Hanamiya Hotel: New Six-Suite Luxury Retreat to Open in Kyoto in 2026
HANAMIYA HOTEL TO OPEN IN KYOTO IN AUTUMN 2026, OFFERING AN INTIMATE SIX-SUITE RETREAT IN THE HEART OF THE CITY
A Private Kyoto Experience Combining River Views, Contemporary Craftsmanship, and Omakase Dining
September, 2026 
KYOTO, JAPAN — September 2026 — Hanamiya, an intimate six-suite luxury boutique hotel, is scheduled to open in Kyoto’s Tennocho area in Autumn 2026, offering a private and highly considered base from which to discover Kyoto’s cultural and artistic heart and the enduring traditions of one of Japan’s most richly layered cities. Set overlooking the Kamo and Takase Rivers, Hanamiya Hotel brings together Kyoto craftsmanship, contemporary Japanese design, exceptional sushi, and views toward some of the city’s most celebrated landmarks, including Yasaka Pagoda and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Approximately a five-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station in the lively center of Kyoto, Hanamiya offers an atmosphere of privacy and seclusion. With only six guestrooms, the hotel is particularly suited to discerning travelers, families, and larger groups seeking an exclusive stay in the city. Each floor comprises two suites, which can be reserved together as a private floor, creating the feeling of an exclusive residence in the heart of Kyoto. 
SIX ROOMS, ROOTED IN KYOTO CRAFTSMANSHIP
Each of Hanamiya’s six guestrooms has been conceived as a contemporary interpretation of Kyoto’s traditional aesthetic, with an emphasis on natural materials, artisanal techniques, and understated luxury. Alternatively, the two rooms on the same floor can be combined into a two-bedroom suite, which can accommodate up to 9 guests. Traditional crafts including urushi lacquer, Kyoto textiles, ceramics, and karakami decorative paper are incorporated throughout the interiors. Richly finished lacquer surfaces, warm-toned wood, and delicate latticework create spaces that feel distinctly Japanese without relying on overtly traditional styling. The craftsmanship throughout the hotel is being developed in collaboration with Hiyoshiya Craft Lab, led by Kotaro Nishibori, the fifth-generation head of Hiyoshiya, Kyoto’s renowned maker of traditional wagasa umbrellas. With a history spanning generations, Hiyoshiya has preserved the craftsmanship of Kyoto’s traditional umbrellas while exploring new applications for these techniques in contemporary design and daily life. At Hanamiya Hotel, this philosophy extends into the guestrooms, where traditional materials and techniques are interpreted for a modern luxury setting. The result is a contemporary hotel where Kyoto’s traditional craftsmanship is woven naturally into the design and the stay. 
SUSHIYA YOHEI KYOTO: OMAKASE: BY THE KAMO RIVER
Hanamiya will also be home to Sushiya Yohei Kyoto, an intimate sushi restaurant offering omakase dining for both lunch and dinner. The restaurant is a sister establishment of the popular Sushi Saeki and will be the group’s third location. The kitchen will be led by Takashi Taniguchi, the representative chef of Kyoto Saeki since 2018. With more than 25 years of experience dedicated to sushi, Taniguchi brings a deep understanding of traditional sushi techniques, carefully selected ingredients, and the craft of traditional sushi rice. His approach combines technical expertise with a warm, engaging style of hospitality, creating an experience that extends beyond the food itself. With the Kamo River as its backdrop, Sushiya Yohei Kyoto will present full-course omakase menus centered on sushi and seasonal Japanese ingredients, offering guests a dining experience closely connected to the rhythms and character of Kyoto. From May through early October, the restaurant will also offer dining inspired by Kyoto’s traditional kawayuka culture, when restaurants along the Kamo River create elevated outdoor dining spaces overlooking the water. Guests will be able to enjoy seasonal cuisine alongside the river, surrounded by the atmosphere of Kyoto during the warmer months. For Hanamiya guests, the restaurant provides an opportunity to experience Kyoto’s culinary culture without leaving the property, bringing together the precision of traditional sushi craftsmanship, seasonal Japanese cuisine, and the distinctive setting of the Kamo River. 
A PRIVATE BASE IN THE HEART OF KYOTO
Hanamiya’s location offers an unusual combination: immediate access to the energy of central Kyoto alongside the privacy of a six-room retreat. The hotel sits close to Kyoto-Kawaramachi and Shijo Stations, placing guests within easy reach of the city’s renowned restaurants, boutiques, cultural sites, and historic districts. At the same time, its position overlooking the Kamo and Takase Rivers creates a sense of calm and separation from the surrounding city. For families and groups traveling together, the hotel’s small scale offers particular advantages. Multiple guestrooms or entire floors can be reserved together, allowing guests to maintain privacy while sharing a single, highly personal base in Kyoto. The generous 132-square-meter main suite further enhances the property’s appeal for extended stays and multigenerational travel.
SHIKI PROPERTIES: MORE THAN 11 YEARS IN KYOTO
Hanamiya is operated by Shiki Properties, a Kyoto-based property management company with more than 11 years of experience across the city’s hospitality and real estate sectors. Today, Shiki Properties manages a portfolio of more than 50 properties, primarily in Kyoto, encompassing traditional machiya townhouses, hotels, and other distinctive properties rooted in the city’s architectural and cultural heritage, with operations also extending to Osaka and Nagano. The company’s expertise extends beyond day-to-day property management. Shiki Properties takes a considered approach to preserving and enhancing the individual character of each property, with close attention to its architecture, history, location, and relationship with the surrounding neighborhood. In addition to property management, Shiki Properties is active in real estate sales and brokerage, as well as ventures in other sectors, including food and beverage. Its portfolio of businesses includes Habanebros, a hot sauce brand made with 100% Kyoto-grown habanero peppers. Hanamiya represents a natural evolution of this Kyoto-based expertise. Conceived from the outset as a distinctive hospitality experience, the property brings together privacy, craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and a deep appreciation for the character of its location.
AN INTIMATE WAY TO EXPERIENCE KYOTO
Hanamiya brings together several defining elements of Kyoto in a single, private setting: the Kamo and Takase Rivers, views toward Yasaka Pagoda and Kiyomizu-dera, the city’s traditional craftsmanship, contemporary Japanese interiors, and omakase sushi overlooking the river. Rather than positioning itself simply as a luxury hotel, Hanamiya is designed as a private gateway to Kyoto, a place where the city’s architecture, craftsmanship, cuisine, and seasonal beauty become part of the stay itself. With only six guestrooms and the ability to accommodate families and larger groups across multiple rooms or private floors, Hanamiya offers a rare sense of exclusivity in one of Kyoto’s most vibrant central neighborhoods. The hotel is intended for travelers seeking a more intimate and deeply connected way to experience Kyoto , whether for a private family journey, a multigenerational escape, or a small group stay centered around exceptional Japanese culture, cuisine, and design. The hotel is operated by Shiki Properties, a Kyoto-based company with more than 11 years of experience in hospitality and real estate. Today, Shiki Properties manages a portfolio of more than 50 properties, including hotels and accommodations housed in traditional Kyoto machiya townhouses, reflecting the company’s deep understanding of the city’s distinctive architectural and cultural heritage Hanamiya Hotel is scheduled to open in Kyoto’s Tennocho area in Autumn,2026. Enquires – anna@shikiproperties.com
Property Overview
Property: HANAMIYA HOTEL Operator: Shiki Properties Opening: Autumn 2026 (scheduled) Address: 155 Tennocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8013 Guestrooms: 6 ( 47-132-square-meters) Access: Approximately 4 minutes on foot from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station Views: Kamo River, Takase River, Yasaka Pagoda, Kiyomizu-dera Temple On-site Dining: Sushiya Yohei Kyoto Cuisine: Omakase courses for lunch and dinner Seasonal Experience: Kawayuka-style riverside (May to October) Craftsmanship: Hiyoshiya Craft Lab / Kotaro Nishibori Shiki Properties Portfolio: More than 50 properties in and around Kyoto, including machiya and hotels Experience in Kyoto: More than 11 years Business Areas: Property management, real estate, food and consumer product sales, and related businesses