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| Address | 67 Higashihangi-cho | ||
| Location | Shimogamo, Sakyo-ku, Northern Kyoto | ||
| Transportation | Subway: Kitaoji Station (10 min.); walk east on Kitaoji Dori and turn left at the 5th traffic light. Bus: 205 to Furitsudaigaku-mae (2 min. to the north) | ||
| Phone | 075/721-2174 | ||
| Fax | 075/791-7202 | ||
| Web site | www.rakucho-ryokan.com | ||
| Room Information | 8 units, none with bathroom | ||
| Prices | ¥5,300 ($44/£22) single; ¥8,400-¥9,240 ($72-$77/£36-£38) double; ¥12,600 ($105/£53) triple | ||
| Credit Cards | MC, V | ||
| In Room Amenities | A/C, hot-water pot w/tea | ||
Frommer's Review
This member of the Japanese Inn Group isn't as conveniently situated as most of the other inns listed above, but that shouldn't stop anyone from staying in this well-kept 70-year-old ryokan, managed by English-speaking Kimiko Urade and her son. All but one of the spotless tatami rooms, decorated with such traditional touches as scrolls, have views of a small peaceful garden. Entrance to the ryokan is through a well-tended tiny courtyard filled with plants. There's a kitchenette with two communal refrigerators, a toaster, microwave, and free instant coffee.
Facilities:
Lobby computer w/free Internet access; coin-op washer/dryer; communal kitchenette
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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