Nestled in the picturesque neighborhood of Higashiyama is ‘Yuzunoe’ machiya house, a private holiday house. This renovated traditional Japanese house, just a short walk from Gion and Heian Jingu Shrine, is the newest addition to our holiday houses in Kyoto City, Japan. Experience the city of Kyoto and the local life in Higashiyama by staying in a traditional machiya accommodation during your Japan vacation.

As you step into ‘Yuzunoe’ machiya house, you’ll be welcomed by sky high ceilings with large wooden beams and bamboo komai clay walls. ‘Yuzunoe’ features 3 western-style bedrooms, a spacious kitchen, living room, and an open-air rotenburo bathtub. ‘Yuzunoe’ can accommodate up to 5 guests, perfect for family or friends traveling to Kyoto City.

To celebrate the grand opening of this Kyoto house, we’ve created a limited-time offer! Make a reservation now to receive 10% OFF your stay, as well as free luggage delivery on your check-in and check-out dates. 

‘Yuzunoe’ machiya house is a renovated Kyoto holiday house in the Higashiyama neighborhood. This private vacation rental offers a modern take on Kyoto’s traditional design. Enjoy modern comforts, such as the large kitchen or relaxing bathroom, while also experiencing the atmosphere of a quintessential Kyoto-style machiya house.

So is ‘Yuzunoe’ a hotel in Kyoto? 

This traditional Japanese house is not your typical Kyoto hotel. ‘Yuzunoe’ machiya is a private Japanese holiday house, where guests are able to rent an entire machiya house to themselves. Enjoy the privacy of having a Kyoto house all to yourself with friends or family.

‘Yuzunoe’ is perfect for travelers wanting to experience a rotenburo outdoor bathing experience. Relax as you enjoy a beautiful view of the garden while soaking in the outdoor bath, designed to feel like an open-air rotenburo. Rejuvenate after a day of sightseeing in Kyoto with our rainfall shower.

One of the best ways to experience local Japanese culture is by food. While staying at ‘Yuzunoe’ machiya house, you have the option of preparing your own meals in the large kitchen space available. The modern kitchen is stocked with an IH stove top, microwave, toaster, rice cooker, tableware, cookware, and more. We recommend shopping at the nearby shopping arcade, or shotengai, for local produce and Japanese cuisine.

‘Yuzunoe’ has a spacious living room to gather and relax in during your stay in Kyoto. The center of the living room features our modern take on the horigotatsu. A traditional horigotatsu is a low table with sunken floors, allowing you to sit in the traditional Japanese fashion on the floor while relaxing. Take advantage of our horigotatsu-style sofa seating to relax with a cup of tea and unwind after a day of touring Kyoto City with your friends or family.

Rest after a long day out and about in Kyoto, Japan and stretch out in one of 3-western-style bedrooms in this traditional Japanese house. Two bedrooms feature double beds while the third has a single size bed.

This Kyoto house is located just a short walk from the famous red torii gate of Heian Jingu Shrine, as well as the charming Gion area. Find historical temples and shrines, museums, local restaurants, shops, and more in the neighborhood surrounding ‘Yuzunoe’ machiya house. Transportation is also a breeze, as both the nearest bus stop and subway station are only a short walk away.