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Kyoto's Marufukuro occupies the former headquarters of Nintendo's playing card division, a 1930s building transformed by the great modernist architect Tadao Ando with his characteristic honesty of materials: concrete, wood, and water. Just eight rooms, all different, with a central reflecting pool and extraordinary garden. One of the most architecturally significant and quietly beautiful small hotels in Japan.
Kyoto's Marufukuro occupies the former headquarters of Nintendo's playing card division, a 1930s building transformed by the great modernist architect Tadao Ando with his characteristic honesty of materials: concrete, wood, and water. Just eight rooms, all different, with a central reflecting pool and extraordinary garden. One of the most architecturally significant and quietly beautiful small hotels in Japan.
a long weekend, a week
The former Nintendo playing card headquarters, transformed by Tadao Ando.
wellness junkies, culture vultures, slow travel
8:04 AM
A typical Kyoto breakfast is a must-try – sit at the counter and sip and slurp the multi-course menu.
9:11 AM
It’s best to visit Fushimi Inari Sanctuary before the crowds form, and it’s only a short taxi ride from the hotel. The gates straddle a network of trails which lead into the forest so it’s worth leaving an hour or two to wander.
12:28 PM
Nishiki market is the perfect place for a lunch of traditional Kobe beef skewers. We also love spotting the kitschy replica food displays.
3:17 PM
Stop at 2050 for one of the best coffees in the city. The minimalist self-service spot is wildly futuristic – curved and illuminated counters, matte grey walls, sleek silver taps – and very cool.
5:00 PM
Book a traditional Japanese massage at the front desk and then enjoy some downtime. It’s always important to plan some rest on a busy city break.
8:00 PM
Our favourite restaurant in Kyoto is Sukiyaki Ramen – it’s simple but the Kobe beef ramen is worth the trip. And the mess.
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Pretty William Morris wallpaper.
2pers.
35m2
The minimalist, chic design.
2pers.
34m2
That balcony overlooking Higashiyama.
2pers.
44m2
The statement fireplace.
2pers.
33m2
Enormous floor-to-ceiling windows.
3pers.
40m2
It’s on the top floor with great views.
3pers.
48m2
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342 Kagiyacho, Kamogawa Nishiiri, Shomen-dori, Shimogyo-ku, 600-8126 Kyoto, Japan
4:00 PM / 11:00 AM
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There's a museum-like care when it comes to the preservation of original objects and vintage memorabilia throughout the hotel.
Japanese architect Tadao Ando oversaw the heritage building’s refurbishment with care and thoughtfulness.