. Would recommend going to the local underground food court area Kyoto Sando for delicious food and less than a 5 min walk away. Thanks again for having us, we will definitely be back when in Kyoto again 😊

I recently stayed at Fujiya Ryokan in Kyoto and had a wonderful experience. The ryokan’s location, just a short walk from Kyoto Station, was perfect, especially since I was only in Kyoto for a few days. It made arriving and departing with luggage incredibly convenient, which is a big plus if you’re traveling by train. The ryokan itself is charming and exceptionally well-maintained, with a traditional Showa-era ambiance that made the experience feel authentically Japanese. Every corner of the property was spotless, and fresh linens and towels were provided daily, which added a nice touch of comfort. In the evenings, the owner or staff would prepare an “ofuro” (Japanese bath), which was an absolute treat to come back to after a long day of exploring the city. There’s nothing like soaking in a warm bath to unwind before bedtime. With only 5-6 rooms in the guesthouse, the atmosphere felt very peaceful and personal, offering a more intimate experience than larger hotels. It’s also great value for money considering the location, cleanliness, and amenities. I appreciated the small TV in the room, which gave me a chance to relax and watch some local programming in the evenings after a full day out. Overall, Fujiya Ryokan is a fantastic choice for travelers who want a convenient, comfortable, and traditional stay close to Kyoto Station. Highly recommended, especially if you’re in Kyoto for a shorter visit!

The location of the area was superb, is around 5 mins walking distance to the central Kyoto station, nearby has two konbinis to get your necessities. The owner was kind, explaining for the travellers about the room and amenities provided. The room is clean and tidy, futon was very comfortable imo, bathroom was very clean (is a shared bathroom). Also the cat was so cute (I forgot to ask the cat's name TT).

The stay imposes curfew, but you can always let owner know beforehand that you will be returning late.

I was only here for 1 day but I wish I could have spent at least a week. From the traditional feeling of the room to the close vicinity of the convenience stores. Everything and I mean everything was amazing the highlight was definitely didi (not sure if I spelt that right) The cat that resides there, never have I met a more relaxed cat that loves pats and scratches. I would 100% recommend to anyone and everyone. I will definitely be coming back

There isn't a thing that I didnt like. Everything was amazing thank you.

A wonderful location, about 5-7 minute walk from the Kyoto station and it was easy to find. The hostess was very kind and accommodating. The Ryokan was beautiful, clean and homey. We were very fortunate to stay at a Ryokan while we were visiting Japan and I would highly recommend to anyone to stay here. The bath was so relaxing and much needed after the amount of walking we did around the city. We were lucky enough to see Lilly the morning we were leaving, she's so cute!

The only thing I didn't like is the road that our room faced was very noisy. My husband didn't notice at all and slept very soundly whereas I kept waking up due to the noise. That all to be said, I would still highly recommend staying here.

The host was very friendly and accommodating, she made us feel very welcome. We enjoyed the experience of the traditional ryokan. Everything was spotless. The bath was excellent, too. The assistant cat, Lily is very friendly and always greeting guests at the door. The room was a very good size for two people, and the futons were very comfortable. We enjoyed our daily traditional Japanese snacks, which we found on our tea table upon our return in the evening. The location is also very convenient, 5 minutes walk from Kyoto station. Looking forward to coming back soon!

Amazing location, very helpful and friendly host, great old building

In a perfect world, I'd prefer not to share a bathroom

You get to experience old Kyoto style family house. If you want to sleep on tatami mattress with futon, then this is the right place. The house is old, so the walls got almost no sound proofing, but they keep a small room between neighbours, so we didn't have any problem. They got a new bath made with wood. It's a modernised version, but authentic and the smell of the wood is great for relaxing. The high light was the cat Lily. She's so beautiful and friendly. If you are a cat person, it's definitely recommended.

We didn't have much to complain, but the futon mattress is on a harder side. Everything is old, so it's not like a 5 star hotel. I can recommend only to people who want to experience old Japan.

It was a very unique experience. Definitely worth it. It gives you something you won't see in many other places. A traditional Japanese Ryokan with a traditional Japanese host. Something you should experience in Japan.

The house is very old, and if you have little kids, you're afraid they're gonna damage the paper walls. But that's not the fault of the house.