[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan Apartment with kitchen, near Nijō Castle ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668000/35667936/c83efbaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668000/35667936/a90afa61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668000/35667936/4e094fd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668000/35667936/823109b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668000/35667936/ab73e6c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Kinkaku-ji Temple, Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan provides a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan Built over 100 years ago, TAKEYA Kitano Honkan is a fully licensed, fully renovated, traditional Japanese machiya, or townhouse, located in the oldest Geisha district of Kyoto. Equipped with modern amenities including NETFLIX, free WiFi, and air conditioning, yet maintaining traditional touches like a Japanese bath tub, the property has been renovated to the highest standards by award winning architects. Completely restored and renovated to the highest standards by award winning architects, TAKEYA Kitano Honkan is the ideal place to start your Kyoto adventure. In this house, you will find the full suite of modern amenities, such as NETFLIX, free WIFI, and air-conditioning, as well as traditional touches like the gorgeous bathroom and indoor garden with a cherry blossom tree. With 2 western bedrooms and a large Japanese-style tatami room, this spacious house can sleep up to 8 people in comfort. Featuring 2 full bathrooms and another toilet, the house is well equipped by Japanese standards. The entire house is available for the use of guests. Before you arrive, I will send a detailed map with descriptions by email. Located in Kamishichiken, the oldest Geisha district in Kyoto, TAKEYA Kitano Honkan is situated in beautiful heritage surroundings, with a real Geisha house located just around the corner! In this quiet neighborhood, you'll enjoy the atmosphere of old Kyoto away from the hustle and bustle of busy tourist areas. Every 25th of the month, a flea market is held at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, which is just 5 minutes walk away. Ninnaji Temple and Hirano Shrine are located a little further away, both of which are famed for their late-blooming cherry trees, so you can catch the sakura even if you arrive after the peak cherry blossom season. From Kyoto station, take bus 50 and get off at Kamishichiken bus stop. Facing the 7-11, go up the first road on the left and walk 2 minutes to the Post Office, then turn left at the next alley. TAKEYA Kitano Honkan is the fourth house down. From the Kamishichiken bus stop, buses 10 and 203 lead to Shijo Kawaramachi, which is within walking distance of Gion and all the major departmental stores. Bus 10 (opposite direction) will also take you to Ninnaji-temple. 5 minutes walk away lies the Kitano Tenmangu bus stop. From here, you can catch the rapid, tourist orientated 101 and 102 buses, which will take you to both Kinkaku-ji and Ginkaku-ji, the famed Golden and Silver Pavilions, as well as other major tourist destinations. 10 minutes walk away is the Kitano Hakubaicho station. From here, you can catch the Randen line tram to Arashiyama, where the the UNESCO World Heritage Tenryuji-temple lies, along with the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. For larger parties, you can also book our sister property TAKEYA Kitano Bekkan which is located right next door! The website is: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/13419748 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Streaming services - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property located in a resort ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668800/35668712/b64989d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TAKEYA Gojo West (竹屋五条西館) Shimogyo Ward - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=35668712&PinnedHotelID=35668712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106650000/106648200/106648190/3b407139.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Takeya Tenmangu Central Kyoto - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=106648190&PinnedHotelID=106648190&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88760000/88752700/88752637/732b0a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### This is a single building rental of a Kyomachiya that has been in existence since the Meiji Era (1868-1912). 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Machiya Takeya Honkan Kyoto Luxury Machiya Takeya Honkan Kyoto Luxury Machiya Takeya Honkan Private vacation home Luxury Machiya Takeya Honkan Private vacation home Kyoto 193331 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.02975%2C135.73798&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-FDevXjbIlTJMv5df2muPUY5AgU=) Kyoto, Kyoto (prefecture) #### What's nearby - Kinkaku-ji Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Nijō Castle - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Nishiki Market - 6 min drive - 3.9 km - Kyoto University - 7 min drive - 4.7 km #### Getting around - Emmachi Station - 3 min drive - Kitano-Hakubaicho Station - 10 min walk - Itami Airport (ITM) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪castella do paulo - ‬4 min walk - ‪なぶら - ‬4 min walk - ‪桜井屋 - ‬3 min walk - ‪まさ活 - ‬2 min walk - ‪京都 珈道（codou） - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan located? > Located in Central Kyoto, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitano Tenmangū and Kinkaku-ji Temple. Nijō Castle and Kawaramachi Street are also within 3 mi (5 km). Emmachi Station is 23 minutes by foot and Imadegawa Station is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### tom Jan 2, 2018 #### \- Big house, clean, large and modern kitchen - lot of small restaurants very close by, nice \- Big house, clean, large and modern kitchen - lot of small restaurants very close by, nice neighborhood - Host was responsive and open - fit our large family well ##### tom Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### will y. Aug 12, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great neighborhood Perfect house for a family. 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