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)
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
The hotel is the first in Japan to attain a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating in its debut year, and
consistently secured a Five-Star award for three consecutive years. The Thermal Spring SPA, which utilizes
natural hot spring water, was also awarded Four-Stars in the spa category.
Development Strategy
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History & Story
About Us
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, recently awarded the highest Three Key hotel distinction by Michelin, is the first of the HOTEL THE MITSUI brand of iconic, ultra-luxury properties, designed to embody and reflect the harmony between the natural environment, the four seasons and the five senses. Located in the heart of Kyoto, adjacent to the legendary Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the hotel is an idyllic sanctuary honoring ancient Japanese traditions and embodying the legacy and spirit of Kyoto. The hotel is built on a 250-year-old historic site that was once the home of the executive branch of the Mitsui Family, carefully designed to reflect a luxurious ambiance of refined sophistication. The first hotel in Japan to receive a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating in the first year of operation, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is an awe-inspiring feast for the spirit and the senses and a cultural gateway to discover everything Kyoto has to offer.
Best of the Best
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is located in the heart of Kyoto – adjacent to Nijo Castle on the site of the Kyoto home of the Kitake, the executive branch of the Mitsui Family – a property the family maintained for over 250 years. Guests can immerse themselves in the THERMAL SPRING SPA, a natural onsen sourced directly the property. Led by Chef Asano, Japan’s representative at the Bocuse d’Or 2027 International Culinary Competition, signature restaurant TOKI presents an elevated fusion of French cuisine and Kyoto ingredients. As the first hotel in Japan to attain a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating in its debut year, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has consistently secured a Five-Star award for three consecutive years.
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
Located next to the legendary Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO offers convenient access to Kyoto’s main landmarks, with many downtown attractions within walking distance. From Kyoto Station, it is approximately a 15-minute car ride.
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
160 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
Awarded Five-Stars in 2024 Forbes Travel Guide.
Recognized in The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2024, Condé Nast Traveler.
Top 10 Hotel in Japan in Condé Nast Traveler's 2023 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD
Travel + Leisure – The World's Best Awards 2023: Readers’ 100 Favorite Hotels in the World for 2023
Number of employees
Approximately 200