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SAKURA TERRACE THE GALLERY

39 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto
601-8002, Japan

Check-in 2:00 PM / Check-out 11:00 AM

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Access by Train & Airport

JR Kyoto Station

Tokaido Shinkansen
JR Kyoto/Biwako Line
Kintetsu Kyoto Line
Kyoto Municipal Subway

Kansai Airport

Osaka Airport

(Itami Airport)

Tokyo Station

Walk approx. 2 min

Train (Ltd. Exp. Haruka) approx. 80 min

Airport Limousine Bus approx. 55 min

Shinkansen (Nozomi) approx. 128 min

JR Kyoto Station
Hachijo Exit

Walk approx. 2 min

SAKURA TERRACE THE GALLERY
Diagram: Access by Train & Airport

Access

▪ 2-min walk from JR/Kintetsu Kyoto Station, Hachijo West Exit

▪ 80 min by train (Ltd. Exp. Haruka) from Kansai International Airport

▪ 55 min by limousine bus from Osaka International Airport (Itami)

▪ 128 min by Shinkansen (Nozomi) from Tokyo Station

※We do not have a parking lot on site, so we kindly ask that you use public transportation.

※If you are arriving by car, we can direct you to nearby pay parking lots.

Nearby Pay Parking Lots

A city perfect for day trips and exploring around Kyoto

Located just a 2-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station,
our hotel offers easy access not only to sightseeing in Kyoto but also to Osaka, Nara, Kobe, and other destinations across the Kansai region.
With convenient access to the Shinkansen, JR lines, subway, and buses,
it's an ideal base for sightseeing, business, and extended stays.

01

[Twin Cities] Osaka & Kobe Area

About 30 minutes to Osaka by JR Special Rapid train, then another 20 minutes from Osaka to Kobe. A relaxed day exploring two very different cities: Osaka, the lively "Nation's Kitchen," and Kobe, a sophisticated port town with an exotic, international flair.

Theme

City Energy Gourmet Food Retro Architecture Seaside Leisure
Osaka & Kobe Area

Key Spots

Osaka Castle

Massive stone walls built from giant boulders, crowned by an impressive main tower. The lush grounds are also great for a leisurely walk.

Umeda Sky Building (Floating Garden Observatory)

A futuristic structure offering a stunning 360-degree panoramic view.

Former Foreign Settlement

A historic district lined with beautiful Western-style architecture, stylish shops, and cafés.

Kobe Beef

One of Japan's "Three Great Wagyu Beef Brands," recognized worldwide as a top-tier delicacy.

02

[Castle of the White Heron & a Scenic Old Town] Himeji & Okayama Area

About 45 minutes to Himeji and 1 hour to Okayama by Shinkansen. This route takes you to Himeji Castle — nicknamed the "White Heron Castle" for its elegant white-plastered exterior — along with a scenic canal town lined with white-walled storehouses and one of Japan's three great gardens.

Theme

Architectural Beauty Borrowed Scenery Gardens
Himeji & Okayama Area

Key Spots

Himeji Castle (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Miraculously preserved through centuries of war and earthquakes, with original early Edo-period architecture and stonework still intact.

Okayama Korakuen Garden & Okayama Castle

Just 20 minutes from Himeji by Shinkansen. A beautiful contrast between the sprawling garden and the striking black "Crow Castle."

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

15 minutes further from Korakuen. A peaceful canal town lined with traditional white-walled storehouses.

03

[Echoes of an Ancient Capital] Nara Park & Nishinokyo Area

About 35–45 minutes by Kintetsu Limited Express or JR. This route takes you even further back in history than Kyoto, through a route surrounded by vast nature.

Theme

Timeless History Living in Harmony with Nature
Nara Park & Nishinokyo Area

Key Spots

Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha Hall)

One of the largest wooden structures in the world, awe-inspiring in scale.

Nara Park

Stroll among friendly deer on your way to the entrance of Kasuga Taisha Shrine's ancient primeval forest.

Yakushi-ji & Toshodai-ji Temples

Venture further to the Nishinokyo area to experience even quieter, more refined temple grounds.

04

[A Journey of Peace and Spirit] Hiroshima & Miyajima Area

About 1 hour 40 minutes by Shinkansen. This route visits two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is frequently named by international travelers as "the most moving place in Japan."

Theme

Prayers for Peace A Shrine Floating on the Sea
Hiroshima & Miyajima Area

Key Spots

Peace Memorial Park & Atomic Bomb Dome

A quiet space to reflect deeply on history and consider what peace truly means.

Miyajima (Itsukushima Shrine)

A memorable ferry crossing leads to the mystical sight of the great torii gate set against the mountains and sea.

05

[A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Dramatic Mountain Landscapes] Hida Takayama, Shirakawa-go & Ena Gorge

Located approximately 3–4 hours from Kyoto by limited express train, highway bus, or rental car, this route takes you through spectacular mountain scenery and traditional townscapes that seem untouched by time. It is an ideal journey for travelers looking to explore a quieter and more traditional side of Japan.

Theme

UNESCO World Heritage Traditional townscapes Dramatic landscapes Hida Takayama Shirakawa-go Ena Gorge
Hida Takayama, Shirakawa-go & Ena Gorge

Key Spots

Takayama

Stroll along Sanmachi Suji, a historic district that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period. Enjoy the traditional scenery along with Hida beef and locally brewed sake.

Shirakawa-go – UNESCO World Heritage Site

Surrounded by mountains, the village's traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses create a beautiful landscape that feels like stepping into a picture of old Japan.

Gifu Castle

Perched on the 329-meter summit of Mount Kinka, this historic mountain castle was once considered nearly impossible to capture. The castle tower offers spectacular 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape.

Ena Gorge

A scenic valley and reservoir formed by the construction of Oi Dam. Enjoy the dramatic landscape created by the contrast of clear water and rugged rock formations.

06

[The Elegance of the Kaga Domain] Kanazawa Area

About 2+ hours via the Hokuriku Shinkansen (opened in 2024, transfer at Tsuruga) or the Thunderbird Limited Express. A highlight of this trip is fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan, including seafood rice bowls and nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch).

Theme

Traditional Crafts Garden Beauty Fresh Seafood
Kanazawa Area

Key Spots

Kenrokuen Garden

One of Japan's three great gardens, stunning in every season.

Higashi Chaya District & Kazuemachi Chaya District

Charming streets lined with traditional wooden teahouses and gold-leaf craft shops.

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

A showcase of contemporary art in a beautiful glass-walled building — even the free public areas are well worth a visit.