One of the finest vacation rentals in Kyoto, Koto Inn is a lovingly restored Japanese machiya with all the comforts that Western travelers have come to expect.
For those who want the convenience of having their own house to stay in while exploring the old capital, Koto Inn is the ideal choice. It’s a beautifully decorated and recently restored Japanese house with all the mod cons you’d need, like laundry facilities and a good hot bath/shower unit (as well as air conditioning). Located down a quiet lane only a stone’s throw from Higashiyama subway station and the Okazaki-koen Park Museum district, Koto Inn has a lot to recommend it.
Here’s Koto Inn’s entrance:
Here’s the foyer (genkan):
This is nearby Shirakawa Canal during cherry blossom season:
English address:
373 Horiike-cho, Higashiyama-ku
Japanese address:
東山区堀池町373
Price:
Price: from $215 per night, up to four people
Internet: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms: fully non-smoking
Nearest Transport:
2min walk from Higashiyama Station, Tozai subway line
Email: koto.inn@gmail.com
Website:
Official Website (English)
Where Is This Place Located?
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Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
- Check Kyoto accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Kyoto to Osaka and Kyoto to Tokyo
- Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Kyoto
- See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a data-only SIM card online for collection when you arrive at Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airports or Kansai International Airport. You can also rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- Compare Japan flight prices and timings to find the best deals
- If you're making frequent train journeys during your visit, you might save money with Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- A prepaid Welcome Suica card makes travelling around Kyoto easy – here's how
- World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
