Stay at this gorgeous Ryokan where you can experience traditional Japanese hospitality at its best. It has been run for six generations, the owner Mrs. Nishimura has sublime style. For the best? Book corner room 14. 

If you've cosied up in this traditional ryokan for the evening you are in for a real treat for dinner: the tempura is out of this world, and the decor just enviably perfect in every way. Ask for a spot at the tempura counter bar to really immerse in the ambience. 

A lovely Michelin-star kaiseki restaurant housed in a renovated machiya townhouse. The original and adventurous dishes are made using only the freshest, seasonal ingredients produced in Kyoto. From grilled sakura masu and mountain vegetable buds, to young sweetfish served with miso paste and wild garlic, not to mention the range of sake!

Gohan-ya is a relaxed izakaya serving home-style Japanese dishes. There’s a big focus on oden here, a dish with slowly simmered vegetables, eggs and fish cakes in a light dashi broth, alongside classics like sashimi and tempura. Expect a local crowd, a great sake selection and Japanese-only menu.