In April this year, Six Senses Kyoto made its grand debut in the temple-surrounded Higashiyama district, drawing widespread attention. Renowned for its seamless integration of resort experiences with natural surroundings, Six Senses Kyoto distinguished itself from other five-star hotels by choosing not to locate on forested hills in the suburbs, but rather in the heart of Japan's urban landscape: a low-rise building along a bustling main road.
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以平安时代的优雅为主题
融入《源氏物语》为灵感
建筑和室内设计由
BLINK Design Group打造
The brand-new Six Senses Kyoto, meticulously crafted by Singapore's Blink Design Group, marks the debut of the hotel brand in Japan. It blends a multitude of inspirations to create a serene and secluded modern wellness resort in the historic Higashiyama district of the city. With a strong commitment to fun, naturalness, biophilia (or a deep connection with nature), and sustainability as its core philosophies, this well-ventilated new hotel boasts 2 restaurants, a café, a bar, a spa center, a tea room, as well as 81 guest rooms and suites. The accommodations range in size from 42 to 238 square meters, offering spacious and comfortable living spaces. Most rooms offer unique views of the internal courtyards and gardens.
The entire basement complex includes Four Treatment rooms, hot baths and sauna, indoor pool and a unique Watsu (Aquatic Bodywork) Pool, 24-Hour Fitness Area featuring the latest equipment, to a ‘Sensory Studio’ for flying yoga and meditation (such as with singing bowls) a Biohacking Area for smart recovery，a herbal tea lounge, and a Wellness Screening service where guests can have their health comprehensively analysed through cutting-edge technology and subsequently have specially-curated wellness programs crafted for their stay.
Blink Design’s inspired by Japanese folklore and time-honoured arts, Six Senses Kyoto brings the old-world charm and elegance of the Heian era into a modern escape full of playful touches, encounters with nature and a sweeping sense of serenity.Blink Design delved deeply into the heyday of the Heian Period, incorporating the literary masterpiece "The Tale of Genji" and ancient folklore into the hotel's design. This reflects the aesthetic concept of "Miyabi" (elegance) and the refined sentiments of that era, presenting local culture in an authentic manner.
Upon crossing the hotel’s temple-like wooden threshold, the mood shifts– with panels of intricately woven hikihaku foil reflecting shades of the sun, crafted by century-old Kyoto artisans Nishimura Shoten, alongside the naturally-hewn edges of a horse chestnut table. Natural light floods the main lobby space overlooking a large courtyard garden. Meanwhile, a long white ash front desk sees a scene-stealing wall depicting 504 raku tiles, crafted over two years by ceramic artisan Yoshimura Rakunyu.Six Senses Kyoto’s sophisticated nuances of stone and timber merge with the elegance of Japan’s Heian period, known as the most notable artistic era between the late 8th and 12th centuries. Stunning Heian period artworks featuring Japan’s iconic folklores are found throughout hotel, detailing The Moon Rabbit and the definitive 11th-century classic Tale of Genji.
细密箔片屏风 ©Six Senses
The reception room, facing a breathtaking Japanese green garden, is adorned with warm tones and exudes a signature fragrance unique to the Kyoto branch, instantly captivating the senses and becoming a highlight. Throughout the hotel, every sense is deliberately heightened, maintaining a balance with the sublimity of nature and art, as well as unique moments.The playful tone continues in the elevator, where organically shaped mirrors showcase animal etchings. Lining the upper corridors is a fox head crafted from recycled washi paper. Guests can illuminate the fox’s whiskers or eyes at the flick of a button to reflect their occupancy. Meanwhile, the hotel’s signature scent lingers in the air – a warm medley of Japanese woods with a touch of citrus crafted by Tomoko Saito Aromatique Studio.
Seasonality and local flavors have always been at the heart of Japanese cuisine traditions. Sekki, an all-day dining restaurant that serves as an extension of the Central Garden, embraces the concept of "Dining with Six Senses" and reinterprets the 24 solar terms in the traditional Japanese calendar through a modern lens. Meanwhile, the design inspiration of the Central Garden stems from budding trees, while the main dining room, private dining rooms, and open kitchen blend lush greenery with petrified textures, guiding guests on a journey through the life of trees.
全日餐厅 ©Six Senses
The acclaimed sushi restaurant from Osaka expands with a second location in Japan. Sushi Oga Higashiyama within Six Senses Kyoto offers a dining experience that respects tradition while surprising and delighting sushi connoisseurs. Come to enjoy top-notch seafood, stay for the signature red vinegar sushi rice.
吧台式寿司餐厅 ©Six Senses
This intimate cocktail bar shimmers with an air of mystery, beckoning curious souls past an unassuming wooden door where contemporary chic and antique charm awaits.
Behind the apothecary-inspired bar counter lies an extensive collection of Japanese spirits and liqueurs, ready for skilled bartenders to weave their magic into bespoke concoctions. Respectful sourcing fuels their craft, with homemade syrups, cordials, and even sodas crafted from seasonal delights and local artisanal ingredients. Stepping into the evocative lounge area is like stepping back in time, with nostalgic touches of yakisugi burnt cedar providing a captivating backdrop for intimate conversations and serious cocktail connoisseurship alike.
鸡尾酒廊 ©Six Senses
Every detail of the Six Senses Spa is infused with a meditative design philosophy, striving to elevate each functional space and play its part in facilitating a transformative journey towards well-being. The sensory-themed spa treatment rooms guide guests into a state of deep relaxation, focusing on single-sensory or multi-sensory experiences through soothing soundscapes, captivating visuals, and fragrant aromas.
水疗恢复休息室 ©Six Sense
Nearly half a floor has been transformed into a softly lit treatment room, featuring a hydrotherapy pool, gender-separated bathrooms equipped with saunas, steam rooms, and hot slate pools. There's also a tech-savvy "biohacking" lounge with massage chairs and light therapy masks for guests to quickly unwind.
护理套房 ©Six Senses
The Sense of Sound treatment room features Furin, Japanese wind chimes, suspended from the ceiling. Dating back to the Heian period, the handcrafted knitted metal lanterns continue the resort’s heritage concept.Water sounds, ikebana flower arrangements and Zen-inspired rocks complement expanses of natural materials and soft biophilic curves, while each of the treatment rooms is inspired by the five senses and complete with wind chimes, rock gardens, incense and moss walls.
日式风铃 ©Six Senses
The Wellness & Spa floor also includes a small boutique with skincare, re-made Japanese textile garments and local crafts alongside an impressive Alchemy Bar comprised of over 30+ herbs and natural materials. Guests can purchase participation in the Alchemy Bar workshop to blend ingredients to create their own exfoliating scrubs, soaps or bath salts to use during their stay or take home.
炼金术吧 ©Six Senses
The Six Senses pool, a tranquil space. The feature wall depicts mystical clouds in the world of Genji inspired by traditional artworks.
六善室内泳池 ©Six Senses
SPACEFORM Design is located on the bank of the Yangtze River in Wuhan, adjacent to the Yellow Crane Tower. Walking on the street, you can catch a glimpse of it. In the sparse greenery, it looks like a mysterious and exquisite white box, quietly embedded in the corner of the Wuchang River Beach Observation Deck.
地球实验室 ©Six Senses
Six Senses Kyoto boasts 81 guestrooms and suites, ranging in size from 42 to 238 square meters. The interior decor combines clean lines with earthy natural tones, creating a serene and welcoming ambiance through its harmonious design. This reflects authentic Japanese traditions and decorative styles.
On the way to the room, guests are greeted along the way by whimsical occupancy signs inspired by the art and craft of traditional Kitsune fox masks made from recycled washi paper.
Once inside the bedroom, a headboard wall of rotating panels frames the bed. With a traditional Asanoha pattern on one side and a rich Japanese red lacquer on the other, guests are encouraged to interact with the space and create their own designs.The bathroom's decor is deeply inspired by rich Japanese aesthetics, featuring bamboo glass shower screens adorned with Shoki motifs, wall tiles that echo the lines of the Oke bathtub, and a Kōdō incense burner that gently emits a calming aroma. Natural wooden walls and ceilings, combined with a shoji screen wall that cleverly divides the space, jointly create an atmosphere that is simple yet elegant, non-luxurious yet full of charm.
床头墙的可旋转面板 ©Six Senses
高级大床房 ©Six Senses
豪华大床房 ©Six Senses
豪华双床房 ©Six Senses
豪华花园景观房 ©Six Senses
豪华花园双床房 ©Six Senses
豪华双床房 ©Six Senses
豪华花园小套房 ©Six Senses
豪华花园套房 ©Six Senses
至尊花园套房 ©Six Senses
至尊花园双床套房 ©Six Senses
In this journey through time in Kyoto, Six Senses Kyoto showcases a perfect blend of unique Japanese aesthetics with modern luxury, exuding respect for traditional culture and innovative interpretation, offering guests an unforgettable stay experience.
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