Artist's house in Kyoto with a big cypress bath

Entire townhouse in Kyoto, Japan

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1.5 bathrooms
Hosted by Jinn
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Furry friends welcome

Bring your pets along for the stay.

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.
Some info has been automatically translated.
I am an Artist / Photographer born in Kyoto
I started hosting because I love meeting people from all over the world and making new friends.

This place used to be one big guesthouse, but during Covid19, I have stopped running the guesthouse and I moved in with my wife and 2 kids.
Still I didn't want to give up so I left the good parts.
Private cypress bath and renovated rooms and made another entrance for the Guests. So now it is 2 separate house

Please check the house rules before you book.

The space
- The Space -

A cozy traditional Japanese house for one group per day (family or friends only)

・1 tatami room with 2 futons
・1 bedroom with 2 beds
・1 large Hinoki (cypress) bath + shower
・1 toilet (fully renovated in 2025)

The space is a traditional Japanese washitsu with tatami mats, and a futon room facing a beautiful garden 🌿
You can enjoy a calm and peaceful Kyoto atmosphere right inside the house.

The large Hinoki bath can fit up to 4 people at once — perfect for relaxing family bath time ♨️

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- Equipment -

All rooms include:
・Air conditioner
・Gas heater

Small kitchen area:
・Fridge
・Microwave
・Toaster
・Kettle
・Electric stove

There is also:
・Bathroom sink
・Bathroom heating system (great in winter!)

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- About the House -

I live by the art guest house with my family 😊

This house used to be rented as a whole guesthouse, but during Covid, my wife, kids, and I moved in.
However, I didn’t want to stop hosting, so I redesigned the space to keep the guest area separate.

Now there is a private entrance for guests, so you can enjoy your stay with full privacy.
We only share the front area and garden space.

You might occasionally hear my kids laughing, crying, or footsteps — just part of a real Kyoto family life experience 🙂

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- Why Guests Love This Place -

✨ Peaceful, quiet neighborhood with beautiful nature
✨ Traditional Japanese house with a modern touch
✨ Large private Hinoki bath (rare in Kyoto homes!)
✨ Lovely garden views from the tatami room
✨ Easy access to sightseeing spots by bus

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- A Few Things to Consider -

This place might not be for everyone, so just to be honest:

・It takes about 20–30 minutes to reach downtown
・There is a steep slope to the house (a bit tough with luggage)
・It’s a quiet local area (not many English menus nearby)
・You may encounter nature (insects, maybe even deer 🦌)
・My family lives next door (not a completely isolated villa)

But in return, you’ll get:
→ Peace, nature, and a truly local Kyoto experience 🌿

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- Access -

Bus access is easy:
・Ginkakuji: 5 mins
・Downtown (Shijo Kawaramachi): 20–30 mins
・Kinkakuji: ~35 mins
・Arashiyama: ~1 hour

Nearest bus stop: about 8 min walk

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- Quick FAQ -

・Check-in: I’ll usually welcome you and explain the house
・Luggage: possible before check-in (please confirm timing)
・Early check-in: usually not possible (cleaning 10:00–15:00)
・Taxi recommended for first arrival (especially with luggage)

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- Final Note -

If you’re looking for a peaceful, authentic Kyoto stay, I think you’ll really love it here 😊

Looking forward to hosting you!

Guest access
Please don't walk on the white sand area

Other things to note
Smoking is prohibited inside the house and on the premises.
Additionally, the road is private property, so smoking is also not allowed there.

All of Kyoto City is a non-smoking area except for designated smoking spots.
Smoking in restricted areas may result in a fine of 1,000 yen.
Please smoke only in designated areas.

The surrounding area is very quiet, and sound carries easily.
Please refrain from speaking loudly or calling out to others outside or on nearby roads.

Since the house is located on the valley side of a mountain, insects may appear.

Shirakawa Yagi-tei is built on a relatively steep slope.

In the early morning, deer and monkeys may appear.

Registration details
M260007082

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Fast wifi – 592 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Private hot tub
Pets allowed

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 437 reviews.

Guest favourite
This home is in the top 1% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 99% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 1% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Kyoto, Kyōto-fu, Japan

Ginkakuji, is close walking distance.
Lots of Cafe, restaurant, Izakaya, 24H super market.

Meet your host

Superhost
437 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Where I went to school: Middlesex university london
My work: photographer / artist
My name is Jinn. I live in Kyoto with my wife and our two daughters, and I work as a photographer and artist. I love art, photography, and fashion. I began hosting traditional Japanese house with a beautiful garden. I fell in love with its calm atmosphere and wanted to share that feeling with others. Reading kind reviews means so much to me. Knowing that guests find peace, inspiration, and memorable moments here truly makes me happy. I hope you’ll love this home as much as I do.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 15:00
Checkout before 10:00
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior or entrance security camera present
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Carbon monoxide alarm