If you’d like to try living in a Japanese house, this is your chance. Kyo-Akari is a two-bedroom machiya townhouse in central Kyoto with all you need for a comfortable stay.
Kyo-Akari Inn exterior
Kyo-Akari Inn At A Glance
- Great for: families, small groups
- Strong points: Japanese style, full kitchen, laundry facilities
- Sample rates: from US$700 to $1000 per night
Kyo-Akari Inn living area
If you’re looking for a Japanese-style vacation rental, then check out Kyo-Akari. It’s one of the better machiya rentals in town.
Kyo-Akari Inn bedroom
It’s located within walking distance of Gojo Station on the Karasuma subway line. The location is a little southwest of downtown and northwest of Kyoto Station, so it may not be the most convenient spot, but it’s away from the crowds.
Kyo-Akari Inn dining and living room
If you want to play house Japanese style, then check out Kyo-Akari.
Name in English:
Kyo-Akari Inn
Name in Japanese:
御宿 京灯
English address:
295-8 Gakurin-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan 600-8341
Japanese address:
〒600-8341 京都市下京区学林町295-8
Price range: moderate to luxury
Nearest Transport:
1-minute walk from Nishinotoin Rokujo Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 50 from Kyoto Station
Telephone: none
Website: none
:: Check availability and pricing for Kyo-Akari Inn on Booking.com or Agoda.com.
Near To Here:
Kyo-Akari Inn is located in Central Kyoto. See our complete list of things to do in Central Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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