Hatoya Zuihokaku, a natural hot spring hotel located just five minutes from Kyoto Station, is launching a special summer plan combining dining and art experiences. Starting August 1 through August 15 (except August 10), guests can enjoy the “Art Memories Summer Festival PLAN,” featuring a half buffet dinner and interactive workshops led by watercolor artist Miho Okada.
This seasonal offering provides visitors a chance to savor Kyoto-inspired cuisine while engaging in creative activities. The hotel’s natural hot spring, sourced from 910 meters underground, is also available for a relaxing soak at a special rate for plan guests.
About the Art Memories Summer Festival PLAN
The plan includes a half buffet dinner featuring seasonal dishes, including sukiyaki, tempura, sushi, and refreshing flowing somen noodles, all highlighting traditional Kyoto ingredients. Alongside the meal, guests choose from unique art workshops such as watercolor sketching, creating personalized compact mirror art, or playing a card game designed with the artist’s illustrations.
Highlights
- Half buffet dinner with Kyoto-style cuisine and flowing somen noodles.
- Choice of interactive workshops: watercolor postcard sketching or compact mirror art.
- Group card game sessions using artist Miho Okada’s artwork on select dates.
- Access to the hotel’s natural hot spring bath for ¥1,000 (tax and service included) for plan participants.
- Special birthday celebration event for the hotel mascot on August 10 with live music and appearances.
Plan Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Art Memories Summer Festival PLAN |
| Menu / items | Half buffet dinner with sukiyaki, tempura, sushi, flowing somen noodles, and steamed dishes; art workshops including watercolor postcard sketching and compact mirror art; card game sessions on August 9, 11, and 12 |
| Location | Hatoya Zuihokaku, Kyoto |
| Address | 802 Minamifudodocho, Nishinotoin-dori Shio-koji-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto |
| Period | August 1, 2026 (Sat) – August 15, 2026 (Sat), excluding August 10 |
| Price | Adults (junior high and above): ¥8,800 (tax and service included); Children (elementary school): ¥3,300 (tax and service included); Children under 5: Free (¥1,000 for workshop materials if participating) |
This plan offers a refreshing summer experience that blends Kyoto’s culinary delights with creative art activities, all within easy reach of Kyoto Station. Visitors can indulge in local flavors and cultural expression while enjoying the comfort of a natural hot spring hotel.
