We had emailed the owner 3 months before our stay. In the last email, he said "Salon Haraguchi Tenseian has vacancy [dates], so we can accept your reservation" and "Please check the price in cash at check in time or 1st or 2nd night." We therefore thought we had a reservation at Salon Haraguchi. Stupidity, I did not confirm this... More

We had the whole house to ourselves which added to the experience in immersing ourselves in the japanese way of living. The house is huge with lots of hidden rooms and was wonderfully cool in the hot temperature. Mr Haraguchi was wonderful and took several hours out of his day to drive us to the difficult areas in Kyoto, we... More

Since my sister and I were visiting Japan for the very first time, a stay in a ryokan/guesthouse was a must on our to-do list. After reading the wonderful reviews on Tripadvisor and receiving friendly and prompt responses by Haraguchi-san to my questions, staying here was a no brainer. Haraguchi-san is a very gracious host and drove us around for... More

We stayed at Salon Haraguchi over easter week this year which was during the cherry blossom festival. This ryokan is in a fabulous location at the edge of Maruyama park - you just walk down hill through the park to Yasaka Shrine and then you are on at the eastern end of Shijo Street in the Gion district. We timed... More

We now have a love affair with Kyoto!!!! A huge part of our amazing holiday there is definitely due to Mr Haraguchi and his fabulous house in Gion. There is something really magical about this house and Mr Haraguchi is so welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable.We ate at the restaurants that he recommended most nights and without fail they were amazing.... More

I'm no good with words but I think it's worth to share our best stay experience in Kyoto for other travellers. We (a group of 4) stayed at the Tenseian at the beginning of april 2013 and we don't regret it a bit. We had the whole house for us (the policy of Mr. Haraguchi) and it couldn't have been... More

My family (my husband and i, kids aged 7 and 3) booked tenseian after searching tripadvisor, for our first trip to Kyoto. We didn't know exactly what to expect, even after reading the reviews. What we saw was enchanting. The home is 100 years old and is at the edge of a lovely park filled with cherry blossoms at this... More

One wonders how Mr Haraguchi-san can possibly be such a fantastic host. Genuine caring attitude. We do not forget him right away. Read the previous reviews, all true. One has the entire house at disposal. This is an independent house (not attached to other buildings). All equipment working very well. Tatami rooms. Located right by Gion district. Located in Maruyama... More

Mr Haraguchi is the real deal! The place is set atop the hill overlooking the city. It's right in the middle of the Gion temple complex and an easy walk to the old school district. Great service with local restaurant hints and Geisha spotting tips. Highly recommended, we'll be staying again!!