ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts, is a design-forward sanctuary tucked into Kyoto’s northern foothills that feels worlds away from the city’s crowds, yet deeply connected to its cultural soul.
Set in Kyoto’s historic Takagamine district—an area long associated with ancient Japanese artists and craftsmen—the 114-room resort offers a more serene, design-forward lens on the city, where contemporary architecture is deeply rooted in centuries-old tradition. Think clean, minimalist lines, sweeping forested mountain views, and experiences that bring Kyoto’s craftsmanship to life. ROKU KYOTO is also home to the city’s only outdoor natural hot spring pool, the award-winning ROKU Spa, and TENJIN, its signature French-meets-Kyoto restaurant. Guests can further immerse themselves through hands-on cultural programming—from washi paper-making with local artisans to Kintsugi workshops and traditional tea ceremonies held in the hotel’s tranquil Tea House.
Destination + History: Located in Takagamine, a former artistic hub dating back to the Heian Period, the hotel channels the spirit of “Koetsu Village,” a flourishing artist enclave named after 16th-century artist Honami Koetsu that helped shape Kyoto’s artistic and cultural identity. Today, that legacy is reflected in the hotel’s design and interiors, and art program.
Hands-On Cultural Programming: Through LXR Hotels & Resorts’ Pursuit of Adventure program, guests don’t just see Kyoto—they engage with it. Think washi paper-making with local artisans, Kintsugi workshops, and traditional tea ceremonies set within the peaceful gardens of Shozan Resort Kyoto—offering guests rare access to ancient techniques passed down through generations. The result is a deeper, more participatory way to experience Kyoto that connects travelers to the city’s enduring craftsmanship and cultural rituals.
Kyoto’s Only Outdoor Natural Hot Spring Pool (+ Private Onsen Rooms): A true differentiator: the city’s only outdoor natural hot spring pool, fed by mineral-rich thermal waters and open year-round. Select guest rooms and suites also feature private onsen baths, offering a rare, highly sought-after way to experience Japan’s bathing culture in complete privacy.
Nature-Led Wellness: At ROKU SPA, the treatments draw from “Kyoto Elements,” incorporating locally sourced botanicals and oils, stones, and traditional Japanese techniques. Treatments such as the signature Tenjingawa Stone Massage for example, uses stones collected from the nearby Tenjin River.
Seasonal Kyoto Cuisine: Dining at TENJIN reflects Kyoto’s hyper-seasonality, from delicate spring vegetables to autumn foraged ingredients. At the TENJIN’s Chef’s Table, Kyoto terroir meets refined French technique in an intimate omakase-style experience. Please note: A new chef and culinary concept will debut soon, offering a fresh perspective on modern Kyoto cuisine.
A Front-Row Seat to Kyoto’s Seasons—Without the Crowds: Set within the expansive gardens and water features of Shozan Resort Kyoto, the property offers an immersive, crowd-free vantage point for Kyoto’s most iconic seasonal moments. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom across quiet pathways and reflective ponds, creating a more intimate hanami experience away from the city’s busiest viewing spots. Summer brings lush greenery and cool mountain air in the foothills of Kyoto, while autumn transforms the landscape into a vivid tapestry of crimson and gold foliage. Even in winter, the gardens take on a serene, minimalist beauty, occasionally dusted with snow. Across every season, the resort delivers a front-row seat to Kyoto’s natural rhythms, with ever-changing views framed directly from guest rooms, terraces, and throughout the grounds.
