Room Features

• Beautiful retreat Journey through a quaint local alleyway and come upon a machiya with latticed windows. Pass under the pale blue-green ‘noren’ curtain to find yourself a world away from the busy Gion streets.
  
• Entrance room Enter and discover an expansive space with a ceiling that stretches up two floors. Natural lighting brings out with the luxurious black stone floor that leads you further into the house.
  ・Washing machine
• Living room The machiya’s name derives from the word ‘seiji’, a blue-green pattern found on many Japanese pottery works. The beautiful wallpaper in this room reflects this art form in its design and colour.
  ・Up to 2 x Japanese futon bedding
  ・TV
• Japanese tearoom Walk under the curved doorway to enter the gently illuminated tatami room. The rounded entranceway, tatami flooring and hanging scroll are all special elements of a ceremonial tearoom.
• Bathroom From the large bath, gaze out into the garden while taking a relaxing soak surrounded by aromatic wood - a quintessential Japanese experience that promotes health of the mind and body.
  ・2 x Toilets (1F & 2F)
  
• Western-style room The warm sun light that shines from the skylight window in the hallway leads to the bedroom with soft lighting, slanted ceiling, rich woodwork and large windows.
  ・2 x Twin beds

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Local Information

At the heart of one of the beautifully preserved historical area of Kyoto city, Gion

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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