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‘Shikoku-an’ Machiya Holiday Home

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‘Shikoku-an’ Machiya Holiday Home

Gion Area Hanamikoji Street Nishiki Market Ponto-cho Traditional Japanese House

55.0㎡
~ 4 Guests
2 Bedroom(s)
2 Single Bed(s)
2 Futons
1 Bathroom(s)
2 Toilet(s)

WiFi
Floor Heating
Kitchen
Electric Stove
Microwave
TV
Apple TV
Hairdryer
Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron / Steamer
AC (with Heater)

Kitchen: Refrigerator
Induction Stovetop
Microwave
Toaster
Electric Kettle
Rice Cooker
Cookware
Plates, Cups & Cutlery
Kitchen Cloth, Sponge & Dish Soap
Original MACHIYA Coffee
Green Tea & Black Tea

Bathroom: Face & Bath Towels
Hair Dryer
Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Soap
Hand Soap

Amenities: Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Razor & Shaving Cream
Cotton Set
Wash Towel
Mini Hairbrush
Free WiFi
TV
Air Conditioner with Heater Function
Washing Machine & Laundry Detergent
Iron & Ironing Board

*Please bring your own pajamas or sleepwear for a pleasant night’s sleep

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A 6-minute walk from the historical Gion area & atmospheric Ponto-cho Alley lanes

‘Shikoku-an’ machiya house, located in the heart of central Kyoto, near the tranquil Takasegawa River. An elegant machiya designed with a dark ‘shikkui’ earthen exterior, a unique feature that is rare even amongst traditional machiya houses.

With a name inspired by the traditional ‘’shikoku’ color (black with subtle purple hue), ”Shikoku-an” machiya house features the skills of Kyoto’s many craftsmen. In addition to its striking exterior, the interior is designed with ‘juraku-nuri’ earthen clay walls (specially covered in rare ‘juraku’ clay found in only specific areas of Kyoto).

Slide open the shoji-paper doors of the 1F living room to reveal a modern kitchenette, perfect for making light meals. Enjoy the tatami-lined Japanese rooms as you look out into the garden, or relax in the 2F bedroom that showcases exposed wooden beams for a luxurious stay. Discover the history that lies behind the walls of this centuries-old machiya.

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About This Machiya House

Unique and stylish machiya In the Shijo-Kawaramachi neighbourhood lies a bold machiya with a special dark grey ‘shikkui’ exterior. Walk past the deep purple ‘noren’ curtain to discover an elegant machiya.

Traditional living area With cypress woodwork and clay walls, be transported a world away as you appreciate the traditional and natural materials used in this exquisitely preserved machiya. Open the sliding doors to reveal a kitchen.
・Washing machine

Japanese room and garden view Featuring a view of the ‘tsuboniwa’ garden with a water basin and stone lantern, find a Japanese room with tatami flooring
・Up to 1 x Japanese futon bedding

Hinoki bathroom Refresh under the shower or relax in the “Hinoki buro,” a bathtub crafted using fragrant cypress wood. Let the rich, golden colour to bathe you in warmth and calm.
・2 x toilets

Western-style bedroom The deep purple colour continues into the bedroom, creating a stylish and calming space. Notice the wooden floor finished with glossy lacquer using the traditional “fuki-urushi” technique.
・2 x Twin beds

Japanese lounge room Along with, tatami flooring, this room showcases another architectural aspect of Japanese-style rooms with its traditional ‘jyuraku kabe’ mud walls.
・Up to 1 x Japanese futon bedding
・TV

Additional Information

Address: 293-7 Shimizucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8025, Japan, Japan

Cancellation policy: - Click Here to view complete details regarding our cancellation policy.

House rules: - House check-in: 3:00 PM ~ 7:00 PM^*
- House check-out: ~10:00
^* Note: The check-in time for your machiya house may vary based on the plan you reserved. Please check your confirmation email for details.
^* Please inform us in advance if your arrival will be after 7:00 PM.
^* Instructions on how to check-in will be sent to you from info@machiya-inn-japan.com. Please read prior to your arrival.

Bedding Set-up: The number of beddings prepared will match the number of guests you have made a reservation for, and not the maximum capacity.
Please take a look at the floor plan for details on what beddings are available in this house (as it will differ depending on each house). To make a request for a specific bedding set-up, you must contact MACHIYA RESIDENCE INN at least 2 days before your check-in date. Up to 2 children (5-years-old and younger) staying under our “Children’s Policy” will be required to share a bedding with another guests.

Is this a hotel in Kyoto?: No, this is not a hotel in Kyoto. Our machiya homes are self-catering, private Japanese-style holiday homes (vacation rentals), which are reserved exclusively for 1 group per day. (Guests will not be sharing the house with any other guests). As there are no staff on-site at the house, our traditional Japanese machiya homes are perfect for travelers interested in immersing themselves in local culture in Kyoto!

If you require assistance during your stay, our friendly staff are available via email or telephone between 10AM~7PM. (Emergency assistance is available 24 hours a day.)
Please note that as this is a self-catering holiday homes, and not a hotel, housekeeping during your stay is available for guests who stay 4 night or more.
However, our staff are available for garbage pick-up, to provide additional towels during your stay, and more. We also encourage our guests to reuse bath towels to help us reduce the consumption of water.

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