Activities
Hoshinoya Kyoto's original boat "Hisui"
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- All year
Experience tranquility on Hoshinoya Kyoto's "Hisui" boat with matcha-making, artisan craftsmanship, and stunning seasonal views.
Refreshing Summer Stay in Deep Arashiyama
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- Jul 1, 2025 – Aug 31
A stay where you can enjoy the cool breeze from four exclusive spots, savor elegant moments on a houseboat, and indulge in exquisite cuisine.
Digital Detox Stay
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- All year
This digital detox stay is a two-day program to experience Kyoto’s nature and culture while unplugging from devices like computers and phones.
Introduction to Incense Ceremony
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- All year
Experience a parlor game popularized by Kyoto's nobles in the 14th century, where aromatic wood is gently warmed to release its exquisite scent.
Morning Zen Meditation
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- All year
At dawn, as mist shrouds HOSHINOYA Kyoto, participants meditate in a temple hall, resonating with chants and bathed in the first rays of sunlight.
Cultural experience with the shell-pictures of The Tale of Genji
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- All year
Match shells adorned with scenes from The Tale of Genji, a refined pastime of 14th-century Kyoto nobles. Our staff will share the story behind them.
Luxurious Solo Trip at Deep Arashiyama
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- All year
A stay program where you can face yourself and spend a luxurious time in the nature of Oku-Arashiyama without hesitation.
An excursion to the Japanese tea house in Kyoto
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- All year
Discover Kyoto’s iconic geiko, maiko, and teahouse culture. We’ll tailor a selection of authentic Kyoto experiences just for you.
Morning Outdoor Stretch
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- All year
Stretching in dignified air to stretch the limbs and encourage blood flow.Leads to an energized day.
Anniversary plan
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- All year
Celebrate your special occasion with a traditional Karakami card-making experience and a keepsake photo album, all reflecting the elegance of Kyoto.
Exploring Kyoto in Kimono
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- All year
In culturally rich Kyoto, wear a kimono and experience its beauty. We offer both dressing guidance and rentals to enhance your trip.
Tanabata Festival experience
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- July 1-10, August 21-31, 2025
You can spend the elegant time thinking about the culture and history of Tanabata, which has continued since the Heian period.
Japanese Orchestra of Kyoto Gion Festival
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- June 21,22,28 and 29, 2025
Enjoy the traditional Japanese music of Kyoto’s Gion Festival, a beloved summer event that lets you feel the charm and atmosphere of the ancient city.
Gozan no Okuribi (Bonfire of the Five Mountains) Viewing Boat
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- All year
Enjoy a private cruise aboard Hisui, HOSHINOYA Kyoto’s yakatabune, with views of cormorant fishing and the Gozan Okuribi fire festival.
Autumn stay in Deep Arashiyama
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- Nov 8, 2025 – Dec 7
Escape the bustle and indulge in a private retreat, where you can savor the beauty of autumn leaves in all their splendor.
Autumn Evenings with Insect Songs
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- Aug 23, 2025 – Sep 7
Experience Mushikiki, the Japanese tradition of listening to insects, in our Hidden Garden as the autumn sky changes.