Activities

A stay where you can enjoy the cool breeze from four exclusive spots, savor elegant moments on a houseboat, and indulge in exquisite cuisine.

This digital detox stay is a two-day program to experience Kyoto’s nature and culture while unplugging from devices like computers and phones.

Experience a parlor game popularized by Kyoto's nobles in the 14th century, where aromatic wood is gently warmed to release its exquisite scent.

This ikebana lesson, led by Ryuho Sasaoka, blends tradition with new flair. Even beginners can join, as its guidance offers insights for daily life.

At dawn, as mist shrouds HOSHINOYA Kyoto, participants meditate in a temple hall, resonating with chants and bathed in the first rays of sunlight.

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.

A stay program where you can face yourself and spend a luxurious time in the nature of Oku-Arashiyama without hesitation.

Discover Kyoto’s iconic geiko, maiko, and teahouse culture. We’ll tailor a selection of authentic Kyoto experiences just for you.

Stretching in dignified air to stretch the limbs and encourage blood flow.Leads to an energized day.

Celebrate your special occasion with a traditional Karakami card-making experience and a keepsake photo album, all reflecting the elegance of Kyoto.

In culturally rich Kyoto, wear a kimono and experience its beauty. We offer both dressing guidance and rentals to enhance your trip.

You can spend the elegant time thinking about the culture and history of Tanabata, which has continued since the Heian period.

Enjoy a private cruise aboard Hisui, HOSHINOYA Kyoto’s yakatabune, with views of cormorant fishing and the Gozan Okuribi fire festival.

Escape the bustle and indulge in a private retreat, where you can savor the beauty of autumn leaves in all their splendor.

Experience Mushikiki, the Japanese tradition of listening to insects, in our Hidden Garden as the autumn sky changes.

Enjoy the Chrysanthemum Festival with a special chrysanthemum-inspired dinner and a chrysanthemum pillow made from a mixture of fragrant ingredients.

You can see the court dance and music that is said to have been performed by Hikaru Genji in “Momiji-no-Ga” in the Tale of Genji.