Frequently Asked Questions
English answers are machine-translated from the property's Japanese information. Please confirm important details with the property directly.
Or browse the answers we’ve already prepared below.
These answers were written by AI from the property's official website. The property has not checked them. Collected on August 8, 2026. Prices and times may be out of date, so please confirm anything important with the property.
Access (1)
How do I get there from central Kyoto?
Take the Eizan Electric Railway from Demachiyanagi Station and get off at Kibuneguchi, from where you can use our free pick-up service. Demachiyanagi to Kibuneguchi takes about 30 minutes.
Access / Shuttle service (1)
Is there a pick-up service from Kibuneguchi Station?
We are about 2 km from Kibuneguchi Station on the Eizan Electric Railway, and a free pick-up service is available. Please contact us in advance to arrange it.
Group use (1)
What occasions and groups can you cater for?
We cater for a range of occasions, including tours, company social gatherings and recreation, meals with family or friends, anniversaries with someone close to you and corporate entertaining.
How to use (1)
Can I come just to stay, or just to eat?
Both are possible. Please check the official website or call for details.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
Is Kifune Shrine easy to reach?
The inn is in the Kibune area close to Kifune Shrine. The shrine, known for matchmaking, its Okumiya and Kuramadera are all easy to reach.
Basic information (1)
When was the inn founded?
It is a long-established ryotei inn founded in 1932. For many years it has kept alive the food culture of Kibune and the tradition of riverside kawadoko dining.
Seasons (1)
What is there to enjoy in winter?
The kawadoko platforms close in winter, but meals are served indoors. Kibune under snow has a magical atmosphere and makes for a quiet stay.
Meals (1)
What is the food like?
We serve seasonal Kyoto kaiseki. In summer this is the riverside kawadoko cuisine, and in other seasons Kyoto dishes made with seasonal ingredients.
Meals / Riverside dining decks (1)
When is the kawadoko riverside dining available?
Seasonal Kyoto kaiseki is served on the kawadoko platforms over the Kibune River during the summer season, from May to September.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
The inn has no car park of its own. We recommend coming to the Kibune area by public transport. Traffic restrictions are also in place in the Kibune area on some summer weekends.
Other (6)
Is there parking?
Parking is not available.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available. Please contact the property for details on where it can be used and any charges.
What time is check-out?
11:00.
What time is check-in?
15:00.
How do I get there?
About 2 km from Kibuneguchi Station on the Eizan Electric Railway. A free pick-up service is available (please enquire).
What is the address?
Kurama Kibune-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture