We had six people staying at this home – four children and two adults. It was a perfect spot with everything we needed for a wonderful stay. Check-in was convenient, with great communication. The unit itself was clean and decorated with traditional Japanese art and artifacts. Overall, I would highly recommend.

5 stars!

Great location, fine touches in furnishing and great kitchen plates and good equipment for simple cooking. Will stay again.

Terrific House for a large group

We had four families, 8 adults and 4 children, stayed for a week and had both floors. The house was just like the pictures, a fantastic size with enough space to get away from each other if necessary. Great fittings, plenty of crockery. Good position with major sights and bus/subway within walking distance. We had a fantastic time and would go back again any day..

Wonderful Stay in Kyoto

Our large group of 9 occupied the lower and upper floors of Miyagawacho Samurai Machiya and I was lucky enough to stay in the Hanare Back Building. The property and hosts get a unanimous 10/10 rating from our group. It’s just steps away from Kiyomizu-dera and Nishiki Market, plus lots of small affordable eateries. Thanks for making our stay in Kyoto a comfortable one!

Place was beautiful

Place was beautifully presented and appointed thoughtfully with everything we could need to make our stay comfortable and easy. Akiko provided helpful instructions and information about Kyoto and we felt right at home from the start, and well positioned to enjoy the stay and get the most out of our time. Our queries were answered quickly always. The home was warm and comfortable and we loved staying there.

Family Christmas Holiday

Beautiful old machiya updated with modern conveniences; warm floors, updated kitchen appliances. The machiya has beautiful tatami floors in some sections of the house and beautifully decorated with Japanese artifacts. This machiya comfortably accommodated our family of 11. Can’t say enough good things about the service provided by their efficient staff. We would love to stay here again or any of Akiko’s other properties.

A superb Machiya

Lovely historical building refurbished with impeccable taste! Thank you, we had a splendid time!