Your First Visit to Hotel Okura Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto is a full-service hotel with a direct underground connection from Exit 3 of Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Tozai subway line. Located in the Kawaramachi-Oike area of central Kyoto, close to the Kamogawa and Takase rivers, it hosts a wide range of business events—from international academic conferences and corporate general assemblies to large-scale receptions. Its flagship grand banquet hall, Gyouun, accommodates up to 1,500 guests in theater-style seating, making it one of Kyoto’s largest hotel event venues. The ability to stay on-site and attend events without any commute is one of the main reasons attendees from across Japan and overseas choose this hotel. The hotel was known as “Kyoto Hotel Okura” until around 2019.
This guide covers practical information including how to get to Hotel Okura Kyoto, where to stay, dining options nearby, and tips for your visit.
Access to Hotel Okura Kyoto
The hotel’s direct link to Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station makes it easy to reach from within the Kansai region and from Tokyo via the Shinkansen.
From Narita Airport
- Narita Express + Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi: Narita Airport → (NEX, approx. 60 min) → Tokyo Station → (Nozomi, approx. 2 hr 15 min) → Kyoto Station → (Tozai Line) → Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station (direct underground). Total approx. 3 hr 35 min. Approx. ¥17,000–18,000.
- Keisei Skyliner + Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi: Narita Airport → (Skyliner, approx. 36 min) → Nippori Station → (JR Yamanote Line, approx. 15 min) → Tokyo Station → (Nozomi, approx. 2 hr 15 min) → Kyoto Station. Total approx. 3 hr 20 min. Approx. ¥17,000.
From Haneda Airport
- Keikyu Line + Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi: Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station → (Keikyu, approx. 25 min) → Shinagawa Station → (Nozomi, approx. 2 hr 10 min) → Kyoto Station → (Tozai Line) → Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station (direct underground). Total approx. 2 hr 35 min. Approx. ¥14,500.
- Tokyo Monorail + Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi: Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station → (Monorail, approx. 23 min) → Hamamatsucho Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Tokyo Station → (Nozomi, approx. 2 hr 15 min) → Kyoto Station. Total approx. 2 hr 48 min. Approx. ¥15,000.
From Nearby Stations
- Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station (Tozai Line): Exit 3, direct underground connection to B2F (0 min)
- Sanjo-Keihan Station (Tozai Line / Keihan Main Line): Approx. 10 min on foot
- Kyoto Station (JR / Kintetsu / Karasuma Subway Line): Approx. 15 min by taxi
Venue Information
- Name: Hotel Okura Kyoto
- Address: Ichifunairichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-8558
- Nearest Station: Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line, Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station (Exit 3), direct underground connection to B2F
- Official Website: https://www.hotel.kyoto/okura/
- Inquiries: Please refer to the official website for the latest information
Event Venues at Hotel Okura Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto offers a range of banquet halls and private rooms, from large-scale plenary sessions to intimate executive meetings.
Gyouun (暁雲)
One of Kyoto’s largest grand banquet halls.
| Detail | Spec |
|---|---|
| Area | 1,227 m² |
| Ceiling Height | 6 m |
| Seated | 800 |
| Standing | 1,000 |
| Theater | 1,500 |
Suiun (翠雲)
A mid-to-large banquet hall, second in scale to Gyouun.
| Detail | Spec |
|---|---|
| Area | 659 m² |
| Ceiling Height | 3.65 m |
| Seated | 430 |
| Standing | 550 |
| Theater | 820 |
Kongou (金剛)
A mid-size banquet hall. For capacity and layout details, please refer to the official website.
Koubu (光舞)
A mid-size banquet hall. For capacity and layout details, please refer to the official website.
Kyokusui (曲水)
A mid-size banquet hall. For capacity and layout details, please refer to the official website.
Sky Banquet Apollon (スカイバンケット アポロン)
A sky banquet venue with panoramic views. For capacity and layout details, please refer to the official website.
VIP Room Edinburgh (貴賓室 エディンバラ)
A VIP suite available for high-level meetings and receptions. For details, please refer to the official website.
Recommended Hotels Near Hotel Okura Kyoto
Staying at Hotel Okura Kyoto itself is the most convenient option for event attendees—no commute, easy check-in, and straightforward luggage management. Early booking is strongly recommended. If the hotel is fully booked, the following international-brand properties are within easy walking distance.
Hilton Kyoto
Approximately a 3-minute walk from Hotel Okura Kyoto. An international-brand hotel with a spa, conveniently situated in the Oike area.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
A luxury hotel on the banks of the Kamogawa River at Nijo Bridge, approximately a 4-minute walk from Hotel Okura Kyoto.
Recommended Restaurants Near Hotel Okura Kyoto
The Kawaramachi-Oike area offers a range of dining options, from formal kaiseki dinners for client entertainment to casual meals.
Fine Japanese Dining
KYOKABUTOYA IKEDA
A reservation-only Kyoto cuisine and kaiseki restaurant, ideal for formal client dinners. Located within walking distance of the hotel. Please confirm reservations via the official website.
Casual Japanese
Matsucho
A casual, affordable Japanese dining spot. Suitable for informal dinners or after-event gatherings.
Western (French)
Chez Moi
A French restaurant well-suited for client entertainment or special dinners. For the latest menu and reservations, please check the official website.
Asian
Dios Malatang Kyoto
A casual restaurant specializing in authentic Chinese-style malatang, located on the 3rd floor of Forum Kiyamachi-Sanjo Building.
Café
Oike Café × HACHINOBO
A café along Oike-dori available for breakfast and lunch, convenient before or after events.
Bar
Mixology Salon Kyoto
A craft cocktail bar ideal for a premium drink after your event.
Tips Before You Visit
Rain-Proof Underground Access
Exit 3 of Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station connects directly underground to the hotel’s B2F, so no umbrella is needed even on rainy days. This is particularly helpful during Kyoto’s rainy season and afternoon showers.
Traffic Restrictions During Gion Matsuri
In July, the Yamahoko Junko parade during Gion Matsuri triggers large-scale road closures around Oike-dori and Karasuma-dori. Taxis will face significant detours during this period. Plan on using the Tozai Line subway whenever possible.
Advance Dining Reservations in Riverside Season
From May to September, restaurants along the Kamogawa River fill up quickly due to the popular riverside dining season (kawayuka). Book restaurant reservations well in advance once your event attendance is confirmed.
Evening Walks Along the Kamogawa and Takase River
The Kamogawa riverbank is approximately a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and the Takase River and Kiyamachi area are also within easy walking distance—ideal spots for a relaxing stroll after your event.
Convenience Stores and ATMs
Several convenience stores are located along Oike-dori and Kiyamachi-dori. If you need cash, prepare it in advance as some smaller local establishments may not accept credit cards.
Getting from Kyoto Station
From Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Subway Line to Karasuma-Oike, then transfer to the Tozai Line to Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station (total approx. 10 min). Taxis take about 15 minutes but queues can be long during busy periods, so the subway is the more reliable option.