Genji , a Member of Design Hotels™ Kyoto

The hotel occupies a quiet riverside setting along the Kamo River and near the Takase Canal in the Gojo-Kawaramachi area, a residential neighborhood with local street life. Its architecture by Geoffrey P. Moussas incorporates cedar-imprinted concrete, Zen gardens, washi windows, and handcrafted furniture, creating serene public spaces that include a rooftop Sky Forest Garden with river and mountain views. Accommodations feature river, garden, or city views in most rooms, with nine river-facing rooms including balconies. Interiors incorporate tatami areas, custom furniture, washi lighting, radiant cooling, floor heating, and original paintings by Kyoto artists themed around The Tale of Genji. A separate Genji Machiya townhouse two minutes' walk away provides additional private lodging with access to hotel facilities. On-site dining is available in the Genji Lounge and Bar, serving all-day meals with seasonal ingredients, set breakfast options, and room service. The property supplies complimentary bicycles for guests and maintains a small scale that supports personalized service for tours and itineraries.