Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto
Japan
Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto
284 Nijoaburanokoji-cho, Aburano-koji St. Nijo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0051
https://www.hotelthemitsui.com/
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
N/A
Shareholders
Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd.
2020
Date of Creation
November 3, 2020
Hotel General Manager
Manabu Kusui (MR)
Born in 1973, Manabu Kusui joined the Park Hyatt Tokyo in 1994 following several posts overseas in a variety of roles at renowned international luxury hotels. Kusui then moved to the Ritz Carlton Tokyo to serve as Director of Sales. He then assumed the post of Director of Sales and Marketing at the Four Seasons Tokyo Marunouchi before moving to the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo as Executive Assistant Manager, overseeing sales and marketing. In June 2018, Kusui accepted the post of General Manager at HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO.
Hotel Positioning
5 Star Luxury Hotel
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has again been awarded the highest rating of five stars in the Forbes Travel Guide 2023 edition. This is the second consecutive year that the hotel has been awarded this accolade, following its first five-star rating in Japan last year in its first year of operation. Our Thermal Spring SPA, which utilises natural hot spring water, was also awarded four stars in the spa category by Forbes.
Development Strategy
N/A
Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp
History & Story
A flagship hotel located in the heart of Kyoto – right opposite Nijo-jo Castle across Horikawa-dori – this hotel will be directly managed by the Mitsui Group. Measuring over 7,000m², this was the location of the Kyoto home of the Kitake, the executive branch of the Mitsui family – a home the family maintained for over 250 years. The architectural remnants of the site are being put to good use, incorporated into the design of the entranceway and centerpiece garden of the new hotel. Guests will experience Kyoto’s rich traditions and spirituality – the property combines the storied history of the old capital coupled with a dynamic, progressive design. Featuring 161 guest rooms with a mean floorspace of over 50m², including a Presidential Suite measuring 213m², as well as a SPA facility of some 1,000m², guests can relax and enjoy the spacious surroundings. The elegant Japanese garden is visible from the restaurant area, where the culinary team are dedicated to making the most of the freshest ingredients from all over Japan.
Date Renewal
No renovations nor restorations since the opening in 2020
Date added extensions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
The Kajiimiya Gate
Standing imposingly at the entrance to HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, the Kajiimiya Gate has a history stretching back over 300 years and a long-standing connection with the Mitsui family. The gate has been lovingly restored to its former glory.
The Garden
Our courtyard garden is located in the centre of the property and measures some 1,300㎡. Landscape Designer Shunsaku Miyagi has created a modern recreation of the garden of the Mitsui residence that used to be located on the site of HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO.
Designers/Artists
Architect, Interior Designer, Landscape Designer, Artist… We have some of the leading people in their respective fields who have come together to make the concept of HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO – EMBRACING JAPAN’S BEAUTY – a reality.
Thermal Spring with Natural hot spring Onsen sourced onsite.
One of the great pleasures of a visit to Kyoto is experiencing an onsen thermal spring, and here you can immerse yourself in these healing baths, in a calming environment punctuated by the sound of running water. Let the naturalspring water soak away all of your stresses and strains, so you can attain complete relaxation. Bathers are asked to use swimwear when bathing at the Thermal Spring.
Location
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is located in the centre of Kyoto city. Easy access to most of the landmarks of Kyoto and many attractions of the downtown within walking distance.
Looking from Kyoto Station, Higashi Hongan-ji Temple and Nishi Hongan-ji Temple (a World Heritage site) can be seen lined up to the north of Kyoto Tower. The popular Kyoto Aquarium can be found in Umekoji Park nearby. The area around Karasuma and Kawara-machi is a busy shopping district, visited by many tourists, which includes Nishiki Ichiba market—often called “Kyoto’s kitchen”.
The “Go” board-like layout of the streets and their names are quite characteristic of Kyoto. A great many facilities, scenic spots, and historic sites can be found around Karasuma-dori Street, which stretches directly north from Kyoto Station. From historical sites such as The Museum of Kyoto, Honno-ji Temple, the massive Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, and Shokoku-ji Temple (one of the five most important Rinzai temples of Kyoto) to unique attractions such as the Kyoto International Manga Museum, this area has something for everyone.
Nijo Castle (a World Heritage site), Kitanotenmangu Shrine, and other historical buildings can also be found to the west. The World Heritage site Shimogamo Shrine can be found where the Kamo-gawa and Takano-gawa rivers meet, and it holds the Aoi Festival (one of Kyoto’s three famous festivals) along with Kamowake-ikazuchi Shrine, another World Heritage site. Nearby Kitaoji-dori Street is an urban area with a lot of traffic, and a mountainous region stretches out immediately to the north.
Extra notable features
Unique Experiences
“Experience Tranquillity with a Bowl of Tea a at CHAKYO” conducted by our Ambassador staff
“Ambassador Curated Art Tour”
“Transformative Morning Practice Wellness Breathing” conducted in SHIKINOMA by our SPA staff
*Many more authentic and unique experience programs arrangeable inside the hotel such as in our SHIKINOMA room.
Children’s Corner
We are a Child (Family) friendly hotel.
We have some unique programs available for staying guests. i.g. “Start Your Career in Hospitality Here With Us!” This is our original program for small kids dream of working in the hotel industry. We have uniforms in a range of appropriate sizes and kids can work with their mentors delivering luggage, tec.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
161 rooms in total including 22 Suites
Restaurants & Bars
Food/Beverage Facilities/Event Spaces
TOKI (Innovative – Kyoto French) : 44 seats
With a focus on fond (stock) made with Kyoto water, Chef Asano will offer a variety of innovative dishes in which quality seasonal ingredients sourced from Kyoto and beyond play a leading role. An opportunity to connect with the distinct seasons of the ancient capital while gazing out at the courtyard garden and water basin.
FORNI (Italian Cuisine) : 105 seats (including 10 terrace seats)
Delicious grill dishes and authentic pizzas from our ovens. A Japanese space infused with modern touches. Enjoy the colours and flavours of the 24 seasons of the lunisolar calendar, brought to you by our creative culinary team.
THE GARDEN BAR (Bar and Lounge) : 44 seats (including 6 terrace seats)
The soft lighting illuminates our elegant Japanese garden as the sun sets. Relax, unwind and reflect on a say spent exploring the ancient capital over a drink and a bite to eat.
SHIKINOMA：16 people (seated, with table/chair configuration)
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is located on the site of Kyoto home of the Kitake, the executive branch of the Mitsui Family. Recognizing this important part of our heritage, SHIKI-NO-MA is a faithful yet modern reconstruction of part of the former Mitsui home, constructed from Japanese cypress. SHIKI-NO-MA can be used for a variety of purposes, such as exclusive dining events and tea ceremony gatherings.
Wellness
Spa
Thermal Spring (natural hot spring pool facility, swimwear required)
Private Onsen (2 rooms)
Treatment Room (4 rooms)
Gym, etc.
Corporate & Celebration Events
For a buyout/private use
SHIKINOMA：16 people (seated, with table/chair configuration)
TOKI (Innovative) : 44 seats
For a partial buy out
FORNI (Italian Cuisine) : 105 seats (including 10 terrace seats)
THE GARDEN BAR (Bar and Lounge) : 44 seats (including 6 terrace seats)
Hotel and restaurant Awards
2021
Forbes Travel Guide 2023 highest rating of 5 stars (hotel) and 4 stars (spa)
TOKI, the signature restaurant at HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, is honoured to be included in Wine Spectator’s 2022 Award of Excellence.
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has been awarded a Good Design Award 2021
Number of employees
Approximately 200