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If you are after a truly authentic experience in the heart of Kyoto - in fact, directly facing the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nijo Castle - look no further. Opened in 2020 on the former site of the Mitsui family residence, the hotel blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary elegance. It features an intimate 161 refined rooms and suites, some with private onsen baths and views of the courtyard garden or castle.