KOKONOE MACHIYA, Kyoto

Kokonoe Machiya - A restored Meiji-era machiya with traditional tatami rooms and garden views in Kamigyo Ward

Located in the historic Kamigyo Ward near the Kyoto Imperial Palace, this traditional Kyoto hotel occupies a restored Meiji-era machiya building. The property features air-conditioned rooms with tatami flooring, city or garden views, and shared bathrooms equipped with baths, showers, and complimentary toiletries. Kokonoe Machiya offers accommodation options ranging from single rooms to family units with up to 4 futons, each furnished with desks and seating areas. Guests have access to a shared kitchen, garden with outdoor furniture, and a communal lounge. The 24-hour front desk assists with tour arrangements. The property stands 1 mile from Nijo Castle and the Imperial Palace complex, while Nishiki Market Shopping District is 1.5 miles away. Eight restaurants, including Kitchen Gon Nishijin and Jittoku, operate within 1640.4 ft of Kokonoe Machiya.

Pros

Located in Nishijin, a traditional weaving district with historic wooden houses

Within walking distance of 8 local restaurants and multiple shrines

Authentic Japanese experience with tatami floors and futon bedding

Complimentary amenities include bathrobes, toiletries, and WiFi

Cons

Shared bathroom facilities for most room types

29 miles distance from the nearest airport