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MACHIYA RESIDENCE INN accepts reservations up to 8 months in advance (which includes the current month).
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‘Marikoji’ Machiya Holiday Home

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Best Rate Guarantee Starting From 2 Guests / Per Night 40,000 yen〜 (Avg. rate / Tax Incl.)

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Located in downtown Kyoto - just a short walk from the Gion area & Nishiki Market. A traditional Japanese house inspired by Kyoto’s rich tea culture. ‘Marikoji’ Machiya Holiday Home

Nishiki Market Ponto-cho Shijo-Kawaramachi Area Shijo Station Traditional Japanese townhouses

80.62㎡
(867.8 sq ft)
~ 5 Guests
2 Bedroom(s)
2 Double Bed(s)
3 Futons
1 Bathroom
2 Toilet(s)

WiFi
Floor Heating
Kitchen
Electric Stove
Microwave
TV
Apple TV
Hairdryer
Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron / Steamer
AC (with Heater)

Kitchen: ・Refrigerator
・Induction Stovetop
・Microwave
・Toaster
・Electric Kettle
・Rice Cooker
・Cookware
・Plates, Cups & Cutlery
・Kitchen Cloth, Sponge & Dish Soap
・Original MACHIYA Coffee
・Green Tea & Black Tea

Bathroom: ・Face & Bath Towels
・Hair Dryer
・Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Soap
・Hand Soap

Amenities: ・Toothbrush & Toothpaste
・Razor & Shaving Cream
・Cotton Set
・Wash Towel
・Mini Hairbrush
・Free WiFi
・Air Conditioner with Heater Function
・Washing Machine with Dryer Function & Laundry Detergent
・Iron & Ironing Board
・Heated Flooring

*Please bring your own pajamas or sleepwear for a pleasant night’s sleep

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‘Marikoji’ machiya house: a renovated, completely private traditional Japanese holiday house (vacation rental) located in the bustling downtown Shijo area. You'll be within walking distance to Nishiki Market (a 400-year old shopping street lined by more than one hundred shops and restaurants), and the historical streets of Gion and its elegant atmosphere.

On the first floor, you'll not only find a relaxing sofa, but a 'horigotatsu' in the Japanese-style room. A 'horigotatsu' is a traditional Japanese table that's low to the ground and has a sunken floor beneath so that you can comfortably stretch out your legs. Enjoy the view of the Japanese garden from here as you wind down after a day of exploring the city. Upstairs, you'll have 2 separate bedrooms: a bright & airy Western-style bedroom complete with 2 double-size beds and a 'tokonoma' alcove, and a spacious Japanese-style room with high ceilings and tatami-lined floors. This Japanese house also includes: Kitchen, Bathroom with a garden view, 2 Toilets, Washing Machine, Floor Heating, and more.

The perfect blend of tradition and modernity, this machiya is ideal for couples and groups of families & friends who wish to experience the charm of a Kyoto-style machiya house.

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About This Machiya House

Relaxing Japanese-style Living Room A traditional Japanese space that features ‘tatami’ flooring, vibrant ‘kyo-karakami’ paper panels, and a ‘horigotatsu’ table. The ‘horigotatsu’ table is low table with a recessed flooring beneath, that will allow you to stretch out your legs comfortably. This is the perfect place to enjoy a meal or relax after a day of exploring Kyoto city.
・Floor Heating
・4 Chairs / 2 Floor Cushions

Enjoy the 4 distinct seasons of Japan At the furthest end of this Japanese house is a ‘tsuboniwa’ garden, which not only provides light and fresh air, but an atmosphere of zen. This garden features Japanese camelia and ‘momiji’ maple leaves that flourish with the seasons. At night, turn on the garden light to illuminate the space, and enjoy the view from the living room.

Entrance with a Stone Lantern Pass through the entrance curtains and slide open the door, and you’ll be greeted by a traditional stone lantern typically found in tea gardens. Known as an ‘ishi toro’ and hold various meanings depending on its design. It is not only used as a way to light the way, but also holds meaning as a way to overcome trials & tribulations one may encounter.

Seating room with elegant karakami panels Karakami is a type of Japanese paper that features elegant designs that have been hand-stamped using wood blocks. This room features large windows that allow for plenty of natural light, and a sofa that you can relax on while planning for your next day in Kyoto city.
・Floor Heating

Spacious Western-style Bedroom While this 2F room features the elements of a Japanese ‘washitsu’ room, it features 2 double beds for a comfortable night's sleep. When you want to read a book or get ready for the day, you can do so at the desk.
・Sleeps up to 2 guests
・Air Conditioning Unit
・Black-out Blinds
・Floor Heating

Classic Japanese-style Bedroom Wooden beams from this machiya’s original architecture stretch across the high ceilings. Open up the blinds to allow natural light to brighten up the entire room, but take advantage of the black-out blinds at night for a deep sleep.
・Sleeps up to 3 guests
・Air Conditioning Unit
・Black-out Blinds
・Floor Heating (partial area of room)

Renovated, Modern Kitchen This renovated kitchen includes: IH stove top, microwave, toaster, rice cooker, tableware, cookware, and more. As Kyoto’s famous Nishiki Market is just a short walk away, we recommend stopping by to pick up a variety of local ingredients & side dishes to enjoy at ‘Marikoji’ holiday house.
・Floor Heating

Relaxing bath with a garden view Retreat to this luxurious bath after a day of exploring the city. Relax in a hot bath with a view of the ‘tsuboniwa’ garden, or underneath the waterfall shower. Rejuvenate with our custom amenities: shampoo, conditioner and body soap.

Spacious Bathroom A spacious wash basin area to help you get ready for the day, or wind down in the evening. A modern washing machine with dryer function is available for use (laundry detergent provided), which is convenient for both short and long-term stays.

・Washing Machine (with dryer function)
・Toilet (1F & 2F)

Additional Information

Address: 175 Marinokojicho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto JAPAN 600-8084, Japan

Cancellation pollicy: - Click Here to view complete details regarding our cancellation policy.

House rules: - House check-in: 3:00 PM ~ 7:00 PM
- House check-out: ~10:00
^* Please inform us in advance if your arrival will be after 7:00 PM.
^* Instructions on how to check-in will be sent to you from info@machiya-inn-japan.com. Please read prior to your arrival.

Bedding Set-up: The number of beddings prepared will match the number of guests you have made a reservation for, and not the maximum capacity.
Please take a look at the floor plan for details on what beddings are available in this house (as it will differ depending on each house). To make a request for a specific bedding set-up, you must contact MACHIYA RESIDENCE INN at least 2 days before your check-in date. Up to 2 children (5-years-old and younger) staying under our “Children’s Policy” will be required to share a bedding with another guests.

Is this a hotel in Kyoto?: No, this is not a hotel in Kyoto. Our machiya homes are self-catering, private Japanese-style holiday homes (vacation rentals), which are reserved exclusively for 1 group per day. (Guests will not be sharing the house with any other guests). As there are no staff on-site at the house, our traditional Japanese machiya homes are perfect for travelers interested in immersing themselves in local culture in Kyoto!

If you require assistance during your stay, our friendly staff are available via email or telephone between 10AM~7PM. (Emergency assistance is available 24 hours a day.)
Please note that as this is a self-catering holiday homes, and not a hotel, housekeeping during your stay is available for guests who stay 4 night or more.
However, our staff are available for garbage pick-up, to provide additional towels during your stay, and more. We also encourage our guests to reuse bath towels to help us reduce the consumption of water.

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