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Interior
A traditional Japanese shoji screen with a grid pattern and silhouettes of birds.
Property grounds
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, and sliding doors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 9125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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Kyoto, Kyoto-fu
  • Place, Tofuku-ji Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanjusangen-do Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya

Conveniently located next to the Tofukuji train station, this FULLY LICENSED large house has been fully renovated. Enjoy the traditional lifestyle of the people of Kyoto in full modern comfort and luxury. Convenient and pleasant for large groups.

This large house (almost one hundred thirty m2 / 1,350 sq ft) has been entirely renovated -- It opened to the public on April 1st, 2016.

With a large LDK (living dining kitchen), five bedrooms, and two bathrooms (in addition to two toilets), this is by far the largest one among our Kyoto Samurai Machiya houses. Luxury features include air conditioning in every room, floor heating in every room on the ground floor and radiators on the upper floor -- you are sure to always feel comfortable.

The house features three Japanese tatami mat bedrooms (sleeping on futon) and two Western-style bedrooms with double and single beds. In the large LDK, living dining kitchen room, we have a living area with a couch, a coffee table, and a large flat panel HDTV, a long dining table for up to ten persons, and a fully equipped modern kitchen.

On the ground floor, the house features a traditional wooden bathroom with bathtub/shower and a shower room upstairs. There are two toilets, one on each floor. The house is also equipped with a fully automatic All-In-One Washer / Dryer.

Everything has been designed to be pleasant and very convenient for larger groups (equipped and spacious enough for up to 9 people).

As our guests, you have unlimited access to superfast (optical fiber) internet access via Wi-Fi throughout the house. And you'll be able to enjoy unlimited movies with Netflix, BBC, NHK or FoxNews with the large (52 in) flat panel HDTV.

The fully equipped modern kitchen will please anyone who wants to cook at home. A comprehensive selection of cooking utensils, an induction cooktop, dishwasher, microwave oven/oven, all kind of appliances such as rice cooker, toaster, blender, electric kettle, regular coffee machine, and dishes, plates, glasses, cutlery for up to 9 guests. And of course, you'll find all the basic ingredients such as salt-pepper, oil, sauce, soja, etc.

The setting is particularly convenient for people who stay for a longer period and who want to eat at home.

If this Machiya is not available for your preferred dates, be sure to check out our other places -- go to our profile to find them!

As our guests, you'll have all the Tofukuji Machiya for yourselves and have access to everything it has to offer, traditional Kyoto lifestyle with luxury modern comfort (with the exception of a closet reserved for housekeeping).

We offer 24/7 concierge services (within reason), luggage storage and we're always available for any help necessary for information, preparation, restaurant reservation, suggestion, advice, etc.

We love Kyoto and like to share our interest with our guests. We also have a dedicated website (mykyotomachiya) full of information and pictures to enable our guests to fully explore and enjoy this wonderful city.

The house is very conveniently located next to Tofukuji train station, which is one stop away (JR) from Kyoto station.

It is near a number of interesting places and right next to convenient bus stops. It offers easy access to most of what Kyoto has to offer.

We are less than 1 mile (1.6 km) away from Kyoto station, near the Tofukuji temple, not far from the Sanjusangendo Temple and the National Museum.

It takes less than 10 min to reach the Kyoto station (by train or taxi), about 10 min (by bus) to go to Gion and the touristic geisha area, etc. The bus stop is an easy way to go directly to a number of the important touristic sites of the city.

Two train stations (JR and Keihan) are located 5 min away from the house. Bus stops are a mere couple of minutes away. And there are always taxi available around.

We have decorated the house with old traditional Japanese art crafts such as a Samurai armor, traditional wedding Kimono, Japanese dolls, old Noh mask, protective Gods against fire (Hotei-san), panels, etc. for a more refined atmosphere.

You'll experience the traditional way of living of the people of Kyoto and enjoy a unique cultural experience, with all the luxurious modern comfort you can wish for.

During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Tofuku-ji Temple. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a washer/dryer in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer and 5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by foot from Kawaramachi Street and a 4-minute drive from Kiyomizu Temple
Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya offers its guests a hot tub and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,345 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: ベビーベッドが必要な場合は、事前にご連絡ください。

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Kyoto Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Kyoto
Kyoto Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Private vacation home
Kyoto Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Private vacation home Kyoto
545200

Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

jane j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is simply beautiful and very comfortable for our stay with 7 adults. A very good location and house was supplied with all amenities we needed. Highly recommend for a stay in Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host was great, they were very responsive and quick to answer. The home was perfect for our group of six, beautiful decor and well stocked
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly unique and lovely spot, with a host who went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and welcome. Great ammenities and location as well - comfortabIe rooms and convenient laundry. I highly recommend Samurai Machiya should you visit Kyoto!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was easy to contact and gave thorough instructions on how to get to and enter the home. Excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Fantastic family getaway

This property made our trip memorable, comfortable, and special. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Great stay in Kyoto

This house was a comfortable and clean property. The feel is authentic. Located close to a train station for ease of transport. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house! Everyone loved it, and I found out after a friend of mine had stayed there, so the word is out on how great it is. Very comfortable for our group of two adults and four adult kids. We made breakfast every morning with food from the Fresco nearby, and the Indian and Udon noodle restaurants a few blocks away were really good! We would definently stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Great house and location!

Lots of space and set up very well. Close to trains, stores, groceries. Great for a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very comfortable for two families, 9 guests in total. The kitchen was well appointed. Was a little tricky navigating to the residence with the taxi drop off location, but with some help from some locals we found it. Was a very lovely area, with a train station near by for handy travel into the Gion district. The temple just down the road was a hidden gem, not busy with tourists.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

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

Lovely machia, brilliant location

A total joy to stay here. Brilliant location, it was so easy to travel around Kyoto. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay and we loved all the extras like Samurai Jim and the wedding kimono. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

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

Beautiful home, great location!

The place is as special as the beautiful photos! We chose this for the comfortable kitchen/dining/living area and the wonderful location, close to the train station, and it did not disappoint!. We had a lovely time! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Renata P.

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

Lovely property with great location

Easy to find and just as described. Samurai Jim was a fun host LOL Area is quaint with 7-11 and Familymart close by. Station is a quick 5 minute walk. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

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

Perfect place for Kyoto exploring

Tofukuji Machiya is a comfortable place to call home whilst exploring the beautiful city of Kyoto. The kitchen allowed us to eat in for several meals, which was great after long days walking. Akiko was a great host who quickly responded to all my enquires & helped book meals out. Loved our time at Tofukuji Machiya.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

GREAT HOUSE, GREAT LOCATION

This is a lovely Japanese house that easily accomodated all 8 of us. The kitchen was fully equipped and had a lovely kitchen table to gather around. Terrific location near JR line. Great local restaurants an easy walk away. Bed rooms were lovely. We'd highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

DENNIS B.

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

Wonderful$

This home is an fun, quaint neighborhood with lots to do and only one stop from Gion or Kyoto Station. Outstanding decor, lots of space and wonderful vibe. Look no further, this is the place to stay! Large home that can easily accommodate up to 10 if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

An amazing place

The house was amazing exactly as promised online. Great kitchen, has a place for laundry and when my son left his wedding ring…they found a way to send it back. Amazing location to walk to a train or 7-11 or sushi and I took many morning walks to see shrines and historic sites.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Ronald H.

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

A taste of living in Kyoto

My family enjoyed the sense of staying in an authentic Japanese home. The facilities, furnishings and neighborhood required adaptations, none of which were particularly onerous. The location is within walking distance of beautiful shrines, temples and parks. Recommended for physically active cultural explorers.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Great Home, Location, and Phenomenal Hosts

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Machiya. The home was great, as expected. The most phenomenal aspect was amazing communications with Akiko ans Patrick! Anytime we asked for ideas or assistance, they were very responsive. Thanks for the wonderful experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Enchanting Machiya

We had a wonderful stay at the Tofukuji Machiya. There was plenty of space for our family of seven. We were looking for a traditional Japanese living experience for our boys and this property was the perfect balance of tradition and modern conveniences. Great location, just a short walk to the local train station. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Wonderful stay in Kyoto

This home is a real gem and easily accommodated our large family. It is in a great location within walking distance of the Tofukuji station, and not far from Kyoto station either. It was a perfect home-base for our travels throughout the greater Kyoto area for the week. The owner (Akiko-san) was very supportive and accommodating too. The house is well cared for and we all enjoyed the traditional, artistic decor, and the modern conveniences. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Roxana C.

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

Incredible stay in Kyoto

The house is as good as you see it from the pictures. It is beautiful and comfortable and has all the amenities you could wish for. The location is also great - we were able to walk in 20-30 minutes to all the locations we were interested in. We only used the local transportation system (for which you have a station 5 minutes away) when we traveled outside the city. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

todd T.

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

Excellent experience

The house was great. It was well decorated!! Which made for a unique experience. The information about Kyoto, bus routes, and the local area was fantastic. I kept hitting my head on the traditional doors, lol, but worth it to stay in the traditional style home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Great find in Kyoto!

We loved staying in this beautiful home. Akiko was awesome about answering any questions before we arrived. Also helping us with forwarding our luggage. Our group of 6 had plenty of room to spread out with 2 full bathrooms and a large kitchen. We also loved how close we were to the train station -5 mins. Also there are stores really close for getting beverages and snacks for your stay. The house is well decorated and a true gem. We will highly recommend Akiko and her properties.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kupala F.

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

Great find and gracious hosts!

The property decor is perfect. The style was both beautiful and comfortable. We travelled with young kids and were a bit worried with some of the antique pieces. However, the house was so well laid out there was no problem. The bathroom was wonderful. Kitchen great for family meal. Above all, Akiko was so incredibly help and truly made out time in Kyoto special. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

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

Traditional Immersion and Great Location!

The house was amazing for our size group! And the amenities were up to date and very convenient. The kids enjoyed “Jim” and having the separate eating/chilling room from the bedrooms offered great flexibility with the schedules for all the people in the group. Everything was clean and property managers were super responsive to all our needs. And one of the happy surprises of the place was the location in relation to the city overall. The JR station was really close and if you enjoy walking the streets of the city, everything is relatively close to get to! Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023