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Six Senses Kyoto

Name: Six Senses Kyoto
Address: Kyoto, Japan
Rating: 4.8

Higashiyama, Kyoto

4.8

521 member reviews

In Kyoto's ancient Higashiyama temple district, a contemporary ryokan built around Six Senses' signature subterranean spa.

The Experience

Higashiyama temple district setting
Subterranean onsen-inspired spa
Contemporary ryokan design

Amenities

SpaPoolRestaurantBarOnsenTea Ceremony

Location

Directions

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Nearest airport

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

~80 kmapprox. 1h 50m transfer

When you arrive · Kyoto

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Local time

110

Emergency

Police · 110 Ambulance · 119

Message concierge

Know before you go

Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more

Best time to visit

Peak months: Mar–Apr and Oct–Nov.

Mar–Apr cherry blossom and Oct–Nov autumn foliage are the highlights.

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Getting around

Ride-hailing: GO

Superb trains (Shinkansen/JR); hail taxis or use the GO app — little Uber.

They drive on the left — look right first when crossing.

Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide

No tipping — it can cause confusion

Restaurants: Never tip; excellent service is standard.

Hotels: Not expected. A ryokan may add a service charge.

Taxis: Round-number fares only; no tip.

Good to know

·Bow when greeting; a nod is fine for visitors.
·Remove shoes where tatami or a step-up entry (genkan) is present.
·Keep your voice low on trains and don't eat while walking.

Power & connectivity

AplugBplug

100V · 50/60Hz · bring a voltage converter for high-wattage devices

Ubiquitous fast 5G; data-only eSIMs are the easiest option for visitors.

Currency

Japanese Yen (JPY · ¥)

Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.

Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.

Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.

Health & safety

Tap water is safe to drink

·Tap water is safe and excellent.
·Pharmacies are well stocked; carry any prescriptions in original packaging.

General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Travel footprint

Flying from

688kg CO₂e · round trip

≈ 2,548 km each way · what 33 trees absorb in a year.

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Estimate only — economy class, including high-altitude effects.

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