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Genji Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Genji Kyoto opened in April 2022 with nineteen rooms across four old machiya plots by the Kamo, and every room takes its name from The Tale of Genji. The architect Geoffrey P. Moussas has lived in Kyoto since 1994. Nine rooms have riverside balconies, and a rooftop Sky Forest Garden is planted with species from the novel. The hotel is a member of Design Hotels.
- 19 rooms
- Opened 2022
- Neighborhood: Gojo-Kawaramachi
- Rooms from 291 sq ft (27 m²)
- Architect: Geoffrey P. Moussas
About Genji Kyoto
- Genji Kyoto opened in April 2022 with 19 rooms on four machiya footprints beside the Kamo River in Shimogyo.
- Architect Geoffrey P. Moussas, who has lived in Kyoto since 1994, designed the rooms, which take names from The Tale of Genji.
- Nine river balconies and a rooftop Sky Forest Garden planted with species from the novel complete the house.
- Entry-level rooms start at 291 sq ft (27 m²).
History
Genji Kyoto: 19-room Design Hotels house on four machiya plots at Gojo-Kawaramachi, opened April 2022, Geoffrey P. Moussas.
The setting
Genji Kyoto stands at 362-3 Hashidonocho, Shimogyo-ku, on the Kamo River at Gojo-Kawaramachi.
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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