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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding, a shoji screen window, and wooden beams on the ceiling.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a futon bed, sliding shoji doors, and a television.
A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a staircase leading to another level.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.
A traditional Japanese house with a wooden front gate, a small porch with a bench, and a potted plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kyoto, Kyoto
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

This vacation home places you in Shimogyo Ward, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Nishihonganji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 7 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪京料理 たん熊北店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪吟醸らーめん 久保田 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪六条新町招福亭 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪がんこ 西本願寺別邸 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Den Kyoto - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明

Immerse yourself in the charm and culture of Kyoto with a stay at Machiya Mei, a beautifully restored traditional machiya house infused with modern amenities. Located in the heart of Kyoto, this exquisite property is just a 17-minute walk from Kyoto Station, with the convenience of a 10-minute journey by bus or subway, placing the best of the city right at your doorstep.

Machiya Mei is more than just a vacation rental; it's a bridge between Kyoto's rich past and its vibrant present. Whether you're exploring the city's ancient temples, wandering through bustling markets, or simply soaking in the local culture, Machiya Mei provides a perfect, centrally-located sanctuary to come home to.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

526561

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Shimogyo Ward within a short 13-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and also 13 minutes on foot from Shijo Street. You'll also find Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a hot tub.

Does Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 22.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明.

Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muriel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very recommanded

Very beautiful japanese style house, with a designer decoration and with all you need inside and even more. Each room has its own air conditionner. The house is 15 minutes on foot from the train station and next to bus lines.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious accommodation. Nice quiet neighborhood. Fantastic amenities. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026