Kohaku an Machiya House

Why liked how the house was cosy and had everything we needed.

Nothing really, but I did notice a cockroach once in the living room.

An authentic, renovated townhouse with original Japanese features and a sparkling modern bath/shower area. The western beds were very comfy. The location was great -easy walking distance to a bus route and train route and a couple of temple/shrines nearby too. There was a convenience store just metres away and a supermarket just a little further. The check-in office for Machiya Houses is just a short walk from the Kyoto station. The staff were helpful with providing maps and recommendations of where we should go on a rainy day and alternative ways to get to our residence. We were also able to leave two pieces of luggage with them and have them delivered to our residence for free. It was so easy to check out too - we just closed the door! If you have a car there is parking area nearby too that is reasonably priced.

Each bedroom is small but the living area makes up for it.

It has two bedrooms, and the location is along bus routes (5 minutes to Tofukuji station). Generally clean and facilities are well equipped.

One of the bedrooms is facing the main road with traffic noise. There is scope to improve the lighting in the stairway as well as the sitting room. I also discovered two tiny cockroaches (one live and one dead) near the bathroom. Not much dining places nearby except some convenience stores.

Traditional Japanese house with everything you might need for your stay. It is on a busy road but we weren’t disturbed by road noise. Good transport links close to Tori gates and Gion area. The staff at main checkin which is different from house were great stored our luggage and then arranged free delivery to the house.

Quiet dark inside the main room as little natural light, but no a problem.

The accomodation was exceptional! We stayed in Japan for two weeks during our holiday and the 'Yoinotake' Machiya was by far the best experience. I would strongly suggest if you are visiting Kyoto to stay here for at least two nights, the amount of space available and features make it great value for money.

We checked in expecting to receive the 'Kohaku' Machiya however at the last minute there was an issue with the Boiler. However, the Office contacted us and provided a free upgrade to the 'Yoinotake' Machiya for the length of our stay. Their hospitality and attentiveness was amazing.

Everything! It’s a gorgeous Machiya which was lovely & comfortable to stay in.

Only one tiny thing! The clothes airers provided where great, but one was missing 90% of the pegs… which rendered it mostly useless. The ironing board was also broken & had a hole in the middle.

We loved our stay here. A great option so close to a bus stop and train to explore Kyoto and all it has to offer. A fantastic traditional home.

Clean, near metro and trains, well equipped

Bit noisy from traffic in the road in front

Well thought out. Great location.perfect

Needed a sofa.

nearby station and supermarket