Room Features

• Exterior With its lattice windows and wooden doors, and traditional entranceway, Seiji-an is the epitome of refinement. Journey through a small alleyway, and find yourself a world away from the busy Gion streets.
  
• Entrance In contrast to the narrow entrance of the house, the ceiling stretches up two floors to create an open and airy atmosphere. The luxurious black stone flooring will lead you to three different areas of the house.
  
• Living Room The name, “Seiji-an,” derives from the term “seiji,” a blue-green pattern found on many Japanese potteries.Enjoy the different views and patterns as the natural light and paper lantern lighting reflects off of the beautiful wallpaper. View the tsuboniwa garden — a distinct feature of the machiya.
  ・Up to 2 x Japanese futon bedding can be set
• Tea Room Walk under the low rounded doorway to enter the gently lit-up two tatami room. This tearoom was designed as a way to create a harmonious flow between the living room and entranceway. It is a cozy space for you to unwind in and have a sense of peace by yourself.
  
• Kitchen The kitchen is fitted with a sleek, black counter top and modern kitchen fixture. With enough space for you to prepare your own meals using ingredients picked up from Nishiki Market or the local supermarket, you will be able to cook a Kyoto-inspired home cooked meal any time.
  
• Bathroom From the large bath you can gaze out into the garden while taking a relaxing soak. It is a quintessential Japanese experience that will help you forget about your everyday life.
  ・Bathtub/Shower
  ・2 x Toilets (1F & 2F)
• 2F Western-style Room The warm sunlight that shines from the skylight window in the hallway leads to a bedroom with orderly lattice sliding doors and a beautiful sloping ceiling.
  ・2 x Twin-sized Beds

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Local Information

"Seiji-an" evokes a sense of adventure, while embodying an air of refinement.

Gion, Kyoto. One of the beautifully preserved historical area of Kyoto city -- with traditional houses and shops lining the streets, paper lanterns lighting up the night, and home to wonderful restaurants and sightseeing attractions. Although this machiya can be found in one of the most popular districts of Kyoto, you'll be transported a world away during your stay in this machiya house.

Take an early morning stroll along the Kamogawa River, a short 5 minute walk away. In the spring, the river will be lined with the beautiful sight of pink cherry blossom trees, while summer offers cool shade of the lush green trees.

At night you can relax and enjoy Gion’s nighttime scene, as paper lanterns light up the stone-cobbled streets -- offering you a completely different side of this beautiful city. The famous Minamiza Kabuki Theatre is around the corner, while the picturesque & historical street of "Hanamikoji" is a 1 minute walk away. Forget about time as you take in the atmosphere, and enjoy every moment of your Kyoto trip.

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