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Uta Yomi Dori - Spacious and artistic machiya

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A traditional Japanese house with a wooden entrance gate, a tiled roof, and a small garden area.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a shoji screen door, a bookshelf, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and large windows with a view.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view through a shoji screen.
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a bamboo fence, and lush greenery in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nanzen-ji Temple

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
  • Place, Eikan-do Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Heian Shrine
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Philosopher's Path
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, this chalet is in the city centre. 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. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Okazaki Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eikan-do Temple - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Heian Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Philosopher's Path - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nanzen-ji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 3 min drive
  • Keage Station - 11 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ドトールキッチン - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪旬菜食健 ひな野 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪権太呂岡崎店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪南禅寺順正 - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Uta Yomi Dori - Spacious and artistic machiya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Uta Yomi Dori - Spacious and artistic machiya?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Uta Yomi Dori - Spacious and artistic machiya?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Uta Yomi Dori - Spacious and artistic machiya located?

Located in Sakyo Ward, this chalet is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kyoto Municipal Zoo, Kyoto University and Yasaka Shrine. Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Keage Station is 11 minutes by foot and Higashiyama Station is 16 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful gem in a quiet neighborhood near temples and the zoo. If you are up for taking the bus, it’s super easy to get anywhere from here. What a gorgeous place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2026
Dear Dan, thank you for your kind words. We are glad to hear that you loved the beauty of our house and its location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope we can meet again in Kyoto! Feby Japan Experience
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing, the location was perfect, and the host was very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2025
Dear Tim, thank you for your kind words. It was really nice meeting you and your family. Hope we could meet again in Kyoto. Feby
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Tge place was fantastic, tucked away from the busy noise of the city but still very accessible by foot, bus, or taxi. The kitchen was perfect for what we needed. Its a great spot for a couple, but would be crowded with more people. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and the unplugged aspect of it made it even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2026
Dear Jeffrey, thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I hope we can meet you again in Kyoto. Feby
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location!

Very nice house, nice quiet neighborhood. Nice that there’s a convenience store a short 5 minute walk away. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood but close to multiple bus routes and attractions. The home was very clean and comfortable. Our host that greeted us was very friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Kyoto Experience

Great Kyoto Experience
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place we stayed in all of Japan. It's actually nicer than the pictures portray if you can believe it. Location is the only slight downside as you mostly will end up taking taxis everywhere other than the Heian shrine. Must comfortable beds and blankets, pillows we had as well. If you're cooking at all the kitchen is amazing. Wish I had used the meditation room but only discovered at at the end.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Quiet convenient location

Beautiful interior, quiet nice neighborhood, good access to buses and stores. Only drawbacks we could mention are awkward stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2024
We thank you for your review and will be pleased to welcome you again in Uta Yomi Dori house. The Japan Experience team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Happy

Property was clean, well maintained, and decently spacious. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Kyoto Gem

Great location, very comfortable, excellent communication, and beautifully appointed. We loved the neighborhood with a great market, lots of restaurants within walking distance, and of course, easy access to the subway. We highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!

Uta Yomi Dori is the perfect base to explore Kyoto. It's close to the Gion district and the Philosopher's Path. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, this well appointed home offers subtle luxury with Japanese sensibility. I will definitely stay here again next time I'm in Kyoto!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best experience

The house kept with the traditional Kyoto style, yet was state-of-the-art modern and spacious. Quiet neighborhood, yet a short walk to main thoroughfares and nightlife. We were sorry to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stove is kinda hard to use the pans need to be the right weight to make the burner activate. Host gave some amazing food recommendations which more than made up for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2025
Dear Jordan, Thank you for your kind words. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon. Best regards, Feby
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem!

We visited Kyoto for three days, two nights, and this was the perfect oasis we needed after full days of travel and sight seeing. The pictures do NOT do it justice! Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, the property was warm and inviting. Spacious yet cozy, the entire home was thoughtfully adorned and outfitted. Highly recommend if you are looking for a tranquil space to feel like a local.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming & aesthetic luxury in elegant neighbourhood

Beautiful and spacious apartment, very well equipped kitchen, 2 comfortable bathrooms, 2 spacious tatami rooms on second floor and 1 extra tatami space on ground floor; modern design, beautifully decorated with lots of little corners to sit and read. Charming Japanese garden. Great communication with Japan Housing experience & Angel, Vadim :) Walking distance from Gion, quiet & elegant area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2023
Dear Annsophie, We thank you for your review. We wish we can welcome you again in one of our properties. The Japan Experience team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous spacious home

Just a gorgeous home. We LOVED it! Spacious, beautifully furnished and quiet. The downstairs bathroom was amazing, looking out into the beautifully walled garden. The street was wonderfully quiet but just a 5 minute walk to a busy street with a grocery store & 7-11. This home so enhanced our stay in Kyoto. It was really a peaceful oasis to let us rest up for our sightseeing. We will definitely stay here again when we return to Japan. Our contact was amazing & has been so helpful returning a phone that we left accidentally. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property in quiet and great location

Property has two bedrooms up and a third room downstairs that can also be used as one with a door that closes. Two full baths, one with a shower and one with a bathtub and shower head. House is well appointed, including a washer and dryer as well as umbrellas and slippers for use. The neighborhood is lovely and very quiet - 5 minute walk to the local grocery store and about 15 to the subway, which is what we used for the week we stayed here. We visited many of the local sites via subway and/or walking. Kitchen has modern appliances and was well equipped - we cooked at least daily. The property was great and perfect for my two adult sons and me - we would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Clean spacious machiya 25min walk to Gion

Overall we enjoyed our stay. The machiya is clean and spacious however the AC in the main bedroom upstairs is not working well. House manual needs to be more extensive e.g remotes need more translation. Do not use the Dryer function. It will ruin your clothes. Also manager Charlie is not very responsive at all.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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