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Ran Shimizu-ya, a one-story Kyoto townhouse, 6 minutes walk from Shimizu Gojo Station, within walking distance of Shimizu Temple, Gion, Kenrin Temple, and Miyagawa Town
This is a renovated Kyomachi house near Gojo-zaka. A 100-year-old Kyomachi house has been transformed into a guest house where you can enjoy the atmosphere of the good old days. It is a luxurious natural material renovation that uses diatomaceous earth with deodorizing and humidity regulating effects, and unpolluted materials such as hinoki cypress and cedar, with attention to detail in the finish. The whole ceiling is covered with cypress, and the pillars, frames, and baseboards are also made of cypress, creating a space filled with the comfort of real natural materials and the scent of cypress. It is located in the Kiyomizu-dera Temple area, about 6 minutes on foot from Exit 4 of Kiyomizu-Gojō Station on the Keihan Line, near Kiyomizu-dera Temple, one of Kyoto's most famous tourist destinations. Tourist attractions such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ken-in Temple, Yasaka Shrine, Rokubara Hachimangu Shrine, Miyagawa-cho, and Gion are within walking distance.

(Kyoto · Higashiyama) Heian Jingu can be seen ~ Gion Festival Train 10 minutes · Station 5 minutes on foot Heian
Awadaguchi Sanjobo Sanso boasts a panoramic view of the downtown area, a machiya-style building, and a bath full of openness. 5 minutes on foot from Higashiyama Station on the Tozai Line The Gion Festival, which is held in July, is also 10 minutes away by train. Nearby are classic spots such as Heian Shrine, Maruyama Park, and Yasaka Shrine, and a short stretch of the path of philosophy and Kiyomizu-dera Temple are also within walking distance. During the season, you will see the colorless autumn foliage to brighten up the windows of the room! It is convenient for both business and sightseeing. • There is no stove, so it is not possible to cook. • There is a microwave and toaster. • You can't watch TV, but you can watch Netflix, YouTube, etc.

Kyoto Seifu-an is a stylish and traditional Kyomachi-style inn that is clean and has modern facilities
Kyoto Seifuan is a private inn in a Kyomachi house, located a little way down the alley from the bank of the Shirakawa River in Higashiyama Sanjo. Also, the alley in front is very quiet, with almost no traffic, so you can spend plenty of time relaxing. Kyoto Seifuan is a 4-minute walk from Higashiyama Station on the Tozai Line, with easy access to transportation and shopping, and you can also walk to nearby temples, Heian Jingu, Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Gion. It is a private space for rent, but in case of emergency, you can contact the staff 24 hours a day by mobile phone and email, so you can rest assured. We will accommodate your request before your stay, check-in, and luggage storage after check-out as much as possible.

京町家コテージkarigane
Built in the early Showa era and long used as a tea ceremony classroom, the townhouse has been reborn as a private rental inn, "Kyomachiya Cottage karigane". It is a 1-minute walk to the hot springs and Daikokuji Temple, which has deep ties to tea. Shino, with its unique cafes, coffee roasters, delicious Japanese confectionery stores, bakeries, and soba shops. Please use the carefully restored Kyomachiya as your base for sightseeing in northern Kyoto, where time flows slowly, with a focus on natural materials and traditional craftsmanship by Miyadai Koge and Saigo craftsmen.

BEST GION LOCATION, LUXURY, QUIET VACATION RENTAL
Thank you for considering renting for your vacation our fully renovated traditional Kyoto Machiya. A few minutes from Gion Corner, in Kyoto's most popular area, our 90m2 Japanese townhouse has undergone extensive refurbishment by award-winning architects to combine absolute comfort, luxury, safety and tradition.We are FULLY LICENSED to operate as a short-term vacation rental, please book with confidence knowing that our house has passed the rigorous safety and comfort tests of the city of Kyoto.

Artist's house in Kyoto with a big cypress bath
I am an Artist / Photographer born in Kyoto I started hosting because I love meeting people from all over the world and making new friends. This place used to be one big guesthouse, but during Covid19, I have stopped running the guesthouse and I moved in with my wife and 2 kids. Still I didn't want to give up so I left the good parts. Private cypress bath and renovated rooms and made another entrance for the Guests. So now it is 2 separate house Please check the house rules before you book.

kyoto villa soso (Near Kyoto station)
《May 2019 TV can be watched.》 It is located 15 minutes on foot from Kyoto station. It will be lent to a Kyoto townhouse style building. I put the finest furniture and the finest bed. You can also use wifi. The bath is about the size of two adults and uses Japanese cypress. It will be a very beautiful room just opened in January. Please try and stay at once. The location of the hotel is in a place where you can walk to downtown area of Kyoto and famous temples. It is a very convenient place.

(Near Gion)Machiya inside a temple, stay with Zen.
The beautifully refurnished 100-year machiya enjoys all the charm of traditional and modern Japan spirit: tatami, sliding wooden doors with wa-shi partition, private garden, along with selected luxurious modern comfort. Located inside the tranquil area of Chomyo temple while only 5 mins' walk from subway/Keihan Sanjo sta., we promise you a fully immersive Kyoto experience. Also convenient to walk to Gion and Heian Shrine. Supermarkets and amazing restaurants in neighborhood at your service.

“Tsubara”-calm traditional Kyoto Machiya house
Tubara is in the Higashiyama in Kyoto. You can go to so many sights (Kiyomizu temple, Kenninji temple, Yasaka shrine, Fushimiinaritaisha, Gion area, Kamo river, downtown..) on foot! Also very convenient for tranceportation. bytaxi from KYoto st. Tsubara was 100y old Machiya, we lovely restored all possible to original style using antique fittings & materials by traditional craftsmanship. We love Tsubara, we hope the guests too! Outdoor bath & Suikinkutsu make amazing time for you.

Double bed/24m²/10minute Yasaka/ Double door lock
An apartment-style hotel located in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto, with extremely convenient transportation and adjacent to multiple Kyoto attractions. Each room is equipped with exclusive appliances such as a washing machine, kitchen, microwave, etc., allowing you to enjoy more convenience during your journey. The double-layer door lock design ensures safety, while the hotel is located in a bustling yet quiet area, providing a tranquil environment for your rest.

Kyomachiya Icchobu Rental Accommodation
A renovated inn with the charm of an old-fashioned Kyomachi house. In a Kyomachi house with over 110 years of history, we have equipped it with modern and convenient facilities. The garden, which changes its appearance with the seasons, is very attractive, and you can enjoy the view of the garden from the living room as well as from the bathroom window.
Cozy and tranquil two-story Japanese apartment
Teramachi Stay is a quiet and relaxing Japanese style apartment in central Kyoto. It is located down a picturesque alley off Teramachi street, popular for its traditional Japanese shops and restaurants. Your host was born and raised in Kyoto, speaks English and is happy to advise guests on which of Kyoto's many attractions would be best to visit.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Heian Shrine
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

D3 Kyoto Shijokawaramachi reopened in January 2023. The location is great, there is a small table with high-speed internet. It's also good for traveling with DD3.

House Nozomi ROOM 101

Japanese-style bedroom with a courtyard. Kyoto Station ~ Kintetsu Train 11 minutes. [Private Railway 2 Lines] Clean and safe downtown accommodation near the station. 1 minute walk to convenience store. Townhouse Cafe

King Size Bed/Near Nijo Castle/With Kitchen/Wifi

B2 Kyoto Shijō Kawaramachi Great Price Comfortable 3-person room with a good bed, balcony, kitchen, small table, and high-speed internet for both travel and work.

E1 Kyoto Shijō Kawaramachi, great location, 128m2 3 + 1 room, can accommodate 4 ~ 10 people, with elevator, dining table can seat 10 people for happy dining and gathering

Sleeps up to 10! Gion Shijo Station is a 1-minute walk. It is in a good location overlooking Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in, and Minamiza from the window. Pets are allowed!

Elegant Kyoto Hideaway 3PAX | Near Gion & Kiyomizu
Family-friendly house rentals

A unique house to comfortably+Free-bikes!

Amazinghouse,quiet house for long holidays is BEST

Conveniently located Machiya

雲町屋 小徳 KumoMachiya KOTOKU

Tabitabi Higashiyama | Semi-Open Shigaraki Bath

10min Walk to Gion Downtown/Stay Like Kyoto Locals

Great location Kamo River/train/bus, free Netflix

A Kyoto-style inn standing on the Takasegawa river [Hitokoe Takasean] HITOKOE
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Super location best host w/Cycle Port & wifi

1-minute walk to Kyoto Imperial Palace [K-style Gosho Nishi] Standard Twin Room

~Clean & Modern Studio ~ 8min to Nijo sta. ~ WIFI

Sakura River Inn 1 (most reviewed in Kyoto)

1min Station/private Kitchen, Bathroom, Washer/3F

①NiceLocation! NewOpening!

Spacious room up to 6. Near subway, top sights

Kamo Riverside Terrace Kyoto Gion 京都鴨川 祇園 桜-Flat B
Other great holiday rentals near Heian Shrine

"Kyoto no Oyado Souju" is a private townhouse 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Shimizu Gojo Station.

JIN - Cozy Spacious Machiya+UniqueGarden+FreeWIFI

ZET Yasaka & Kiyomizu|Historic Stay|Kit Bath Wash

K's Villa Kamogawa - Excellent River View

Traditional Japanese House near Heian Shrine

Sugiya Cedar House

【STARS】Stylish Townhouse|5min to sta.|2 bikes free

Kyoto Imperial Garden, Shijō Walking Area | Rent a Building Reinterpreting a Kyoto Machiya | Luxurious 112 ㎡ | All-you-can-drink Nespresso | Professional Kitchen
Destinations to explore
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