The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, will open BAR Saryo on select dates from April 29 through September 22, 2026. The venue is the hotel's sukiya-zukuri "Saryo" tea house, a nationally acclaimed architectural work by Murano Togo, situated within a Japanese garden. Guests can enjoy cocktails, local Kyoto sake, and seasonal appetizers while taking in the beauty of illuminated garden greenery in this tranquil, adults-only setting.
BAR Saryo Operating Schedule
Dates:
- April 29 (Wed/Holiday) – May 1 (Fri)
- May 3 (Sun/Holiday) – 6 (Wed/Holiday)
- July 16 (Thu) – 19 (Sun)
- August 6 (Thu) – 16 (Sun)
- September 17 (Thu) – 22 (Tue/Holiday)
Hours: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Last order: 9:30 PM)
Venue: The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike "Saryo"
Menu
Mottainai Night Set — ¥3,000 per person
The set includes one drink of your choice from original cocktails and local Kyoto sake, accompanied by three types of appetizers.
From July through September, the head Japanese cuisine chef offers summer-exclusive appetizers themed around "edible tea":
- Tea leaf tsukudani (simmered tea leaves)
- Tea leaf & cream cheese canapé
- Tea leaf & butter canapé
Drinks
Additional drinks may be ordered from the second drink onward.
| Drink | Price |
|---|---|
| Glass of Champagne | ¥2,600 |
| Glass of Wine (red/white) | ¥2,100 |
| Kyoto Whisky Zodiac Label | ¥2,100 |
| Local Kyoto Sake | ¥2,000 |
| Original Cocktail | ¥2,000 |
Soft Drinks
| Drink | Price |
|---|---|
| Pierre Zero Blanc de Blancs (sparkling grape juice) | ¥1,000 |
| Ohara Red Perilla Drink | ¥1,000 |
Matcha Set — ¥2,000
All prices include consumption tax and service charge (15%). Menu items are subject to change based on ingredient availability. Food allergy accommodations are available for 8 specified allergens (shrimp, crab, walnuts, wheat, buckwheat, eggs, dairy, peanuts) — please inform staff in advance. Operating details and schedule may change; check the hotel website for the latest information.
For reservations and the latest schedule, visit the hotel website.
About the Saryo
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike opened in autumn 1986 and is one of the final major works by renowned architect Murano Togo. Throughout the building, the diverse and distinctive techniques he refined over the course of his career are richly preserved.
The Saryo is a sukiya-zukuri structure featuring a tea room, enveloped in the quiet and natural atmosphere of northern Kyoto. With many irreplaceable design elements — including precious building materials and intricately crafted joinery by skilled artisans — the hotel has carefully tended to the space since opening.
Now nearing its 40th year, the interior textures and Japanese garden have evolved with the passage of time, taking on an even more refined and graceful character. The Saryo continues to embody Murano Togo's philosophy, in which the architect was known to reflect on the temporality of architecture in his designs.
Beyond BAR Saryo, the space is also available for seasonal afternoon tea and private dining by reservation. The hotel offers complimentary viewing for guests staying overnight, as well as concierge-led interior tours highlighting Murano Togo's design details. The Japanese garden is also illuminated seasonally throughout the year.
