Banyan Group, an unbiased world hospitality firm with function, proudly proclaims the opening of Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto in the third quarter of 2024, which marks the debut of the Banyan Tree model in Japan. Located in the historic Higashiyama Ward of Kyoto City, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto will function 52 guestrooms, the signature Banyan Tree Spa and two distinctive eating experiences.
Location and Heritage
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto stands on the previous web site of the esteemed Hotel Ryozen, nestled in Kyoto’s famend Higashiyama district, dwelling to sights comparable to Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Kodai-ji Temple. The web site boasts the uncommon Higashiyama Onsen scorching spring, making it a cherished retreat for a lot of. Redeveloping this property aligns with Banyan Tree Group’s dedication to preserving cultural heritage and sustainability for future generations.
The Only Hotel with a Noh Stage in Kyoto
The sacred Ryozen space inside Higashiyama mountain has lengthy served as a boundary between the city and the mountains of Kyoto, with Otani Sobyo Mausoleum to the north and the realm referred to as Toribeno to the south. This space symbolises the transition between the world and the afterlife. Nohgaku, a standard Japanese performing artwork that includes supernatural themes comparable to ghosts and gods, has been carried out constantly for round 650 years for the reason that Muromachi interval and was designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2008. The Noh stage, comprising the “main stage” and “Kagami no Ma,” represents two worlds, with the “Hashigakari” appearing as a bridge between them.
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto has constructed a novel Noh stage on its premises to replicate this boundary nature. Designed by famend architect Kengo Kuma, that is the one Noh stage in a Kyoto resort. The design of the rafters creates a Noh stage that embodies each presence and ephemerality, mixing seamlessly with the pure environment of Higashiyama. The elegant stage serves as a venue for conventional Nohgaku, up to date artwork performances, and musical occasions, providing visitors an unforgettable cultural expertise.
Sanctuary for the Senses
Designed by Yukio Hashimoto, the resort’s 52 guestrooms draw inspiration from the idea of “yūgen” (mysterious, quiet magnificence) and the well-known phrase “Hisureba Hana” from the Noh concept bible “Fushikaden.” This phrase, which interprets to “hidden beauty revealed,” captures the shock and pleasure visitors will really feel upon getting into their rooms, as they’re moved by parts that surpass their creativeness. Each room options conventional Japanese supplies, together with giant cypress wooden bathtubs, tatami mats, pure wooden parts, and gold leaf accents, participating all 5 senses and offering a serene sanctuary.
Commitment to Sustainability
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto harmonises with its pure environment via three distinctive gardens and a bamboo grove, providing a novel panorama expertise. The resort’s sustainable practices embody preserving and reinforcing the historic stone partitions from Hotel Ryozen, cultivating moss for the stone partitions throughout building, and sustaining present symbolic bushes and the bamboo grove.
The award-winning Banyan Tree Spa will even be crafting a novel Kyoto-specific therapies that guarantees visitors distinctive methods to unwind and discover. Additionally, visitors can sit up for two distinctive eating experiences that spotlight the wealthy culinary heritage of Kyoto. Special ‘Opening Offer’ is on the market for keep ranging from 26 July 2024..
