Luxury Machiya TAKEYA Honkan | Apartment in Kyoto
3 Bedroom Apartment in Nishijin, Kyoto
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
This 3 Bedrooms Apartment provides accommodation with Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Laundry, for your convenience. This Apartment features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Apartment has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Apartment has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Nishijin. Enjoy your stay in Nishijin at this Apartment.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Hair dryer
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2 bathrooms
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3 bedrooms
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Streaming services
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Highchair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Hot tub
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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