16 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels & Ryokan in Kansai

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Many people are so busy that they can't find time to spend with their dog. So why not take the plunge and take your dog with you on a trip? Even dogs who tend to stay at home will definitely be able to relieve stress by going out with their owners. Forget about time and enjoy your time with your dog!

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If you want to completely refresh yourself, try stretching your legs a little and putting yourself in a different environment than usual. This time we will introduce ``pet-friendly hotels and ryokan'' located in the four Kansai prefectures of Kyoto, Hyogo, Shiga, and Wakayama. Since everything is close to tourist spots, not only the dogs but also the owners are very satisfied. You're sure to find an inn that you'll want to stay at!

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Umi no Hotel Shimahana is located along the east coast of Awaji Island, approximately 45 minutes by car from Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. The top floor of the hotel is a spa floor where you can enjoy the famous onsen". You can relax while looking out at the sea below in the large observation bath, or enjoy a private onsen and rock bath in the private Jacuzzi open-air bath. You can also go on a tour of hot springs at group hotels.

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You can choose from six types of "Dog Friendly Rooms" where you can stay with your dog. If your dog doesn't like tile floors, choose a carpet floor. If your dog doesn't want to be separated from his owner even for a moment, you can rest assured by choosing a villa with an onsen bath♪

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The "Dog Friendly Room" is equipped with all the essential amenities for staying with your dog, such as a cage, food bowl, snacks, and toilet seat. Even if your dog gets dirty from playing hard at the on-site dog run, you can still get his coat groomed in the grooming room. Even if you're usually busy and don't have time, let's pamper your dog to the fullest on this day.

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There are three dining options within the hotel. ``Usami'' where you can enjoy seasonal course meals, ``Shimaho'' where you can enjoy the bounty of Awaji Island on a charcoal grill, and ``Haibana'', a casual cafe. Additionally, room service dinners are available in dog-friendly rooms. Even lonely dogs will feel at ease if you can stay with them while they meal.

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Shiga Dantoukan Kikunoya is located on the shore of Lake Biwa in Otsu City. This is onsen ryokan where you can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan, and "ogoto onsen". Such "Dantokan Kikunoya" is an inn where you are welcome to bring your pets; there are guest rooms for dogs up to 8 kg, so you can relax without being separated from your dog.

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You can choose from two types of pet-friendly rooms: Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western rooms. In addition to the spacious floor plan, we have eliminated steps as much as possible to prevent your dog from getting injured, creating a space where you can relax and unwind. The interior of the Japanese-Western room has a stylish atmosphere that incorporates modern Japanese tastes. Spend time relaxing with your dog in a warm room.

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Take a look at this cute bath! Dantokan Kikunoya has a Japanese-style room with a semi-open-air bath that also has a bath for pets next to the natural onsen open-air bath. Your dog can enjoy a relaxing bath right next to his owner. Seeing the dog's happy face will ease the owner's fatigue. Wash away your tired mind and body with warm water and refresh yourself.

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Dantokan Kikunoya has a in-room dining. Bring your dog's usual food and enjoy meal together ♪ As a bonus for your dog, you will also receive treats and homemade chicken meatloaf. Would you like to spend a special time to refresh yourself at an inn where you can spend all your time with your dog, who is an important member of your family?

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Hotel Anaga (Awajishima) is located on the southwestern tip of Awaji Island, on the Shikoku side. This is a resort hotel where you can enjoy a pool, tennis, and golf. On a small hill a little away from the main building, there is a cottage-type "Doggy Villa" where you can enjoy a private stay with your dog. It's nice to be able to spend time with your dog as if you were in a vacation home without having to worry about other guests.

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We have all the amenities you need for your dog to spend time in the room, including a cage, food bowl, doggy toilet, and odor-proof trash can. As long as you bring the usual meal and snacks that your dog is used to eating, you'll have less luggage and can travel easily.

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There is a natural grass dog run "Doggy Garden" on the premises, which is approximately 530 square meters in size! There are also play equipment such as a doggy tunnel and a hill, so your dog will surely love running around. The contrast between the blue sky and the green grass is beautiful, making it a location that makes you want to take photos.

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meal will be served at the creative French restaurant "Cadeaux de la Mer" and the Japanese restaurant "Anaga." Please enjoy the delicious food unique to Awaji Island while looking out at the wide sky and sea. Limited to the Luxury Twin of Doggy Villa, there is also a plan where you can enjoy a dinner and morning box in your room.

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Wakayama Nanki-Susami onsen Hotel Belvedere is a resort hotel located by the sea in Nishimuro-gun, at the southern tip of the Nanki-Susami area. A shuttle bus is available from the nearby Susami Station. The hotel is equipped with a dog run and doggy-only onsen shower rooms, so you can enjoy your resort stay together! Medium-sized dogs and larger can stay in the spacious pet house next door. You can check on what is going on inside from the monitor in the lobby, so owners can rest assured......small dogs can stay in the guest rooms with you.

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``I want to relax in the same room as my dog!'' If that's the case, why not relax in a pet-friendly room specifically for small dogs? There are Western-style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and rooms with open-air baths, so you can choose according to your preference. When you want to go out for a while, a cage is a great way to keep your dog safe. The rooms are friendly to both people and pets.

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Some rooms have an open-air bath on the terrace, and others have a garden. Relax your body and mind by soaking in onsen while watching your beloved dog ♡

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There are five types of large public baths within the hotel, so you can enjoy the finest onsen to your heart's content. Take a relaxing soak in the open-air bath and recharge yourself with the energy of nature. The natural onsen said to be good for stiff shoulders and sensitivity to cold, gushes out from within the hotel grounds. You might be enchanted by your smooth and smooth skin after taking a bath.

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Speaking of Nanki, it is a treasure trove of fresh, exquisite ingredients. Dinner at ``Nanki Susami onsen Hotel Belvedere'' features Nanki's representative seafood such as spiny lobster and the high-quality ``honkueh'' fish. We also have a plan where you can in-room dining and a breakfast buffet plan where you can meal with your pet on the garden terrace. Please enjoy delicious food and relaxing time to your heart's content.

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`` Inugoten' is located in front of the beautiful beach ``Shirarahama'' in Nishimuro Wakayama. This hotel, with its impressive name, is truly a hotel for pets, with dog trainers and "holistic care counselors" who are specialists in pet health knowledge on staff. You can also bring your dog to the restaurant for dinner and breakfast.

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In front of you is the Shirarahama beach. In the sea-facing rooms, you can see the dazzling sunrise and sunset. The facility is fully equipped with facilities for spending time with your dog, including a rooftop and indoor dog run and a dog cafe. By the way, you can also bring your cat! Would you like to refresh yourself and enjoy your time with your pet?

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There are 16 rooms in total, including Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths, Japanese-style rooms, and modern Balinese-style Western rooms. This is a "Japanese-style room with ocean front open-air bath." Spend a luxurious time enjoying the seascape and bath with your dog.

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The natural onsen bath is a place where you can warm your mind and body. You can enjoy the luxurious ``Tsukumoto no Yu'' that is gentle on your skin, flowing directly from the source. Enjoy a refreshing view of the beautiful sea and sky from the large public bath. If you're worried about your dog while it's taking a bath, you can temporarily leave it with a reservation.

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Arima onsen Arima Rokusai is located about a 15 minute walk from Arima onsen Station. This hot onsen resort has rooms where you can stay with your pet, which is rare in the onsen Onsen area. There are plenty of on-site facilities such as an indoor heated pool, lounge, and gym. Dogs and cats can stay in the pet room. It has an area of about 42 to 55 square meters, so your dog can also feel at ease. Pet sheets, pet towels, tableware, and other supplies are provided in the room.

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At the large onsen bath, you can enjoy two types of onsen ``Kanayu'' and ``Ginyu'', using our own source. The indoor bath is called ``Ginyu,'' and the open-air bath is ``Kanayu,'' which contains a lot of iron. It's a luxury to be able to enjoy both while enjoying the scenery that spreads out below you. There is also a sauna, private bath, and footbath. Relax your body and mind at Arima Onsen, said to be the oldest onsen in Japan.

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The vast grounds of approximately 12,000 square meters are equipped with a dog run and a foot washing area exclusively for dogs. If you spend a relaxing time surrounded by Arima's rich nature, both you and your dog will be invigorated.

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Approximately 30 minutes by car from JR Kyoto Station. Hotel Harvest Kyoto Takagamine is located within the resort facility Shozan Resort Kyoto in Rakuhoku, Kyoto. The Pet Suite, where you can stay with your dog or cat, is approximately 83 square meters in size and has pet goods such as pet sheets and a pet circle. You can enjoy a quiet and calm trip to Kyoto with your pet.

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There is also a ``Pet Suite'' in the guest room with an open-air bath, so you can relax in the bath without having to leave your pet alone. We also have plenty of amenities for owners, such as lotion, emulsion, and makeup remover. There is also a large onsen bath in the hotel, where you can enjoy the natural onsen that gush out from within the premises.

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There are many restrictions when eating out with your dog. However, at this hotel, if you make a reservation, you can enjoy Italian food from "Ristorante Ortivo" via room service. It's safe even if you bring a dog who doesn't like to be left alone. Enjoy delicious food with your dog without sacrificing the special "extraordinary" feeling♪

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The historic Sasayama Castle Town is about 15 minutes by car from Sasayamaguchi Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line. Sasayama Castle Town Hotel NIPPONIA is a renovated old house that blends into the cityscape. This is a dispersed hotel with 8 buildings including the reception and restaurant building, 2 of which are pet-friendly rooms. With plenty of privacy, you can enjoy peace of mind even when traveling with your dog.

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While preserving the charm of the entire building, the water area is modern and beautiful. The guest rooms where you can stay with your pet are fully equipped with amenities for your dog, including a shower for your dog, a gate to prevent them from jumping out, and a cage.

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"Tamba Sasayama", famous for "Tamba black soybeans", and its surrounding area have many special products since ancient times, making it a veritable treasure trove of food. Enjoy high-quality French cuisine made with plenty of local ingredients, served on simple but sophisticated tableware and beautifully presented. Surrender yourself to a luxurious time while enjoying the fusion of Japanese architectural beauty and French style.

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Sugatani Onsen ryokan is a onsen inn located in the northeastern part of Lake Biwa. Located in the mountains near Odari Castle Ruins, one of Japan's five greatest mountain castles, this inn is perfect for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a hot spring bath. You can choose between a 12-tatami Japanese-style room or a room with a semi-open-air bath between two Japanese-style rooms for the pet-friendly guest rooms where you can stay with your dog.

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The hot springs of `` Sugatani Onsen'' are famous in ancient times, and it is said that the Sengoku period warlord Azai Nagamasa and the people of Oichi also went here for their spa treatments. It has a distinctive brown color and is said to warm the body well. There is an indoor bath and an open-air bath in the hotel, where you can enjoy onsen fed directly from the source. After sightseeing with your dog, relax in onsen to relieve the fatigue of your trip.

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For dinner, you can enjoy the food culture that has been loved since ancient times around Lake Biwa, such as shabu-shabu made with Omi beef, a brand with a history of over 400 years, duck hotpot, and button hotpot. If you are staying in a pet-friendly room, you can enjoy in-room dining if up to 4 people are staying. Enjoy meal unique to your travel destination without making your dog feel lonely.

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At ``Bay Lily Kokuminshukusha Shirayuri-so,'' located in Wakayama, about 10 minutes by car from Shirahama Station, you can spend time with your pet without worrying. Beautiful views, fresh seafood unique to Nanki Shirahama, and natural onsen are alluring, and although it is a simple inn, it has a resort feel. Here you can relax and enjoy some relaxing time with your dog.

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Guest rooms facing the sea overlook the calm Tanabe Bay. Of course, there are also rooms where you can stay with your pet. We are happy that you can bring not only small dogs but also indoor dogs into the facility.

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Shirahama onsen is one of Japan's three oldest hot springs, along with Arima onsen and Dogo onsen. The large public bath uses luxurious natural hot water. If you take a relaxing soak in the hot water while looking out at the sea in the open ocean view bath, you'll feel like your daily fatigue will be blown away right away.

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When you think of Nanki Shirahama, you think of freshly caught seafood. Fill yourself up with luxurious meal such as spiny lobster, abalone, and in winter, kueh. In addition to seafood, there is also a plan where you can enjoy the finest marbled wagyu beef, which will satisfy even the meat-eaters. You can also enjoy meal with your dog.

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For those of you who want to feed your dog a different meal than usual during your trip, Bay Lily Kokumin Shukusha Shirayuri-sou prepares meal for your dog. We use additive-free delicatessen with a focus on safety and security. Your dog will be in a good mood with a luxurious meal that's different from their usual meals ♡ The hotel also has a dog run, so you can let your dog play to their heart's content.

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About 2 hours by car from Osaka city, GUZU, an inn where you can enjoy French dinner with your dog, is a pension full of greenery. It is located in a forest near Makino Plateau, where you can enjoy camping and onsen, and is surrounded by nature. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can breathe in the clean air and take plenty of walks with your dog. Also check out the Omi beef full course dinner where you can sit with your dog♪

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The guest rooms where you can relax with your dog include Western-style rooms and comfortable cottages with baths and toilets. There's a sense of openness, so your dog can feel at ease. With a cottage type, you don't have to worry about other guests, and you can feel the comfort of a private space.

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There is a covered cafe attached to the dog run on the premises. Why not enjoy an elegant tea time while watching your dog play? One of the best parts of traveling is having fun talking about your dog with other guests. After playing on the nearby Lake Biwa shore or on the highlands, you don't have to worry about getting your pet dirty as there is a shampoo sink and hair dryer in the pet room.

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Enjoy a casual French dinner at a restaurant that allows meal. We also have chairs specifically for dogs and menus for dogs, so you can enjoy dinner together. Enjoy relaxing time with your dog as much as time allows at this quiet and relaxing inn.

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For those who want to stay in a cozy townhouse with their dog, we recommend Rakuryuan Ichijo Karin, a Kyoto townhouse in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City. You can rent out the whole house, so you can have the luxurious space to yourself. A spacious floor plan with an LDK and water area on the 1st floor, and a Japanese-style room and bedroom on the 2nd floor. We also have household appliances such as washer/dryers and microwave ovens, so you can relax and enjoy your stay as if you were living there.

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After taking your dog for a walk through the streets of Kyoto, enjoy a bath time. We have a deep, fragrant bathtub made from luxurious Kiso Hinoki wood. It's truly a blissful moment to sink your body into plenty of hot water and slowly heal your tired body. Amenities such as cleansing, facial wash, and lotion are also available.

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If you make a reservation, you can rent out the ``Sawara Bath'' like the one in the photo for free. Even spoiled dogs who don't want to leave their owners even for a moment will be delighted. Being able to take a bath together will be a great memory of your trip. Let's take a commemorative photo ♪ We also have dog goods such as toilet sheets, pet towels, and cages.

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Eating out with your dog can be quite difficult, but this inn is a private ryokan, so you can enjoy a relaxing in-room dining in your room with your dog. For dinner, make a reservation in advance for a luxurious catered kaiseki meal at Okamoto Kobaian, where you can enjoy seasonal Kyoto kaiseki cuisine. It will fully liven up your travel mood ♪

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Standing by the sea in Kyotango City, Kyoto, onsenryokan "Cuisine ryokan Yuhigaura". Here, you can spend a relaxing time healed by the onsen called "hot spring for beautiful skin", beautiful scenery, and gourmet food. There is an open-air bath with a superb view in the building. Listening to the sound of ripples up close, soaking in the onsen while admiring the beautiful scenery will refresh you. Access is about two and a half hours by car from Osaka and Kyoto.

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The guest rooms are relaxing spaces with a Japanese atmosphere. Just looking at the magnificent beauty of the Sea of Japan from the sea-side guest rooms will wash away your mental worries and refresh you. For a slightly more luxurious trip, choose a Japanese-Western style room with onsen that will be renovated in 2023.

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"Ryori ryokan Yuhigaura" is fully equipped with accommodation facilities exclusively for pets. Pets are not allowed inside ryokan, but your dog can stay in the air-conditioned pet house. Owners can monitor their dog's behavior on a monitor in the lobby 24 hours a day. There is also a hot shower sink, so you can feel refreshed after playing in the sea♪

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There are onsen resorts such as Hamazume onsen and Kizu onsen and numerous campgrounds in the surrounding area, making it a popular leisure spot. In front of the inn is the spectacular Yuhigaura Coast, which has been selected as one of Japan's 100 best sunsets. You can enjoy beautiful views from all rooms. If it's not a busy season, you can enjoy playing in the water with your dog on the beach♪

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As the name suggests, ``Ryoryo ryokan Yuhigaura'' is particular about gourmet food. No matter what season you visit, you can enjoy luxurious meal such as plump abalone in spring, fresh live squid in summer, fragrant matsutake mushrooms and juicy Tajima beef in autumn, and crab caught from the Sea of Japan in winter. The presentation is gorgeous and will whet your appetite.

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About a 7-minute walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station on the Keihan Railway, there is a hotel in the city called NOHGA HOTEL KIYOMIZU KYOTO where you can stay with small and medium-sized dogs weighing less than 10 kg. It is also conveniently located as a base for sightseeing, as it is close to Ninenzaka (Ninenzaka), a classic spot when traveling to Kyoto. Please take a walk with your dog through a different town than usual and have an exciting holiday.

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Of the 130 guest rooms, you can stay with your dog in the 23 square meter "Dog Friendly Double" and the 30 square meter "Dog Friendly Twin." If you request it at check-in, you can receive treats for your dog as a gift. You can get venison jerky made from natural wild game from Miyama-cho, Kyoto, so don't forget to offer to make your dog happy.

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In addition to dog beds, cages, and toilet seats, the dog-friendly rooms are equipped with food bowls made from Kiyomizu-yaki, a traditional craft representing Kyoto. Everywhere in the hotel is designed to let you feel Kyoto's culture, music, and art, which will liven up your travel mood. Please bring meal that your dog is accustomed to eating.

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About 7 minutes walk from JR Sannomiya Station. "Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel" is located in Kitano, Kobe, which is known as a city with an exotic atmosphere. This is a reasonable hotel that allows you to stay with your dog, which is rare in the Kobe area. The interior is gorgeous and full of Kobe style, and you can spend a relaxing time with your dog in an extraordinary space.

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At Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel, located in a quiet residential area, you can spend a calm and quiet time even though you are in the city. You can stay in the same room as your dog and enjoy a worry-free hotel stay. Toilet seats and food bowls for dogs are available. Please bring your own cage or crate.

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``I want to take a walk with my dog in the streets of Kobe!'' I'm sure there are many of you out there. The Kitano area, where Kobe Kitanozaka Hotel is located, has many stylish cafes and shops, making it a perfect place for a stroll. When you come back from enjoying sightseeing with your dog, don't worry because there is a foot washing area just for your dog.

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About 8 minutes walk from Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station. Chisun Premium Kyoto Kujo is a hotel with excellent access as a base for sightseeing in Kyoto. ``I want to travel with my dog.'' This is a dog-friendly hotel that is friendly to people and pets, making it easy for owners to fulfill their wishes.

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In the "Dog Friendly Room", your dog can wear a dog diaper indoors and spend time freely on the bed or sofa. Even if your dog is tired of walking around in unfamiliar territory, it will feel safe if he can sleep next to his owner as usual. Dog amenities such as toilet sheets, deodorant spray, and etiquette bags are also available.

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` Chisun Premium Kyoto Kujo'' is located in a convenient location with excellent sightseeing access, yet is equipped with a large public bath. Although you cannot leave your dog alone in the room, you can use the public bath if you take turns with your family. Stretch out your legs after a long day of walking and slowly heal your fatigue♪

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Spending time with your beloved dog, your beloved family member, is an irreplaceable moment that will blow away your fatigue and stress. If you don't usually have time to spend time together, why not take this opportunity to deepen your bond through a trip? Please try to find the fun that can only be felt by being with your dog.