22 PIECES, Kyoto
Minimalism Curated into Everyday Living
Where Design Becomes Personal
Just a short stroll from Kyoto’s main station, 22 PIECES positions itself as both a sleek design retreat and a living concept store. Its name references the curated boutique within, where each carefully selected item—from ceramics to textiles—can be purchased, allowing guests to take a tangible piece of Kyoto home. The hotel is not just accommodation but an ongoing design dialogue between city, guest, and object. Inside, the architecture embraces clean lines and open layouts, with minimal ornamentation and natural light accentuating the materials. Every detail is purposeful, creating an atmosphere that is modern, uncluttered, and quietly elegant.
Guest Rooms as Flexible Stages
The 22 rooms are designed with flexibility at their core, accommodating two to five guests across four minimalist typologies. Neutral palettes and streamlined furniture keep the spaces calm, while functional details—kitchens, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and full bathrooms with both bath and shower—anchor the design in everyday comfort. Select rooms offer elevated experiences: expansive terraces for quiet garden views, loft beds for playful use of space, or dedicated living and dining areas that transform a stay into something residential in character. Each room is conceived as a personal stage—an adaptable canvas for different kinds of travelers.
Public Spaces in Thoughtful Restraint
22 PIECES intentionally eschews extraneous amenities, channeling focus toward its concept store and the rooms themselves. The lobby doubles as gallery and shop, where objects tell stories of local craft and international design. Communal spaces remain understated, reinforcing the philosophy that the city itself is the primary amenity. This restraint is its strength: the absence of excess allows the essentials—craftsmanship, curation, and clarity—to shine.
DNA Hotels Verdict
22 PIECES Kyoto distills hospitality into design essentials. By treating rooms as flexible living stages and curating objects that extend the guest experience beyond the stay, it offers a rare blend of minimalism and intimacy. For travelers who value simplicity, function, and the joy of taking a piece of Kyoto home, this hotel is both retreat and concept made real.
