Ryokan Mugen (Adult Only)

The rooms and the hotel itself are beautiful. The staff is beyond accommodating and helped us out a lot with suggestions and instructions on how to get around.

I can’t describe how thankful I am for the hostess’s hospitality. She went above and beyond to help us have the most memorable stay in Kyoto. She would create a personal itinerary for our stay each day, provided us with everything we needed, did it with so much kindness. The property is beautiful and the breakfast was delicious. Our favorite part was the bar - a private bar for the guests- we had so much fun there. We will definitely go back and will recommend all our friends to stay at this ryokan.

Everything was excellent

The owner was incredibly friendly and attentive to all of our needs. She helped us plan each of our days and gave us super helpful recommendations. The traditional Japanese breakfast that she and her husband provided was also so delicious! We absolutely loved this place and would highly recommend it to anyone staying in Kyoto.

We were treated exceptionally well and writing that review is a genuine pleasure. Our stay at Ryokan Mugen felt special thanks because Tome (our host) and her husband put so much thought and warmth into welcoming their guests. To name a few: - The ryokan (a former workshop) itself is beautiful. and the view over the Japanese garden looks fantastic. The place has been renovated with a lot of taste and has a lot of character. The room was larger than I expected- The location is slightly out of the city centre but nicely located to visit several of Kyoto's main sights (Nijo-jo, Golden Pavilion, etc). The neighborhood is very cute - old houses, plenty of small shops, etc - The breakfast was really great - tasty, varied, healthy and properly Japanese- Tome spent a lot of time helping us plan our stay in Kyoto (and further!). She really knows the city well and suggested places that we would otherwise have (unfairly) missed- Her restaurant recommendations were great. Here again, she suggested great places that otherwise would have flown below our radar - A lot of small attentions - for instance providing us hand warmers - She spent time chatting with us in the bar, and it felt special

Nothing. A huge thank you

Highly recommended, not only the logging itself is of quality - very clean, comfy, and tidy; but the owner (Tome) is welcoming and considerate, I feel genuinely happy and lucky to be able to know her.We stayed in Japan for a total of 8 days at different locations, the breakfast of this ryokan (prepared by Tome) ranks the best among anywhere else. Tome actually would get up early and prepare the food/drink for you. The room is very comfy and we found ourselves culturally immersed in it when we stayed there. Great location as well, a couple of really nice Japanese restaurants (Tome will let you know) within walking distance, and also close to bus station. Overall this exceeded our expectations, would give my five-star to the Ryokan and also to the owner Tome who made this possible and left us with the unique experience.

Based on all the reviews of Ryokan Mugen, our stay in Kyoto was the most anticipated of our lodgings during our trip to Japan and the reality exceeded those expectations. Our room was beautiful with a goregous view out to the garden and the breakfast provided each day was delicious. What made our stay superlative was our host. Tome was absolutely lovely -- from her recommendations for off-the-beaten-path sightseeing to making spectacular local dinner reservations for us to hosting us in her absolutely gorgeous private bar. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, truly. We would go back to Japan just to stay there again.

Absolutely nothing.

- hospitality from hosts/owners- quality all around (food, amenities, drink)

- nothing we didn't like

Can’t say enough about how brilliant this place is. Tome and her family are exquisite hosts. I’ve never seen so many reviews of a hotel mention the owners so frequently before… but now I understand why. Time was warm, welcoming, funny, extremely helpful, and unlike anyone we’ve ever met. Staying here was the best part of our trip. Can’t recommend it more highly.

My husband and I have traveled a lot, but nothing… NOTHING has ever compared to our stay at Ryokan Mugen in Kyoto. It’s owned by Tome and her husband, and from the moment we arrived, it was clear this wasn’t going to be an ordinary stay. Tome is one of those rare people whose warmth, humor, and genuine kindness completely transform a trip. She didn’t just host us, she shaped our entire Japan experience. Tome welcomed us like old friends. She shared her family’s history, how they poured their heart into renovating the ryokan, and the love she has for both her home and Japan was visible in everything she did. Every detail reflected her care: the immaculate, beautifully designed room, comfortable and cozy bathroom, thoughtful amenities, the tea and treats she surprised us with, and the personal connection she took time to build. Those moments will stay with us forever. Her Ryokan gave us a sense of calm during an otherwise whirlwind trip, a place where we could truly breathe.Aside from the incredible room with the most comfortable beds of our entire trip, one of our favorite parts was her beautiful back bar area: cozy, stunning, and full of character. Tome taught us about local sake and gin (crafted with the precision only Japan delivers) and spent real, unhurried time serving welcome drinks we’ll never forget, making us feel like the only guests in the world.Breakfasts were unforgettable, beautifully presented, delicious beyond measure, and filled with her passion for caring for others. We were genuinely excited to wake up each morning just to see what she’d created. Her attentiveness was the kind that can’t be manufactured. The ryokan itself is gorgeous- serene, meticulously preserved, and perfectly located for exploring Kyoto by bike, visiting nearby cafes, and finding hidden gems. On her recommendation, we visited a local sushi restaurant owned by her dear friend, which became one of our favorite nights in Japan.

Literally nothing.

We LOVED our host, Tome. The room was spacious and the traditional Japanese housing was beautiful. Tome goes above and beyond for every guest, every time. The location was a quick walk to the bus stops and an easy cab ride to the train station. The daily traditional breakfast was also amazing. Would happily stay again and recommend to anyone. The highlight was the host!

Tome-san and her husband were the most thoughtful and gracious hosts. Their cozy hotel is warm and welcoming. Our breakfast was traditional Japanese and delicious – a perfect way to start a busy day of adventure. She helped us come up with a plan of action for sightseeing (by neighborhood) so that we weren’t overwhelmed and could make the most of our time there. We took advantage of the beautiful weather and had great fun navigating their bikes easily around the streets of Kyoto. Tome-san also provided recommendations for her favorite restaurants - they were outstanding and not touristy. She really is the perfect hostess and I highly recommend staying at Ryokan Mugen to have a truly special and memorable time in Kyoto.

All of the above was exceptional. Tomei was so gracious and full of knowledge. She recommended several places to visit which we took advantage of.

Tome, the hostess, is amazing. The facility is great, breakfast is superb. Great recommendations for restaurants for dinner. Highly recommend.

The property was beautiful! Tome san and her husband Kazu son were amazing host and made you feel extremely special. They are full of energy and you can feel it the moment you step into Ryokan Mugen. Tome San, cooked an amazing traditional Japanese breakfast each morning, gave great suggestions for sightseeing based on our interest and locations to each other, and even called restaurants to help book us reservations for dinner. We highly recommend Ryokan Mugen to anyone wanting an authentic neighborhood experience in Japan that you’ll never get from a hotel!

Nothing. We loved everything to do with this property!

Breakfast was great tasting and hone made. Can request alterations based on allergy.

I loved how it was in a nice residential area close to the bus stop and nearby to local businesses that the host knew very well and was also central to a lot of other major landmarks.

Staff, design, architecture, food

Expensive but totally understandable

This was a very unique and authentic experience of the Japanese culture that you will not get at a regular hotel. The location is good, has this little "suburban" feel and peace. The service was exceptional, the breakfast was amazing, the room was cozy and clean. It is minimalistic in its essence, but also tranquil and mind-opening at the same time. I would definitely suggest trying this if you're curious about the Japanese culture. Just keep in mind that this is definitely not a generic tourist hotel with noisy next-door attractions.

Ryokan was amazing and the host was great!Tome (host) made us very welcome and gave us tips for the city and restaurants! Japanese style room was spacious and bright.We really enjoyed our stay!

The owners, design, breakfast, whiskey bar, rooms, bathrooms, ALL OF IT!