“The warmest and homeliest welcome back”
The hosts’ hospitality during my stay last year was unforgettable; I couldn’t miss a chance to visit them again now that I’m back in Kyoto. Traveling solo can feel daunting, but the warmth and care shown by the hosts gave me comfort and help for my first summer in Kyoto. Check‑in was smooth and welcoming. Before I was shown my room, I was given a complimentary yukata in the color and design of my choice for the duration of my stay, plus a tasty drink and snack to ease the exhaustion of my commute all the way from Tokyo. I was led back to the same room as my previous stay, and it was as clean, cozy, and comfortable as I remembered. Each morning, the breakfast meals were abundant and delicious. This year, I had made a special request in advance for one of my breakfasts to be made into a bento so that I could depart early in the morning to catch the Gion Matsuri parade. Okami‑san went above and beyond, delivering the most exquisitely prepared breakfast provisions bag I have ever seen, stuffed full of onigiri, a carefully curated bento box, ice packs, utensils, a chilled bottle of tea, and even a frozen sports drink that became my ultimate savior in enduring the relentless summer heat throughout the day. The property was also in a prime location and within walking distance to all my travel plan destinations during my stay, whether to downtown Kyoto for the Gion Matsuri Yamaboko Junko Parade, or to commute back from the Gion district after the Mikoshi Togyo event, or just getting to and from recommended locations for good food or unique experience activities. Especially useful when bus routes are affected due to road closures from the ongoing summer festivities. Throughout my stay, I felt well cared for; the hosts were always ready to help or just to have a conversation with me and listen to me talk about my day.
Only thing: Okami‑san’s overwhelming generosity means the breakfast spread is always way too much food for my petite appetite’s consumption 😆 I feel bad for the wasted food, but I will always try my best nonetheless.
Crystal·Месяц назад