HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO: A Luxury Hotel Where You Can Feel the History of the Mitsui Family | TRAVEL
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A New Flagship Hotel from the Mitsui Fudosan Group
A new luxury hotel, "HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO," is set to open near Nijo Castle in Kyoto. On this site, where remnants of the Mitsui family's residence still remain, the hotel will offer traditional Japanese culture, architecture, crafts, cuisine, and experiences. The opening date is November 3, 2020 (Tuesday).
Text by WASEDA Kosaku (OPENERS)
Brand Concept: "EMBRACING JAPAN’S BEAUTY"
For over 250 years, the residence of the head family of the Mitsui (Hokke) stood opposite Nijo Castle in Kyoto.
The new luxury hotel, "HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO," opening on this site, incorporates numerous historical remnants, including the Kajii-miya Gate, passed down from that era. Guests will be welcomed with the unique design and hospitality of HOTEL THE MITSUI.
The people of Japan have cultivated a unique aesthetic sensibility, finding supreme beauty in nature's seasonal changes and sharing the emotions evoked by this beauty with others.
This sentiment, which resonates with traditional Japanese aesthetics, is expressed through the brand concept: "EMBRACING JAPAN’S BEAUTY."
Under this concept, the hotel cherishes Japan's unique beauty found in its traditional culture, architecture, crafts, and cuisine, while offering exceptional relaxation through meticulous attention and seamless service.
The hotel features a total of 161 rooms, including 22 suites. Each room boasts a spacious design with an average area exceeding 50 square meters.
Onsen Suite
Nijo Room
The interior design was handled by Andre Fu. Guests can experience a Japanese-modern aesthetic, embodying a design philosophy of modernity, comfort, and serene luxury.
Notably, the "Onsen Suite" offers an open-air bath with its own natural hot spring, creating a special sanctuary complete with custom landscaping, stone lanterns, and stonework.
Tadahiro Takagi, who previously served as Executive Sous Chef at Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, has been appointed as the hotel's Executive Chef.
TOKI
FORNI
THE GARDEN BAR
The culinary offerings are equally impressive, featuring the signature teppanyaki restaurant "TOKI," led by Tetsuya Asano, who was the first Japanese to serve as Vice President of Main Dining at Ritz Paris; the all-day dining "FORNI" offering Italian cuisine with views of the Japanese garden; and the bar & lounge "THE GARDEN BAR."
Shiki no Ma
The "Shiki no Ma," a modern reconstruction in cypress of a part of the former Mitsui family residence, serves as a special space that can be used for tea ceremonies, private gatherings, or as private dining rooms for the two restaurants.
The spa area, "Thermal Spring Spa," utilizes natural hot spring water sourced from the property. With the concept of "Embracing Tranquility," the space, themed around time, sound, light, scent, and water, offers healing and relaxation enveloped in serenity and water.
Private hot spring baths are also available. The approximately 100-square-meter private space includes a living area and a tsubo-niwa (small Japanese garden) designed specifically for this space, offering a supreme hot spring experience.
Thermal Spring
Private Onsen
Spa Treatment
The "Spa Treatments" offer original hotel treatment menus, allowing guests to enjoy a rich "spa journey" alongside the thermal springs and private onsen.
Furthermore, the hotel offers sophisticated experiential menus that can only be enjoyed at this location.
These include tea ceremonies at the Important Cultural Property, the former Mitsui family's Shimogamo villa, art tours of HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, and wellness breathing exercises on refreshing mornings, providing a lineup for healing mind and body.
General Manager Manabu Kusui commented, "At HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, under the brand concept 'EMBRACING JAPAN’S BEAUTY,' we respect the memories of the time of the Mitsui family's head residence (Hokke) which stood here for over 250 years, as well as the traditions and culture of Kyoto that have been built up over time. We welcome all our guests with spaces and services that they can truly enjoy. We promise to offer not only accommodation but also memorable experiences that will last a lifetime, through dining at our restaurants and the healing and relaxation provided by our spa area with its natural hot springs."
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Opening Date | November 3, 2020 Location | 284 Nijo Aburanokoji-cho, Nijo-sagaru, Aburanokoji-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City Number of Rooms | 161 (including 22 suites) Room Size | 43-213㎡ Restaurant Seating Capacity | TOKI (Gastronomy Teppanyaki) 44 seats FORNI (Italian Cuisine) 105 seats (including 18 terrace seats) THE GARDEN BAR 44 seats (including 6 terrace seats) Shiki no Ma 16 seats Spa Facilities | Thermal Spring (Natural hot spring pool requiring swimwear) Private Onsen (Semi-private) 2 rooms Spa Treatment Rooms (Semi-private) 4 rooms (1 person capacity: 3 rooms, 2 person capacity: 1 room) Other Facilities | Fitness Gym, etc. Accommodation Reservations | 075-468-3155 (Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, excluding Sundays and public holidays)
