Watazen Ryokan

413, Izutuyatyo Nakagyoku,Yanaginobanba,Rokkaku,Sagaru | Map and Directions

About Watazen Ryokan

Watazen is a classical Japanese Ryokan with modern amenities in the centre of Kyoto. Very convenient location. FREE Internet PC in the lobby. 5min from the nearest station. It has been a popular inn among many travelers to Kyoto since 'Tempo Gannen' 1830. Today many guests enjoy our traditional harmonic atmosphere in central Kyoto.

It has been about 170 years since Wataya Zenbe first founded Watazen in Tenpo. The heart which meets the visitor of a trip is a 'once-in-a-lifetime chance.' We consider that it is our duty to treat the customer with all our might every time. Enjoy your stay with Watazen in the eternal ancient capital city of the world.

We are confident that our excellent service and cuisine will make your visit to Kyoto a memorable one. Please enjoy Kyoto and relax at Watazen.

==Access Info==
(By Train)
It takes 5 minutes from JR Kyoto station to Shijo station and then takes 8 minutes on foot from Shijo station to Watazen.

It takes 5 minutes from a private line Hankyu Karasuma station to Watazen. Come out at Shijo from both underground-passage exits of No. 13. Walk on the left, the first line is turned left, and it is half two lines.

If you are coming by car the distance from the highway to our hotel is about 10km. E-mail us for detailed directions.

We suggest customer who use a taxi to tell the driver as 'Yanaginobaba, Tako-yakushi agaru' as destination.