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Each cosy room comes with all the essentials, including a superior-quality bed, a powerful shower, and a smart TV for downtime streaming, to deliver maximum comfort between your explorations.
Regular collaborations with local creatives, chefs, and wellness experts ensure there is always something interesting going on in our lively communal space – the ideal place to relax, unwind, meet other travellers, and, if essential, catch up on some work.
Get ready to dive into the excitement at ASAI Kyoto Shijo! Explore our captivating promotions and upcoming events, where we bring the vibrant flavours of Thailand straight to the heart of Kyoto. Inspired by the bustling streets of Bangkok and its rich curry culture, our offerings promise to tantalize your taste buds with authentic Thai goodness. Don't miss out on the fun – join us for a taste of Thailand right here in Kyoto!
Soi Gaeng, the name of the dining venue, also offers Thai drinking food or “a -harn glub glam” expertly paired with classic cocktails, and selections of premium Japanese whisky, sake, and beer casually served in a vibrant yet cosy space. Signature dessert (kanom wan) offerings ranging from the beloved mango sticky rice to coconut ice cream with various condiments and toppings for guests to personalise.
Presenting Thai afternoon tea in a Pinto, a traditional Thai lunch box, offering a delightful and culturally rich experience right in the heart of Kyoto. The Pinto, a multi-tiered enamel container, is more than just a lunch box—it's a vessel of love and tradition. In Thai homes, these containers carry home-cooked meals for children or offerings to temples, each tier filled with care and meaning. We've reimagined this cultural icon for our special afternoon tea.
ASAI KYOTO SHIJO
600-8417 444 Syunzeicho, Matsubara-dori, Karasuma-higashiiru, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Japan.
The fastest way to get to our hotel from Kansai Airport is to take the JR Haruka Express train. The train departs from the airport every 30 minutes and takes about 75 minutes to reach Kyoto Station. From Kyoto Station, you can take a taxi for 10 minutes or bus No.5, No.26 for 12 minutes to reach our hotel.
Onsite Parking is not available
4 min from Exit No.1 of Gojo station – Kyoto Subway Karasuma line
5 min from Exit No.5 of Shijo station – Kyoto Subway Karasuma line
ASAI Kyoto holds regular meeting, ASAI Social Network event, ranging from art work experience with neighborhood gallery and culinary journey by using local ingredients. The local talents will be the highlights of event and guest would feel the connection to the live local journey and ASAI experience.
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