Aman’s third destination in Japan – Aman Kyoto – opens on 1 November 2019. Set in a secret garden within a 32ha forest, the new hotel is also within walking distance of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinkaku-ji Temple, and close to the centre of Kyoto.
Within the formal lawn of the gardens, in the peaceful centre of the site, large granite boulders, originally selected as sculptures by the former owner, define and hold court over the space. Named the Kerry Hill Garden in honour of Kerry Hill, who designed Aman Kyoto, amongst many other Aman properties around the world, the flourishing landscape stands as a living tribute to the iconic architect.
Consisting of a series of standalone pavilions, Aman Kyoto has six Guest Pavilions housing 26 guest rooms. Aman Kyoto’s latticed pavilions are a contemporary homage to the traditional Japanese ryokan inn, minimalist in their geometry, and each serving as a window onto their spectacular natural surroundings. Offering six room categories, including two ‘presidential suites’ located in the Washigamine and Takagamine Pavilions, all accommodation at Aman Kyoto offers leafy seclusion with garden views, and supreme privacy.
Washigamine Suite – Aman Kyoto
The Washigamine and Takagamine Pavilions are named after two mountains in the surrounding national parks of Kyoto and are located at the highest, most secluded point of the property. Offering extensive views over the surrounding forested landscape, each pavilion, houses two en-suite bedrooms, separate living and dining areas, kitchen and tatami room.
The Susuki, Nara, Kaede and Hotaru pavilions all encompass 60 square metre rooms, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the beautiful garden and forest views. The large ofuro bathtubs in each guest room have been crafted from hinoki cypress wood, native to central Japan.
The Living Pavilion Aman Kyoto
Aman Kyoto also offers the tranquil Aman Spa, Living Pavilion by Aman restaurant, Taka-an, the resort’s Japanese restaurant, and other gastronomic experiences.
Aman Kyoto is a one-hour drive from Osaka International Airport (ITM), a two-hour drive from Kansai International Airport (KIX), and a 30-minute drive from Kyoto Station.
