AMAN, Kyoto

The west-facing Kaede Rooms sit on the first floor, framed by mature maple trees and the resort’s ancient forest garden. At 60 sqm, the spaces draw on Japanese ryokan tradition, with a bedroom and living area in tatami flooring, natural wood finishes, and floor-to-ceiling windows.

A tokonoma alcove adds the authentic architectural detail. The bathroom features a Hinoki wood soaking bath and twin sinks. The accessible entry into Aman Kyoto for guests prioritizing the forest setting over suite-scale space.

The Takagamine Pavilion sits on raised ground above a six-metre hand-crafted stone wall, east-facing, the most intimate accommodation at the property at 165 sqm. The pavilion looks out over the entire forest garden toward the distant Hieizan mountain, with views across the maple and cedar canopy below.

Inside, the layout honors ryokan tradition: a living room, western dining room and kitchen, and a dedicated Japanese tatami room where futons can be arranged for guests wanting the full traditional experience. Tokonoma alcoves and natural wood finishes throughout.

The Washigamine Pavilion occupies the highest and most secluded position at the property, east-facing, 241 sqm, the largest accommodation at Aman Kyoto. The pavilion offers sweeping views across the forest garden toward the distant Hieizan mountain. A private trekking path leads directly into the surrounding forest, with several meditation gardens nearby for guests seeking complete stillness.

Inside, ryokan tradition again: a living room, western dining room and kitchen, a Japanese tatami room for futon arrangement, and two en-suite bedrooms with natural wood finishes, floor-to-ceiling windows, tatami flooring, and tokonoma alcoves throughout.