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120-years-old house in Kobe with authentic Japanese decor & cultural experiences

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Futons

Bedroom 2

2 Single Futons

Bedroom 3

2 Single Futons

Bedroom 4

2 Single Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

About this property

120-years-old house in Kobe with authentic Japanese decor & cultural experiences

Experience Traditional Japan in a 120-Year-Old Home in Kobe

Two traditional Japanese-style meals are included per night
Dinner included Kobe-beef shabu-shabu

Airport or station pick-up and drop-off service is also included

Consider this historic house your home away from home during your visit to Kobe. Passed down through generations of the Uetuki family for over 120 years, this enchanting property offers a rare glimpse into traditional Japanese living—something you won’t find anywhere else. The property sits on a spacious lot of approximately 1,650 square meters (about 17,800 square feet), providing plenty of space and privacy surrounded by nature and history.

The home features four cozy futon bedrooms for a restful night’s sleep, along with modern amenities including WiFi, a jetted bathtub, a washing machine, and a private sauna—perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration.

Guests can enjoy unique cultural experiences such as cooking rice over a traditional kamado (wood-fired stove), making onigiri (rice balls), preparing matcha (green tea), and even enjoying nagashi-somen (flowing noodles) during the warmer seasons. In the winter, guests can take part in a traditional mochi-tsuki (rice cake pounding) experience right inside the house.

This home offers different seasonal activities throughout the year, allowing guests to enjoy the charm of Japanese culture in every season.

This home blends timeless charm with comfort and hospitality, creating a truly unforgettable stay. Book now to experience the warmth, history, and magic of old Japan—right in the heart of Kobe.

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About the area

Kobe

Nishi, a neighbourhood in Kobe, is home to this holiday home. Akashi Castle and Tetsujin 28 Robot Statue are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kobe Harborland and PLiCO Nishiakashi. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Skymark Stadium or Kobe Green Arena.
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Kobe, Hyogo

What's nearby

  • Shokaiji Temple - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Glycopia Kobe - 10 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kobe Sports Park - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Kobe Universiade Memorial Stadium - 17 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Kobe Green Arena - 18 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Seishinchuo Station - 4 min drive
  • Kobe Kobata Station - 8 min drive
  • Kobe (UKB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪サイゼリヤ 西神中央店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪伝説のからあげ縁 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪ビュッフェレストラン嵯峨野 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪焼肉 牛伝 西神中央店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪どうとんぼり神座プレンティ西神中央店 - ‬4 min drive
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