Notice : Grand Opening: Wednesday, May 20. Reservations are now open for stays up to 180 days ahead.
MUJI BASE KYOTO kiyomizu stands at the entrance to the historic approach to Kiyomizu-dera. Experience Kyoto’s simple yet fulfilling everyday life through tea, crafts, and well-used objects.
Renovating a hotel rooted in the local community for over 40 years
While preserving its iconic exterior, the building has been reborn as an 18-room hotel expressing the MUJI aesthetic.
A place to reconsider the beauty of the ordinary
By engaging with Kyoto’s lifestyle refined over generations, we offer time to reflect on one’s own way of living.
Guest Rooms
Centered on MUJI products and furniture, the space incorporates works by artists based in Kyoto as well as creators active in the surrounding areas of Kyoto.
Within this simple space, calm and gentle touches have been carefully applied, creating an atmosphere where guests can relax and spend time comfortably at ease.
Double Room
A simple room with one queen-size bed, suitable for two guests.
Queen bed × 1
Up to 2 guests
18.3㎡
Twin Room
A functional room with bunk-style single beds and a daybed, accommodating up to three guests.
Single beds × 2 (+ daybed)
Up to 3 guests
24.5㎡
Twin Room with Bathtub
A spacious room with a bathtub and desk, suitable for up to three guests.
Single beds × 2 (+ daybed)
Up to 3 guests
29–31㎡
Family Room
The largest room, with four double beds, ideal for families or groups.
Double beds × 4
Up to 4 guests
53.3㎡
Interior Design
Inspired by Kyoto’s seasonal culture and the beauty of everyday tools, the space features traditional Kyoto crafts throughout, adding subtle touches of local character.
“Kyoto’s Ordinary”
Discovering Everyday Beauty
9 Local Experiences
“Kyoto’s ordinary” is the aesthetic of everyday life shaped by people who have gradually incorporated culture into their own way of living. We introduce this inherited sense of beauty through nine local experiences.
Early Morning Visit to Kiyomizu Kiyomizu-dera Temple
A guest-only guided tour. Experience a quiet morning in Kiyomizu through the eyes of locals.
Morning Public Bath Sauna no Umeyu
An early bath is something special. Bathed in light from the skylight, you can quietly restore both body and mind.
Local Supermarket Happy Rokuhara
Like people once visiting open-air markets, choose everyday goods at a local supermarket where everything can be found.
Kintsugi Ceramics TOMI KINTSUGI STUDIO
Repair broken pottery by hand, finish it with gold leaf, and take your piece home as your own creation. Reserve
Freshly Made Tofu Chiyo Tofu Ten
Pure water makes good tofu. Enjoy handmade soft tofu and fresh yuba at a neighborhood specialty shop.
Purifying Water Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple
At a temple surrounded by narrow lanes, experience water-related purification, including the coin-washing Benzaiten for good fortune.
Thoughtful Gifts Tsunokichi
Find gentle “rice companions,” preserved foods, and seasonings—gifts you want loved ones to enjoy.
A Bite of Sweetness Haku
Great indulgence in a small sweet. Taste a quiet moment of joy in delicately made and wrapped confections.
Casual Tea Time Ikehan-bunshitsu
Using well water from the grounds, enjoy teapot-brewed tea in a relaxed way, less formal than the tea ceremony.
Hotel Programs & Services
We offer original programs to help guests enjoy local culture and neighborhood walks.
Ogawa Coffee Breakfast
Guests can enjoy a guest-exclusive original breakfast at Ogawa Coffee Kiyomizu.
Walking Preparation Basket
Maps and tools for exploring the area are provided in each room.
Tea Time
Tea is served to guests in the evening lounge.
Amenities & Facilities
MUJI amenities and shared facilities support a comfortable stay.
MUJI Shop
In the first-floor lobby, guests can purchase amenity items, travel goods, snacks, and more.
MUJI Amenities
Snacks, coffee, fragrances, and bath amenities are provided in the room.
Utility Room
Shared facilities include a water dispenser, washing machine, clothes dryer, ice machine, and microwave.
Life in Kyoto Kiyomizu
To the east lies Kiyomizu-dera and its approach; to the west, narrow lanes and local shops form a residential area.
A Town Nurtured by Pure Water
A town shaped by pure water since the founding of Kiyomizu-dera in the 8th century.
When the Town’s True Face Appears
In the early morning and evening, the area returns to a quiet place of daily life.
A Different World Beyond Each Turn
Historic narrow lanes reveal changing scenes around every corner.
Nearby MUJI Stores
MUJI stores you can visit before or after your stay at MUJI BASE KYOTO kiyomizu.
MUJI Kyoto Yamashina
MUJI’s large-format store located about a 15-minute drive from MUJI BASE. In addition to MUJI’s standard product lineup, it offers a wide range of food items, including fresh vegetables, meat, fish, prepared foods, and groceries. Enjoy Kyoto’s rich ingredients and food culture.
MUJI Kyoto BAL
Urban store in central Kawaramachi, offering a wide range of apparel, household goods, and food, along with Found MUJI, MUJI Labo, and an embroidery service. Cafe&Meal MUJI is also located in the same building.
MUJI Aeon Mall KYOTO
Just a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this store offers a broad selection of products, including furniture and Kyoto-exclusive items, making it ideal for shopping during your travels.
MUJI Kyoto Porta
A compact store directly connected to Kyoto Station, featuring travel essentials, clothing, and everyday necessities—perfect for quick and convenient shopping.
MUJI Coop Nijo Station
Located next to Nijo Station, this community-focused store offers daily essentials, clothing, and a coffee & ice cream stand, providing a comfortable place to shop and relax.
Ogawa Coffee Kiyomizu
Enjoy coffee from Ogawa Coffee, a long-established Kyoto coffee roaster, on the first floor.
Relax at a Café That Shaped Coffee Culture
A café that has supported Kyoto’s coffee culture for over 70 years. Savor the richness of an everyday cup before check-in or in the morning. A guest-only original breakfast is served in the morning.
Photo Gallery
Experience peaceful mornings and evenings, abundant water, and the beauty of everyday life in the Kiyomizu area.
A MUJI atmosphere infused with the culture and everyday spirit of Kyoto.
Enjoy MUJI bath amenities, tableware, and fragrances throughout your stay.
Enjoy breakfast by Ogawa Coffee, complimentary tea, and a selection of food items available at the shop.
Information
| Room Rates | Rates vary by season. Please check the reservation page. |
| Children Sharing a Bed | Children up to age 6 may share a bed within room capacity. |
| Total Floor Area | Double Room: approx. 18.1–18.8 m² Twin Room: approx. 25.6 m² Twin Room with Bathtub: approx. 29.8–30.9 m² Family Room: approx. 53 m² |
| Maximum Occupancy | 2–4 guests depending on room type |
| Smoking / Non-smoking | Non-smoking |
| Check-in | 15:00–24:00 About Online Check-in At our property, you can complete your check-in in advance using our self check-in system. Please refer to the page below for detailed instructions: https://www.hotelsmart.jp/checkin-guide-en/ |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Check-in Method | Please use the self check-in terminal at the front counter. |
| In-room amenities & facilities | Water bottles, refrigerator, air purifier, electric kettle, microwave (in some rooms), aroma diffuser, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hand soap, lotion, emulsion, facial cleanser, cleansing products, bath amenities, hair dryer, pajamas, makeup mirror, clothes brush, shoehorn, hangers, deodorizing spray, tableware, tea set, safe, in-room slippers, food amenities |
| Amenities & rental items (some available at the front desk) | Toothbrush set (adults), hairbrush, cotton swabs, cotton pads, razor, shaving cream, thermometer, chargers (USB-C and Lightning), sewing kit, adhesive bandages, nail clippers, bottle opener, wine opener, umbrella |
| Shared Facilities | A water dispenser, washing machine, clothes dryer, ice machine, and microwave are available in the utility room. |
| Lounge | Available from 9:00 PM to midnight. (Last order for tea: 11:30 PM) |
| Restaurant (Breakfast) | Available at Ogawa Coffee (additional charge, payment on site) |
| Food Amenities | A selection of recommended MUJI products is available. |
| Internet Access | Free Wi-Fi available in all guest rooms and shared areas. |
| Parking | None |
| Shuttle Service | None |
| Luggage Delivery | Not available |
| Pet Policy | Pets are not permitted. |
| Additional Charges | Participation in the original tour: +¥1,500 |
| Accommodation Terms | View Details |
Access
| Facility Name | MUJI BASE KYOTO kiyomizu |
| Location | 4-171 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-City, Kyoto Prefecture View on MAP |
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