After being welcomed in with a cup of Ippodo tea, The Screen quickly feels like home. The atmospheric Bron Ronnery restaurant serves a range of creative French-fusion dishes, while the Sunsun lounge has a more relaxed environment with walls of glass that let in plenty of natural light. Light meals are served at Sho-Ki, or head there later for a glass of champagne. If you're visiting in summer, the terrace has lovely views, making it the perfect spot for sundowners.
From multi-coloured walls and bright artworks to entirely monochrome aesthetics, each of The Screen's 13 rooms has its own (very quirky) character. The interiors are artfully done, whether it's an interpretation of contemporary Japan, glowing under huge moon-shaped motifs or decorated in the hues of the very poetic 'morning dew'. The beds are plump and comfortable and each room features a TV, iPod dock, coffee machine and minibar, as well as good wifi. The bathrooms are pristine with quality amenities.
The hotel has bicycles available for rent if you fancy exploring on two wheels, but the Jingu Marutabashi Train Station is also a 7-minute walk away if you don’t. Kyoto boasts 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and over 1,500 temples, so you'll want to explore… and then explore some more. Hot on our list is simply wandering the streets admiring the stunning temples before visiting the beautiful Mijo Castle or grand Imperial Palace, and enjoying the peace and quiet in Kyoto's scenic Botanical Garden. Then, watch a performance by a highly-skilled Geisha or meander through Nishiki Market to discover all manner of Kyoto specialties.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
The Screen can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Japan trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Japan trips featuring The Screen or get advice and suggestions from one of our Japan specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at The Screen start from around $250, or US$250, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Get a glimpse of age-old traditions in Japan's erstwhile capital, a city of 1,000 temples.
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