JHAT Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Tokyo; CEO Akira Hirabayashi) is opening GRAND MONday Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi in Kyoto's Shimogyo-ku on Friday, September 18, 2026 — a major milestone as the 40th property in the hotel MONday Group and the first Kansai location for the group's top-tier "GRAND MONday" brand.
The same day also marks the group's first-ever triple opening, with TABI Asakusa (Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo) and Premium MONday Asakusa II (Kotobuki, Taito-ku, Tokyo) launching alongside it.
A Quiet Retreat Steps from Shijo Kawaramachi
The hotel is about a 6-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, placing it at an ideal base for sightseeing in Kyoto. It neighbors atmospheric areas like Pontocho, the Takase River, and the Kamo River, yet stepping inside leaves the bustle behind for a hushed, restorative stay.
Highlights
- Represents the group's upscale "GRAND MONday" brand, built on a concept of refined luxury fused with contemporary Japanese style
- Sophisticated design that balances Kyoto character with modern comfort
- Every room is a suite, with a spacious floor area of 38 sqm or more
- All rooms come with a full kitchen and washer-dryer, residence-style
- Warm, attentive service throughout the stay
- About a 10-minute walk to Nishiki Market and 6 minutes to Shijo Kawaramachi — a convenient base for exploring Kyoto
Panoramic Higashiyama Views from the Rooftop Terrace
The 7th-floor rooftop terrace, a shared-use space, opens onto sweeping views across the Kamo River toward the green hills of Higashiyama, taking in historic landmarks such as Kiyomizu-dera and the Hokan-ji Yasaka Pagoda.
Four Suite Types, 32 Rooms in Total
Every one of the hotel's 32 rooms is a suite, spread across four room types. Guests can settle into a river-view room overlooking the Kamo River and the Higashiyama hills, with each room type incorporating materials and design touches drawn from the local area for a stay guests won't find anywhere else.
Included in every room: washer-dryer, microwave, kitchen, tableware and cookware, a large refrigerator, Nespresso coffee machine, TV, vacuum cleaner, air purifier, and free Wi-Fi
Suite Room (44.16 sqm)
Grand Suite Room / Grand Suite Room with Kamogawa River View (46.42 sqm)
Junior Suite Room (38.12 sqm)
Room Amenities Made for Unhurried Private Time
Every room is fitted with carefully chosen amenities down to the smallest detail, including Kutani-yaki teaware and a Nespresso coffee machine.
Loungewear woven from Baniran fabric is provided for a comfortable stay, combining breathability with a Japanese touch reminiscent of a craftsman's work coat.
Light housekeeping that includes entering the room is carried out daily, so guests can stay fresh and comfortable even during a long stay.
New members who book directly through the official website receive 10% off and 2:00 PM early check-in.
Facility Overview
| Facility Name | GRAND MONday Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi |
| Address | 256 Ichinocho 3-chome, Nishikiyamachi-dori Matsubara-agaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Rooms | 32 total |
| Grand Opening | Friday, September 18, 2026 |
| Official Website | https://hotel-monday.com/grand/kyotoshijo/ |
Save More With the Official Membership Program
hotel MONday Group's official membership program makes every stay richer and more affordable. From the day guests register, they can enjoy member-only rates and a range of other benefits, with no enrollment fee or annual fee.
Member-only perks:
- A complimentary bottle of mineral water per guest at check-in
- 2:00 PM early check-in
- Special plans and coupons delivered via newsletter
- Updates on new hotel openings, events, and other deals
Member rank also rises with the number of stays. After two stays, guests are upgraded to Gold Member status, earning 13% off their next booking, with even greater discounts and exclusive perks at higher ranks.
| Member Rank | Stays | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | 1st to 2nd stay | 10% off |
| Gold | 3rd to 4th stay | 13% off |
| Platinum | 5th stay and beyond | 15% off |
Tripadvisor® Award Recognition
Tripadvisor®, a travel review platform operating in 49 countries and regions and 28 languages worldwide, publishes its Travelers' Choice Awards each year based on traveler reviews.
In 2026, hotel MONday Group received the Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best at 6 properties and the Travelers' Choice Awards at 12 properties, for 18 properties in total — including MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Station, which ranked No. 1 in Japan — earning high praise from travelers around the world.
