The best of Japanese traditional skills come together here.
A national guest facility that opened in 2005. It is open to the public in the form of guided tours, allowing visitors to experience the essence of Japanese traditional and artisanship. English guided tours are also available.
It is used for European-style banquets and welcoming ceremonies.
It is designed specifically for Japanese-style banquets where Japanese cuisine is served.
The fabric is Nishijin brocade (pure silk), the same as the chairs in the Kyoto State Guest House.
The splendid giant wall decoration is reproduced as it is!
Yellow Koji ware made by traditional craftsman Mr. Nanzan Ito, which is delivered to the Kyoto State Guest House.
Various goods with the prestigious 57 paulownia crest are also available.
Towel handkerchief (using Imabari towels) embroidered with the 57 paulownia crest and the Kyoto Guest House logo.
It was created by traditional craftsman Nanzan Ito. Shochikubai is auspicious.
Kyoto State Guest House
075-223-2301
23 Kyoto Gyoen, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi
15 minutes' walk from Imadegawa subway station or 7 minutes' walk from the Furitsu Idaibyoin Mae City Bus Stop
9.30am-5pm (last reception 3.30pm)
Admission: 2,000 yen for guided tour
Closing dates : Please check the official website of Kyoto State Guest House for the release date and time.
WEBSITE : https://www.geihinkan.go.jp/kyoto/
