[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Vacation home with kitchen, near Kiyomizu Temple ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35662200/35662169/b25f2534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35662200/35662169/2d7dfbd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35662200/35662169/7f825359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35662200/35662169/0813e581.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35662200/35662169/c176208f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Kyoto Tower, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 91345 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Conveniently located next to the Tofukuji train station, this FULLY LICENSED large house has been fully renovated. Enjoy the traditional lifestyle of the people of Kyoto in full modern comfort and luxury. Convenient and pleasant for large groups. This large house (almost one hundred thirty m2 / 1,350 sq ft) has been entirely renovated -- It opened to the public on April 1st, 2016. With a large LDK (living dining kitchen), five bedrooms, and two bathrooms (in addition to two toilets), this is by far the largest one among our Kyoto Samurai Machiya houses. Luxury features include air conditioning in every room, floor heating in every room on the ground floor and radiators on the upper floor -- you are sure to always feel comfortable. The house features three Japanese tatami mat bedrooms (sleeping on futon) and two Western-style bedrooms with double and single beds. In the large LDK, living dining kitchen room, we have a living area with a couch, a coffee table, and a large flat panel HDTV, a long dining table for up to ten persons, and a fully equipped modern kitchen. On the ground floor, the house features a traditional wooden bathroom with bathtub/shower and a shower room upstairs. There are two toilets, one on each floor. The house is also equipped with a fully automatic All-In-One Washer / Dryer. Everything has been designed to be pleasant and very convenient for larger groups (equipped and spacious enough for up to 9 people). As our guests, you have unlimited access to superfast (optical fiber) internet access via Wi-Fi throughout the house. And you'll be able to enjoy unlimited movies with Netflix, BBC, NHK or FoxNews with the large (52 in) flat panel HDTV. The fully equipped modern kitchen will please anyone who wants to cook at home. A comprehensive selection of cooking utensils, an induction cooktop, dishwasher, microwave oven/oven, all kind of appliances such as rice cooker, toaster, blender, electric kettle, regular coffee machine, and dishes, plates, glasses, cutlery for up to 9 guests. And of course, you'll find all the basic ingredients such as salt-pepper, oil, sauce, soja, etc. The setting is particularly convenient for people who stay for a longer period and who want to eat at home. 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 Tofukuji Machiya for yourselves and have access to everything it has to offer, traditional Kyoto lifestyle with luxury modern comfort (with the exception of a closet reserved for housekeeping). We offer 24/7 concierge services (within reason), luggage storage and we're always available for any help necessary for information, preparation, restaurant reservation, suggestion, advice, etc. We love Kyoto and like to share our interest 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 next to Tofukuji train station, which is one stop away (JR) from Kyoto station. It is near a number of interesting places and right next to convenient bus stops. It offers easy access to most of what Kyoto has to offer. We are less than 1 mile (1.6 km) away from Kyoto station, near the Tofukuji temple, not far from the Sanjusangendo Temple and the National Museum. It takes less than 10 min to reach the Kyoto station (by train or taxi), about 10 min (by bus) to go to Gion and the touristic geisha area, etc. The bus stop is an easy way to go directly to a number of the important touristic sites of the city. Two train stations (JR and Keihan) are located 5 min away from the house. Bus stops are a mere couple of minutes away. And there are always taxi available around. We have decorated the house with old traditional Japanese art crafts such as a Samurai armor, traditional wedding Kimono, Japanese dolls, old Noh mask, protective Gods against fire (Hotei-san), panels, 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 luxurious modern comfort you can wish for. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Tatami (woven mat) flooring ### Entertainment - Netflix - Streaming services - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - In the city center ### 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 - Recycling - Unit size: 1,345 square feet ## Similar properties ![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=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=57537935&PinnedHotelID=57537935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39670100/39670034/5533e4fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Miyagawacho Samurai Machiya, Miyagawacho Samurai Machiya Gion - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=39670034&PinnedHotelID=39670034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78483900/78483875/eac6c92e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sankoku Bashira - Large exquisite machiya house with beautiful garden Central Kyoto - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=78483875&PinnedHotelID=78483875&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=78483868&PinnedHotelID=78483868&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 Kyoto Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Kyoto Kyoto Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Private vacation home Kyoto Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Private vacation home Kyoto 545200 ## About the area Located in Kyoto, this vacation home is in the city center. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley 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. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting. 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Kyoto Tower and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 1 mi (2 km). Tofukuji Station is only a 4-minute walk and Kujo Station is 16 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya 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 37 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan B. Feb 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Kyoto This house was a comfortable and clean property. The feel is authentic. Located close to a train station for ease of transport. Great place to stay. ##### Ryan B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark W. Jul 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic family getaway This property made our trip memorable, comfortable, and special. Highly recommend. ##### Mark W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John O. Mar 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location! Lots of space and set up very well. Close to trains, stores, groceries. Great for a family. ##### John O. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Ronald H. Dec 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A taste of living in Kyoto My family enjoyed the sense of staying in an authentic Japanese home. The facilities, furnishings and neighborhood required adaptations, none of which were particularly onerous. The location is within walking distance of beautiful shrines, temples and parks. Recommended for physically active cultural explorers. ##### Ronald H. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma S. Aug 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely machia, brilliant location A total joy to stay here. Brilliant location, it was so easy to travel around Kyoto. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay and we loved all the extras like Samurai Jim and the wedding kimono. Thank you ##### Emma S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renata P. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property with great location Easy to find and just as described. Samurai Jim was a fun host LOL Area is quaint with 7-11 and Familymart close by. Station is a quick 5 minute walk. Had everything we needed. ##### Renata P. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia C. Apr 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, great location! The place is as special as the beautiful photos! We chose this for the comfortable kitchen/dining/living area and the wonderful location, close to the train station, and it did not disappoint!. We had a lovely time! Thank you! ##### Julia C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara D. Oct 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT HOUSE, GREAT LOCATION This is a lovely Japanese house that easily accomodated all 8 of us. The kitchen was fully equipped and had a lovely kitchen table to gather around. Terrific location near JR line. Great local restaurants an easy walk away. Bed rooms were lovely. We'd highly recommend this house. ##### Barbara D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas C. Apr 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Home, Location, and Phenomenal Hosts We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Machiya. The home was great, as expected. The most phenomenal aspect was amazing communications with Akiko ans Patrick! Anytime we asked for ideas or assistance, they were very responsive. Thanks for the wonderful experience. ##### Thomas C. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard C. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay in Kyoto This home is a real gem and easily accommodated our large family. It is in a great location within walking distance of the Tofukuji station, and not far from Kyoto station either. It was a perfect home-base for our travels throughout the greater Kyoto area for the week. The owner (Akiko-san) was very supportive and accommodating too. The house is well cared for and we all enjoyed the traditional, artistic decor, and the modern conveniences. Highly recommend! ##### Richard C. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B., Chula Vista Jun 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enchanting Machiya We had a wonderful stay at the Tofukuji Machiya. There was plenty of space for our family of seven. We were looking for a traditional Japanese living experience for our boys and this property was the perfect balance of tradition and modern conveniences. Great location, just a short walk to the local train station. Highly recommend this property! ##### Heather B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly G. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great find in Kyoto! We loved staying in this beautiful home. Akiko was awesome about answering any questions before we arrived. Also helping us with forwarding our luggage. Our group of 6 had plenty of room to spread out with 2 full bathrooms and a large kitchen. We also loved how close we were to the train station -5 mins. Also there are stores really close for getting beverages and snacks for your stay. The house is well decorated and a true gem. We will highly recommend Akiko and her properties. ##### Kimberly G. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tim f. Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect base The house is beautiful (pictures are very accurate) and was a great base for exploring Kyoto. The house is perfectly renovated, combining old world charm and modern functionality. It’s in a great area – feels like you are really « living « in a typical neighborhood in Kyoto, yet extremely easy to get anywhere given proximity to the Tofukuji train station. House is well organized, thoughtfully set-up, and everything works. We stayed in the winter and the under floor radiant heating on the lower floor was especially nice. Good bathrooms and the main kitchen/living room area is especially welcoming and where we spent most of our time. Akiko (owner) and Jenny from the agency were extremely responsive, helping us with the luggage shipping, etc. Highly recommend ! ##### tim f. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### todd T. Nov 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent experience The house was great. It was well decorated!! Which made for a unique experience. The information about Kyoto, bus routes, and the local area was fantastic. I kept hitting my head on the traditional doors, lol, but worth it to stay in the traditional style home. ##### todd T. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kupala F. Mar 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great find and gracious hosts! The property decor is perfect. The style was both beautiful and comfortable. We travelled with young kids and were a bit worried with some of the antique pieces. However, the house was so well laid out there was no problem. The bathroom was wonderful. Kitchen great for family meal. Above all, Akiko was so incredibly help and truly made out time in Kyoto special. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend. ##### Kupala F. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin L., Gillette NJ Dec 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traditional Immersion and Great Location! The house was amazing for our size group! And the amenities were up to date and very convenient. The kids enjoyed “Jim” and having the separate eating/chilling room from the bedrooms offered great flexibility with the schedules for all the people in the group. Everything was clean and property managers were super responsive to all our needs. And one of the happy surprises of the place was the location in relation to the city overall. The JR station was really close and if you enjoy walking the streets of the city, everything is relatively close to get to! Thanks for everything!! ##### Kristin L. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joydeep H. Dec 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Terrific place to stay in Kyoto! This was an outstanding place! The 6 of us loved it. Spacious and very clean. 2 toilets and 2 showers. Western and tatami bedrooms. Modern kitchen. Washer/dryer. 3 minute walk from Tofukuji station (JR and Keihan) which is 1 stop from Kyoto station by JR. Also convenient to go to Nara. Convenience store and few restaurants nearby. Overall, highly recommended for an authentic experience. ##### Joydeep H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth C. Jan 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Japanese experience with Western comforts Our family of my husband and I and adult children stayed here for 4 nights. The prep for how to find and advance communication was excellent (including helping us with a Christmas Day dinner reservation we were struggling to make from the USA before we arrived). We loved the blend of rooms with tatami mats and western beds. The kitchen had a large table and as noted in the listing, rice maker, pot for hot water, pots, pans and dishes. We loved the tatami room with the Samari. We loved the heated toilet seat and the shower had plenty of warm water. The location is wonderful--in a neighborhood near small stores for basic groceries (7/11, Food Mart, and several others) and the subway. I had one questions re a location we were going to and received an answer right away. I highly recommend and would stay here again. ##### Beth C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samy L. Mar 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Accommodation I came for vacation with my family. The directions to the place was easy to follow and it was easy to check in, especially when we arrived fairly late. The home was very spacious and had plenty of room to accommodate 8 adults. It is conveniently located to tourist attractions and the train station. Being an old house, we had a power outage when using plenty of appliances at the same time, but the staff were quick to come & help resolve the issue. The stairs made it difficult to go up with heavier luggage and hard for older people to go up and down. It’s even more convenient when there is two bathrooms for such a large group to use, which is difficult to find in this area. The experience to stay in a updated Machiya made the overall trip amazing. I would definitely recommend it and would definitely stay here again. ##### Samy L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### adriane t. Dec 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful base to explore Kyoto The machiya combines the best of a charming, traditional, historic home with modern comforts and convenience. Our group included seven people (adults and three "tweens") and the home was both cozy and spacious enough for us to enjoy for a week in the cool autumn weather. Very well maintained and well furnished, in a quiet neighborhood and conveniently located near shops, restaurants, Tofukuji train station, and walking distance to several major temples. The host, Akiko, and the property managers were all very welcoming and responsive to messages. They assisted us very kindly with recommendations, restaurant reservations, and luggage transfer. The only thing we thought could be improved is that the walking directions for finding the machiya were a little hard to follow (especially at night), but we did finally make it there! A few wording changes in the instructions would address this. We would absolutely love to visit again and are already dreaming of a return to Kyoto. Many thanks! Arigato gozaimasu! ##### adriane t. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth S. May 2, 2025 ##### Beth S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori S. Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An amazing place The house was amazing exactly as promised online. Great kitchen, has a place for laundry and when my son left his wedding ring…they found a way to send it back. Amazing location to walk to a train or 7-11 or sushi and I took many morning walks to see shrines and historic sites. ##### Lori S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yannick H. Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kyoto Sehr sauber super zentrale Lage sowie eine schöne Inneneinrichtung des Hauses ##### Yannick H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber Y. Oct 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home! This was a lovely home to stay at. We really enjoyed the modern kitchen and dining space as a common area. It was located well with a Family Mart on the way back from the Tofukuji station. The only drawback I'd say is if you have mold sensitivities, there was a slight odor attached to our belongings after leaving the VRBO. And there were several mosquitoes around the outdoors, so bring spray. Besides that, it was a lovely home with the right balance of historic and modern. ##### Amber Y. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DENNIS B., BEAUX ARTS Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful$ This home is an fun, quaint neighborhood with lots to do and only one stop from Gion or Kyoto Station. Outstanding decor, lots of space and wonderful vibe. Look no further, this is the place to stay! Large home that can easily accommodate up to 10 if needed. ##### DENNIS B. 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