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Family friendly

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

Home away from home

Stayed in July 2025

As it's located near popular sights (Nanzenji, Eikando and the Philosopher's Walk), the buses (#5 and #32) are almost always crowded. Best to take the #203 from another stop (Higashi Tennocho) to go into town.

We had a wonderful stay at Toru's place. With three bedrooms, two toilets (one of which is upstairs convenient for those nocturnal visits), a Japanese style bathroom (with deep tub) plus a separate shower and dressing area, it was perfect for us (5 adults and 1 child). Great location for the Higashiyama sights including the start/end of the Philosopher's Walk, Eikando, Nanzenji. There were enough bicycles for guest use although we only used them once. We discovered a scenic path into downtown (Shijo Kawaramachi area) along Shirakawa canal/stream all the way to Kamogawa (river).

Stayed in June 2025

No cons 😄

Location, cleanliness, amenities, the house itself was amazing!!

Stayed in May 2025

Authentic Japanese residence, fully eqiped. 2 bathrooms and two seperate showers, one also with bath. Small garden, private house on a quiet street. Included full kitchen, large fridge, dining room and lounge. Several bikes for use in garage.

Stayed in May 2025

Very charming Japanese style house with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets, rooms for 8 people. The back yard is a plus and very nice. The house is clean. The location is close to supermarket, bus station at walking distance. The location of the house is about 20 minutes by bus to main areas of Kyoto. It’s not too far from Kyoto main attractions. The host is very courteous. He welcomed us the first day we arrived to show us around the house and explained the map, the location of the main attractions. The house is small but cozy and totally as expected as it is Japanese style house. We would be back at this place again if we come as a group. Very reasonable price. The house is like in the pictures.

Stayed in April 2025

Nearby restaurants are closed early around 20:30 but supermarket is open 24 hours.

Location was great, near philosophers path and quiet residential area. It was perfect for 3 couples and kids to have 3 separate rooms and 2 bathrooms. The host kindly prepared welcome snacks and breakfast which was very helpful. Wish we could stay there longer.

Stayed in October 2024

The host and property exceeded expectations. We had a fabulous time there. Thank you

Stayed in November 2024

It is a cosy place. The host is generous with all the food he placed in the kitchen and at home. Many thanks

Stayed in October 2024

It was a great stay overall.

We were welcomed by Toru to a beautiful and clean house stocked with snacks, toiletries and bikes!

Stayed in September 2024

It’s a bit pricy, but worth it.

It’s very nice and typical Japanese style home. Our famliy enjoyed 3 nights at this home. The host provide all essentials that we could think of.

Stayed in July 2024

Greeted upon arrival. Spoke good english. everything clean and tidy. cute traditional house great location , 2 min walk to bus stop, 15 min ride into city. decked out with all the amenities and was a nice touch to arrive to fresh food and condiments. Thankyou so much we thoughly enjoyed our stay we love Kyoto. slept well - family of 8

Stayed in May 2024

nothing .

Nice and frindly owner , when we arrived in his house , he already there waiting for us . Also he perpared some food to us for our breakfast . The rooms are clean .

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing. Everthing is perfec

Host prepare everything we need included snacks, milk, bread, egg, toiletries, etc etc. And host is realy kind and friendly

Stayed in March 2024

Couldn't want for anything more. Had great kitchen facilities, comfortable and warm living areas. Toru met us on arrival, spent time showing us around the house. Had bread, eggs, juice, water and much more to make our stay easy and comfortable. He spent time giving us directions and recommendations. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed in November 2023

The staircase leading to the upper floor is a little steep, may be an issue for the physically challenged. Not a problem for our group of four members.

Convenient location, very clean traditional Japanese house that is well equipped with modern facilities, private parking, nice quiet neighbourhood. I would have given it perfect 10/10 if not for the steep staircase leading to the upper floor. Our host Toru San was very welcoming, met us on arrival at the house and patiently explained everything in the house. He even helped us unloaded our luggage and parked our car. He has also been most generous to have stocked up some snacks and breakfast foods, which was most helpful to us for a comfortable start the next morning.

Stayed in November 2023

Absolutely nothing. I liked everything about it!

Toru was so thoughtful and considerate of his guests. The snacks and items in the fridge were such a lovely surprise. It was also very nice to have Toru meet us at the premises and take us on a quick tour of the house. He is such a friendly and personable man.

Stayed in October 2023

N/A

Vey nice and clean house, great location! Had everything needed, even toothbrushes and toothpaste! The host even left us snacks, water, food for breakfast. Highly recomended for anyone visiting Kyoto!

Stayed in September 2023

No complaints!

What a lovely traditional style house and exceptional host. The house was in great condition and our host Toru made sure we had all essential amenities and also provided us with many snacks and breakfast ingredients. The location is in a peaceful town with some shrines nearby and the city centre just 30 mins away by walk. Would definitely say it is worth the money and provides more amenities than a hotel would. Will definitely stay again when we next visit Kyoto!

Stayed in August 2023

We had a wonderful stay at this traditional Japanese house! Very beautiful, had everything we needed, bikes too. Our host Toru met us at the bus station and explained everything, even got some food for us:) Neighborhood is quiet, with interesting places to visit around (Eikando temple, Philosopher’s path etc.)

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

The housse is beautiful and perfectly equiped. It's clean and comfy, the host is very welcoming and prepared us all necessery for (trop bath to good snacking and even breakfast). I recommand very much !

Stayed in May 2023

This is the perfect place to spend your holidays in Kyotos. the house is wonderful and close to the Silver Temple !

Stayed in April 2023

No issue.

Toru was an excellent host! He really thinks of everything to make you feel at home. We loved the dinning area and heated floor. Also, very convenient to the bus line and the supermarket.

Stayed in April 2023

Our host provided us with eggs milk bread croissants snacks coffee and tea much more than expected. The property was very well set up and maintained. Host personally greeted us and answered many questions and gave us good suggestions.

Stayed in November 2022