Tokyo

"This is a very special place to stay in Kyoto. As soon as we stepped inside, we felt, in many ways, like we'd stepped into Old Japan, and yet all the conveniences for comfortable living were there. The feeling of the machiya is lovely, deep, quiet, even romantic, with a sense of beauty to it we loved. The hosts could not be more easily accessed, friendly or helpful. The neighbourhood is perfectly situated so that you can get to other parts of Kyoto easily by subway (just down the street,) but it is also wonderfully close to many temples, gardens, the Philosphers' Walk, etc. There are good restaurants nearby, too. No question about it -- if you are fortunate enough to stay here, you will love it."