Love love love this place!!! So amazing - the tradition of a machiya with beautifully renovated features. So much space and gorgeous decor. Around the corner from Nijo-jo castle and walking distance from other sights. The house is perfect and a unique experience- far better than a hotel room

Beautiful traditional house, with sensitive modern design insertions. The sleeping rooms were pleasant and large, kitchen was useful, and the bathing room was the best. The staff was friendly and efficient on check in and very responsive when we had questions during our stay. The location, really close to the entrance to the Nijō castle was in a nice neighborhood slightly removed from the main tourist areas, but easily accessible by subway or walking.

We loved everything about this calming property. The history mixed with contemporary style and traditional touches. We appreciated the daily cleaning, the air conditioning, daily supply of fresh ground coffee, fabulous bathroom, quality bedding and we quickly got used to the firm futons. We had amazing sushi 3 blocks up the road and good ramen at the main crossroads. There was a lack of comfortable (western style) seating but we spent most of our time exploring beautiful Kyoto.

The caretakers greatest is personally upon arrival and showed us how to use all of the appliances. It was a cold night and they made sure the heat was all on and the beds warm. We liked the unique layout lush bathroom and comfy Japanese style bedding. The location was a bit far from the action but was also quite and lots close for food.

Perfect place to stay in Kyoto. Would recommend it for everybody.