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

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Best Rate Guarantee Starting From 2 Guests / Per Night 35,000 yen〜 (Avg. rate / Tax Incl.)

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Reservations are accepted up to 8 months in advance
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*The initial rates shown in the calendar are for single occupancy (1 guest). Update the “Number of Guests” at the top of the calendar, and the rate per person will be displayed according to the number of guests.

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Recommended Stays:

~ 3 Guests (Extra Comfort Stay) ~ 4 Guests (Maximum Occupancy Stay)*

*This machiya house has obtained a Hotel Business License issued by the Kyoto City Government with permission to accommodate the maximum number of guests as indicated above.

A leisurely walk along the atmospheric Shirakawa River leads you to Gion, Hanamikoji Street, and other historical sites. ‘Umenoki-an’ Machiya Holiday Home

Gion Area Gion-Shirakawa River Higashiyama Station Traditional Japanese townhouses

41㎡
~ 4 Guests ?
Recommended Stays:
~ 3 Guests (Extra Comfort Stay) ~ 4 Guests (Maximum Occupancy Stay)*
*This machiya house has obtained a Hotel Business License issued by the Kyoto City Government with permission to accommodate the maximum number of guests as indicated above.
1 Bedroom(s)
4 Futons
1 Bathroom
1 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
TV
Air Conditioner with Heater Function
Washing Machine & Laundry Detergent
Iron & Ironing Board
Floor Heating (1F Washroom)
*Please bring your own pajamas or sleepwear for a pleasant night’s sleep

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'Umenoki-an' machiya house: walk along the Shirakawa River in northern Gion to discover the beautiful “Umenoki-an” machiya holiday home.

Step inside to find an entrance room adorned with detailed wooden craftsmanship and a spacious kitchen. Designed in the 'unagi no nedoko' style, where the machiya house stretches far and back, continue further into the classic tatami-lined Japanese room. This Japanese room is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the view of the inner courtyard garden.

Furnished with a Japanese-style table made of red cedar wood, delicate ’shoji’ sliding doors, and ‘tatami’ straw mat floor, each material has been selected to highlight the house’s original architecture.This renovated Kyoto machiya house also includes modern facilities such as a fully furnished kitchen with an IH stovetop, renovated bathroom, WiFi, and more.

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About This Machiya House

Classic Machiya Architecture Known as an “eel’s sleeping place”, the layout of this type of machiya house is long and narrow, allowing you to discover more as you move further into the house.

'Okudo' kitchen Traditionally, the front ‘kudo’ area was both an entranceway and kitchen, allowing you to enter with your shoes on. This allows the inside to seamlessly blend into the outside environment.
・Washing machine

Tatami living room This warm and serene room with a distinctive ceiling highlights intricate Japanese woodwork. Look up to see a variety of materials including a large beam and wooden wickerwork pattern.
・2 x Japanese futon bedding
・TV

'Tsuboniwa' Garden From the living room, gaze out onto the quaint ‘tsuboniwa’ inner garden. The traditional water fountain, Japanese moss and lush greenery bring nature and calm into the house.

Relaxing Bath Walk through the garden to a modern bathroom with a stone bathtub and shower. Traditional machiyas of this style often have the bathroom situated at the back of the house.
・1 x separately located toilet

Japanese-style bedroom This traditional room on the 2nd floor has ‘otafuku’ windows that give you a picturesque view of the gentle Shirakawa River below.  
・Up to 2 x Japanese futon bedding

Additional Information

Address: 479 Umemiyacho Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0061, Japan, 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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