Momijiya - The Takao-sanso is a quiet traditional inn surrounded by Takao's exquisite natural beauty and the Kitayama cedars. We use seasonal ingredients in our Kyoto cuisine so you can taste the best of what every season has to offer.
The Momijiya, Takao-sanso is located high in the mountains, with Japanese style rooms spread out through three floors, all undergirded by iron. Renovated in 2004, the Momijiya now offers an open-air bath called "Sora" and a partly open-air bath called "Yama".
Partly open-air bath in spring
open-air bath in winter
The view from your window looks out onto luscious green and in autumn, the region is enveloped in brilliantly colored leaves. In winter, a silver snowscape unfolds into the distance. The outdoor baths present a sight that is simply spectacular.
Torch azalea
Spring garden and rhododendrons
In spring, the Momijiya's garden features rhododendrons, torch azaleas, and other mountain flowers. In fall, the changing leaves are an unforgettable display. Staying in the Momijiya Takao-sanso you will feel that you have truly experienced Kyoto and Takao.
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Takao-sanso [8 tatami mat room facing the valley]
room in spring
room in autumn
Takao-sanso [8 tatami mat room facing the road]
room in spring
room in autumn
Takao-sanso [10 tatami mat room facing the valley]
room in spring
room in autumn
Takao-sanso [6 tatami mat room facing the road]
room in spring
room in autumn
The open-air viewing bath named "Sora" and the open window-style viewing bath named "Yama" were completed in 2004.
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Banquet Hall
Meal with a Maiko
Our banquet hall can accommodate up to eighty people. We can also arrange to have an apprentice geisha at your event. Please enjoy.
Lobby and Gift Shop
There is a souvenir corner and cafe in the gift shop. Please browse our menu and gifts.
Yukio Mishima and Momijiya
Autumn Brocade
Master of the literary and martial arts
Two weeks before the literary master Yukio Mishima committed ritual suicide, he took his final family trip to our Momijiya. These are drawings he made for us during his stay.
November 1, 1970
Original works by Yukio Mishima