Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Saryo Hassui is a waterside dining destination, idyllically situated along the regal Hozu River.

Shaded by a lush natural canopy and a thatched straw roof, indoor and outdoor terrace seating areas are surrounded by panoramic views of the enchanting Arashiyama hills. The café is housed in a 100-year-old building that was erected for 19th century poets, and much of the original artwork remains, along with a collection of calligraphic poems composed on the walls. The gentle whisper of the river below and ever-changing seasonal landscape continues to inspire guests today.

Open for afternoon service, the menu features handmade Japanese sodas and snacks, including hisui-mochi—a matcha-filled confection inspired by the greenery of Arashiyama.