[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gojozaka Samurai Machiya, Gojozaka Samurai Machiya Vacation home with kitchen, near Kiyomizu Temple ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35594700/35594682/31e741d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35594700/35594682/5d4938ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35594700/35594682/fe888f8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35594700/35594682/bcaf74b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35594700/35594682/665650d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Gojozaka Samurai Machiya, Gojozaka Samurai Machiya provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9915 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gojozaka Samurai Machiya, Gojozaka Samurai Machiya Near Kiyomizu Temple, in a quiet location, FULLY LICENSED Gojozaka Machiya has all the charm of an old traditional Kyoto townhouse, with luxurious modern facilities and comfort. Fully renovated, it will be the perfect location to stay for a visit to Kyoto. This large house (over 85 m2 / 900 sq ft) has been fully renovated. It features two Japanese tatami mat bedrooms (sleeping on futons) and one Western-style bedroom with one double bed. Depending on the number of guests, as is traditionally done in Japan, the living room can also be used as a bedroom by placing futons on the tatami mats. In the kitchen dining room, we have a large dining table for 9 people. On the ground floor, the house features a traditional wooden bathroom with a bathtub and a shower room upstairs. It has two toilets. It is also equipped with a fully automatic All-In-One Washer / Dryer. Everything has been designed to be very convenient for a larger group (spacious enough for up to 9 people). As our guest, you have unlimited access to super fast (optical fiber) internet access via Wi-Fi throughout the house. And you'll be able to enjoy unlimited movies with Netflix (or use the Blu-Ray Disk player) with the large (60 in) flat panel HDTV. The fully equipped modern kitchen will please anyone who wants to cook at home. A large selection of cooking utensils, an induction cooktop, dishwasher, microwave oven/oven, all kinds of appliances such as rice cooker, toaster, blender, electric kettle, regular coffee machine, and dishes, plates, glasses, cutlery for ten guests. The setting is particularly convenient for people who stay for a longer period and who want to eat at home. And of course, you'll find all the basics such as salt-pepper, oil, sauce, soja, etc. If this Machiya is not available for your preferred dates, be sure to check out our other places -- go to our profile to find them! As our guests, you'll have all the Gojozaka Machiya for yourselves and have access to everything it has to offer, traditional lifestyle with modern comfort (with the exception of a closet reserved for housekeeping). We offer concierge services (within reason), luggage storage and we're always available for any help necessary for information, preparation, restaurant reservation, suggestions, advice, etc. We love Kyoto and like to share our interests with our guests. We also have a dedicated website (mykyotomachiya) full of information and pictures to enable our guests to fully explore and enjoy this wonderful city. The house is very conveniently located in the Higashiyama district, in a quiet residential area near a number of sights, restaurants, bars, and more. The house is located just south of Gojo Street, next to the crossing with Higashi Oji Street, about 2.2 km (22 min on foot) away from Kyoto station and the JR lines. It takes about 10 min and yen 1,000 by taxi. Kiyomizu-Gojo station (Keihan line) is less than 12 minutes away. Gojo subway station is 15 minutes away. In addition, several Kyoto Bus stops are a mere 300 m away from the house. And there are always taxis available around. We have decorated the house with old traditional Japanese art crafts such as Samurai armor, traditional wedding Kimono, Japanese dolls, Noh mask, protective Gods against fire (Hotei-san), etc. for a more refined atmosphere. You'll experience the traditional way of living of the people of Kyoto and enjoy a unique cultural experience, with all the modern comfort you can wish for. Note that there is a flight of stairs to access the house -- this may be an issue for older people with reduced mobility. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Tatami (woven mat) flooring ### Entertainment - Netflix - Streaming services - TV ### Laundry - All-in-one washer/dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycle parking - Double-glazed windows - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Unit size: 915 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78483900/78483868/7f63651a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enso-an - Refined cozy house in heart of Kyoto Higashiyama Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=78483868&PinnedHotelID=78483868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35620000/35610700/35610667/4da23c91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gojo Samurai Machiya, Gojo Samurai Machiya Higashiyama Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=35610667&PinnedHotelID=35610667&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603000/33602908/8f749f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3bedrooms 3bathrooms near Kiyomizu Temple with Private Japanese Garden-Max 10P Gion - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33602908&PinnedHotelID=33602908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57540000/57538000/57537935/a4422e6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A relaxing guest house with a scent of learning an / Kyoto Kyōto Central Kyoto - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=57537935&PinnedHotelID=57537935&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 ### Property is also known as Gojozaka Samurai Machiya Kyoto Gojozaka Samurai Machiya Private vacation home Gojozaka Samurai Machiya Private vacation home Kyoto 545198 ## About the area Higashiyama Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, is home to this vacation home. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse. 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Kawaramachi Street and Yasaka Shrine are also within 1 mi (2 km). Tofukuji Station is 22 minutes by foot and Gojo Station is 22 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gojozaka Samurai Machiya, Gojozaka Samurai Machiya Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 30 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Totally enchanted with the property- I have zero complaints. Samurai Joe is amazing! I wish we would have been staying longer in the area just so I could stay in the house! Great job with the reno and decor!! ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traditional House in a perfect location The house was everything we imagined a traditional Japanese house would be. It was also immaculately clean with every modern convenience. The location was perfect! ##### Michelle S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen C. May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Property in Great Location This was our first visit (3 adults ) to Japan and we made our way from Tokyo to Kyoto on the Shinkansen on Day 1. We communicated with the hosts ahead of time about our 9pm arrival and we successfully checked in weeks before. It’s a little challenging to find in the dark, but that was due to our schedule. There are a lot of stairs getting to the Machiya and steep steps up to the second floor. This is a very comfortable and quiet property with plenty of room. The location is very convenient to the Kyoto Train Station and very walkable to many restaurants, coffee shops and interesting tourist sites. We are already planning our next trip back and would stay here again, for sure! ##### Colleen C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RAFAEL C. Jan 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location for Kyoto’s treasures. We had great time. ##### RAFAEL C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony C. Aug 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleased Very happy with our stay. Good place to call home while we explored all of Koyoto and the surrounding areas. ##### Anthony C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Antony S. Dec 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely welcoming Japanese house We stayed over the Christmas week with six adults. The house had great character and was warm and accommodating to our needs ##### Antony S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Julianne F. Oct 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay with cool traditional housing The stay was great and Akiko was very responsive and helpful. The only downside was the mugginess outside crept inside and there were a few bugs in the rooms, but that can be expected a bit during rainy season! Overall very cool spot ##### Julianne F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Newton L. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and convenient location! Beautiful and gorgeous Machiya. 20 min walk to Gion district and amazing food. Host was very kind to provide detailed instructions, please be sure to use them as the Google maps location can be confusing. Rooms were beautifully furnished and kitchen was well supplied. Definitely would stay again! ##### Newton L. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. Aug 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Hospitality True to the pictures; well-maintained; comfortable beds. Host was responsive to my many questions and she lent her expertise especially in helping to arrange a traditional dinner for us upon arrival. ##### Mary M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher S. Jun 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house Wonderful house in Kyoto in an excellent location. Akiko was amazingly responsive. ##### Christopher S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn K. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular place! Beautiful home and we loved our stay; enough room for our brood of 6 and absolutely enjoyed the authentic aspects of this home and the decorations. Thank you! ##### Kathryn K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rachel h. Aug 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gojozaka Family Vacation Awesome!!!! ##### rachel h. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dylan H. Dec 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely House in a great location! Absolutely loved staying at Akiko and Patrick's house, it was a great place to unwind in after long days of exploring the beautiful city of Kyoto. The residence had all the right accommodations and Akiko was very responsive and courteous when I had any problems or questions. I won't hesitate to book this spot again when I come back to Kyoto! ##### Dylan H. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark M. Aug 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Good Stay Overall, great place to stay in Kyoto. Checking in was a bit of an ordeal if you're coming in from somewhere right around 7pm (when the office closes). Also, directions to check-in office would be easier if they just provided the address since everyone has Google Maps now. Other than that, the residence was really cool--great vibe. ##### Mark M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rowan B. May 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place The property was beautiful and well taken care of. There was enough room for all 8 of us and is a great place to stay if you want a more traditional house. It was really close to Kiyomizu-dera, but aside from that the location was pretty far from any trains or subways (15-20 min walk). There was no good way to get to Kyoto station that isn't walking or taking a taxi and the taxi's in the area are not great. ##### Rowan B. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine W. Nov 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Nice property We stayed for 5 nights and enjoyed our stay. The house is decorated beautifully and we had plenty of room for the three of us. As many others have mentioned the stairs are steep and we did have some difficulty getting to the place. Please make sure to ask for explicit directions. The location is quite a ways from the downtown Kyoto area but it is near a bus stop so that helps. The western bed downstairs was comfortable and the Japanese bath was easy to use and relaxing. ##### Christine W. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne D., Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our haven in Kyoto We loved our four-night stay at Gojozaka Samurai Machiya in Kyoto. The house was a delight; all the modern touches but still with the real feel of a historic machiya. The automatic bath was great! Yes, the stairs are steep so this is not a house for people with mobility issues, but if you can manage the stairs it's well worth it. The location was also very convenient, and the Lawson just down the street had everything we needed. Please try the Windmill sake and craft beer bar next to the Lawson - the best sake we tasted on our trip and the owner Nao is very friendly and engaging. ##### Joanne D. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne Nov 7, 2018 #### We just loved our stay in Gojozaka Samurai Machiya, the house was fantastic in that it was a true We just loved our stay in Gojozaka Samurai Machiya, the house was fantastic in that it was a true Japanese house with beautiful decor, it was super clean and we had everything we could want for a pleasant stay in Kyoto. There were various eating places and convenience stores just a short walk away. The staff at the office were extremely polite and very helpful and accomodating to our needs, in short, we just loved the house, the location and the overall Japanese experience and would highly recommend this place!! Thank you very much Akiko, you are the best! We will be back. ##### Wayne Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doris D. Jul 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kyoto Machiya Home has a wonderful old Japan style throughout. Dark wood throughout, beautiful masks, hangings, kimonos and the Samari warrior. Shoji window coverings and room divider, peaceful front and rear gardens and an old style ofuro (bath) were very enjoyable too. The home's description book covers all the homes features and is easy to read. The home was organized and public areas were clean (though some areas like the window sill need a good dust). Comfortable western bed and everyone enjoyed their tatamis. Would recommend adding a couple days supply of coffee, tea and a few basic supplies. As some of the reviews state, the stairs leading down (and back up of course) are very steep and difficult to maneuver with any type of luggage. Additionally the interior steep, narrow stairs to the second floor are not for anyone with mobility issues. That said all these things made for a more old world Japan experience that our entire party enjoyed. ##### Doris D. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shahabuddin k., Las Vegas Jun 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and stay This is a very nice house that is done up in a traditional Japanese style so it's a cool experience. There were 5 us and it was pretty cozy. Be aware that by North American standard japanese homes are small. The decor is fantastic and the place was very clean. All the essentials were there in terms of cutlery, appliances etc altho we could not find the ironing board and iron. Having a washer drier and bedrooms with AC is a life saver. The communications with the owner were quick and courteous. We didn't need anything after the initial check in so didn't have to contact the property manager. There is a 24h convenience store with an ATM a few minutes away by foot so all the essentials are there. Taxis are cheap in Kyoto so that's what we used. Lots of restaurants around as well as uber eats. The two most important things to point out... The home.location is tricky so make sure to party attention too your emails because in there are detailed directions to the house in e ish and japanese. I neglected to look at that and had to scramble last minute. The owner sends a lot of detailed useful info in the communications so don't miss that. Second point is that the house is located down a flight of steep stairs. There is a ramp made out of planks to help with the luggage as long as you have wheels on it lol. If anyone has mobility issues be aware of this and maybe get some help. We would highly recommend this house as a more authentic alternative to a hotel. ##### shahabuddin k. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vida D. Nov 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, cultural, and quiet location This was a wonderful location that was closed to Gion but also very quiet and residential. We loved how tranquil, technical, and aesthetic the home was. Will stay at this location again in the future. ##### Vida D. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa K. Aug 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful, spacious property We really enjoyed our stay! The accommodations were spacious, clean, and the air conditioning was excellent and appreciated. Check in went very smoothly. We appreciated the extra instructions for how to communicate with taxi drivers since the property is located down an alley. Sometimes we had to also show taxi drivers a pinned location on a map and since we don’t speak Japanese, I’m not sure why some of the drivers were confused with the provided instructions in Japanese. Our only issues were the downstairs shower only had tepid water. (The upstairs shower water was nice and hot.) Water pressure was outstanding. Also, the stairs down from the alley to the house and the stairs in the house were hard with our suitcases. I would recommend putting some kind of barrier or gate at the top of the stairs that people could use at night time since it’s a steep drop right outside the bedroom door. Would definitely recommend this VRBO to friends and family! ##### Lisa K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dhavan S. Jun 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing, authentic place to stay Overall a great place to stay when visiting Kyoto. The place was clean and organized, and Akiko was a great host and answered all our questions in a timely manner. Location wise, the house is a bit further from all of the main Kyoto attractions, but it is close to several bus routes, making getting around a breeze. Would definitely recommend when visiting Kyoto. ##### Dhavan S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jim B. Apr 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smallar than the pictures indicated The house is not a big as expected. the pictures make the house look larger. The steps are a concern. They are very steep and uneven. Very hard to get luggage up and down the steps. Good location - over all a fine place. ##### Jim B. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane Y. Jan 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for family get together This is a very unique house to experience a traditional japanese living. We have 4 families (9 people) and the place fits us well. It's a bit small on the kitchen and living room, but this is very typical in Japan. My son was very excited about sleeping on Tatami and it's also very comfortable. The people at the office speaks good english, so communication is easy. The only thing that is not convenient is the steep stairs and also the stair down to the house. My parents (70s) were able to handle it, but they were active seniors, Otherwise, this is great house to stay. ##### Diane Y. 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