Aman Kyoto – A Forest Retreat Near the Heart of Kyoto

Just beyond the golden glow of Kinkaku-ji Temple lies a world apart. Sheltered within a 32-hectare forest, Aman Kyoto rests at the foot of the Hidari Daimonji mountain, where winding moss-lined paths connect minimalist pavilions with steaming onsen springs and centuries-old cedar groves. Though only moments from 17 UNESCO sites, the resort feels like a sacred retreat — quiet, poetic, and deeply rooted in place.

Pavilions Framed by Nature

Aman Kyoto’s Rooms and Pavilions are inspired by the understated elegance of the traditional Ryokan. Floor-to-ceiling windows and open-flow layouts invite the forest indoors, allowing seasonal light and shadow to shape each day. The Takagamine Suite features a tatami room and soft Japanese minimalism, while the Washigamine Pavilion rests high above the grounds, with panoramic views of the surrounding hills.

Every stay includes:

• Daily breakfast and afternoon local sweets with matcha
  
• In-room refreshments including Japanese sake and beer
  
• Evening aperitif with snacks and Champagne
  
• Guided walk through Aman’s private forest garden
  
• Unlimited access to the outdoor and indoor onsen hot springs

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A Spa Rooted in Earth and Element

The Aman Spa draws from Kyoto’s mineral-rich spring water and the apothecary of the land. Guests can indulge in treatments that blend traditional Japanese ingredients — from camellia oil and kuromame black beans to sake and local teas. Onsen bathing is at the heart of the experience, supported by forest bathing, open-air yoga, and meditation in serene garden nooks.

No gym, no pool — only nature, stillness, and purposeful care.

Culture in Every Moment

Aman Kyoto is more than a place to rest. It’s an invitation to rediscover Japanese artistry, ritual, and presence. Guests may:

• Meditate with a Zen monk in a heritage temple
  
• Design a miniature moss garden with the estate gardener
  
• Learn Ikebana, the mindful art of flower arrangement
  
• Visit Kyoto’s oldest geisha district with a private host
  
• Enjoy an omakase dinner at Taka-An, Aman’s signature dining experience

The Living Pavilion offers all-day Western and Japanese fare in a relaxed lounge setting with forest views. Local sweets, green tea, and aperitifs create moments of comfort between excursions into Kyoto’s spiritual heartland.

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Ready to retreat into the quiet rhythms of Kyoto’s sacred forest?
Contact mickey@viptablesgroup.com to secure your Aman Kyoto journey — and explore Aman experiences across Japan and beyond.