Are massages available?

Yes, traditional in-room Japanese shiatsu acupressure massages can be booked.

What famous guests have stayed here?

Historic guests include Charlie Chaplin, novelist Yasunari Kawabata, and members of the Japanese Imperial Family.

What signature treatment is featured?

The signature ritual is the Kyoto Green Tea Polish and Traditional In-Room Shiatsu Restorative Massage.

What are the ryokan service hours?

Guest service and nakai-san assistance are available daily from 6:00am to 11:00pm.

Ultra-LuxuryCity

Kyoto, Japan

28 rooms

Opened 1818

1818 Historic Sukiya-Zukuri Heritage

Kyoto, Japan

Spa & Wellness

Hiiragiya Ryokan Spa & Wellness

Name: Hiiragiya Ryokan
Address: Kyoto, Japan

Wellness at Hiiragiya Ryokan centers on the ancient Japanese art of the wooden bath. Every guest room features its own private soaking tub carved from aromatic koya-maki or hinoki cypress wood, supplemented by in-room shiatsu acupressure massage therapies.

6:00am – 11:00pm daily

Facilities

Private aromatic koya-maki and hinoki cedar soaking tubs in every room
Tranquil centuries-old private moss and stone rock gardens
In-room traditional shiatsu massage and acupressure treatments
Private library displaying historic guestbooks of famous literary masters

Signature Treatment

Kyoto Green Tea and Rice Bran Polish and Traditional In-Room Shiatsu Restorative Massage.

Hiiragiya Ryokan spa FAQ

Are massages available?: Yes, traditional in-room Japanese shiatsu acupressure massages can be booked.
What famous guests have stayed here?: Historic guests include Charlie Chaplin, novelist Yasunari Kawabata, and members of the Japanese Imperial Family.
What signature treatment is featured?: The signature ritual is the Kyoto Green Tea Polish and Traditional In-Room Shiatsu Restorative Massage.
What are the ryokan service hours?: Guest service and nakai-san assistance are available daily from 6:00am to 11:00pm.

Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026