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Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto

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Private garden
Living / dining room
Doors to black tatami room
Black tatami room
Living / dining room (looking onto private garden)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 221 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kyoto
  • Place, Kenninji Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto

In the heart of the Gion district, this house was renovated by architect-designer Fumiko Kaneko and named "Poem Box".

This serene and cozy refuge, very well located, is ideal for enjoying the mix of modernity and tradition that characterizes Japan.



Description of the house



The house is in a single block (21m2): downstairs equipped kitchen, shower room and small dining area overlooking the adjoining garden.

A Japanese black tatami lounge, usually used for famous temples, completes the ground floor. A washing machine is then located under the shed outside.



At the other end of the house is a comfortable living room equipped with a table and chairs overlooking the neighboring garden.



A mezzanine completes the house. It has a comfortable double futon

Access to the mezzanine is via a ladder, and this can be difficult for elderly and/or tall people. However, it is possible that someone sleeps on the ground floor. The ceiling height of the mezzanine is approximately one meter. Air conditioning is located on the mezzanine level.



The neighborhood



The house is very quiet, in the heart of a residential area and very close to all the tourist sites of the Gion district (Higashiyama district), famous for its geishas and its picturesque streets. The house is a 15-minute walk from the famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO heritage site.



Nearby:



  • Supermarket: 5 minutes walk


  • Convenient store 7 eleven or Family Mart: 4 minutes walk


  • Restaurants: around twenty restaurants within 10 minutes on foot


  • Kiyomizu Gojo train station (direct to Osaka or Fushimi-Inari from 5 a.m. to midnight, every 10 minutes): 6 minutes on foot


  • Gojozaka bus stop (bus 202-206-207-80-86-58): 5 min walk


  • Kyoto Station: 30 minutes on foot or 15 minutes by bus


  • Kennin-ji Temple: 4 minutes on foot


  • Geisha Street Miyagawa-cho: 3 minutes on foot


  • Geisha Street Hanami koji: 8 minutes on foot


  • Yasaka Shrine: 15 minutes on foot


  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ninnenzaka and Sannenzaka Street: 15 minutes on foot


  • Fushimi-Inari Temple: 45 minutes on foot or 19 minutes by train


    • Registration number



    M260011687

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    House Rules

    Check in after 3:00 PM
    Minimum age to rent: 18
    Check out before 10:00 AM
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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 3–17
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    Events

    No events allowed
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    Pets

    No pets allowed
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted
    Checkin 15:00-20:00

    Important information

    You need to know

    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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    Property Registration Number M260011687

    We should mention

    The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

    About the area

    Kyoto

    Located in Kyoto, this holiday home is in the city centre. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting.
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    What's nearby

    • Kenninji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
    • Kawaramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
    • Gion Corner - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
    • Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
    • Gion Shirakawa Area - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

    Getting around

    • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 6 min walk
    • Gojo Station - 15 min walk
    • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 53 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪辨慶東山店 - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪ラーメン藤 五条店 - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪名月堂 - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪サガン - ‬4 min walk
    • ‪Fuji Indian Nepali Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto?

    As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto on 19 June 2026 start from AU$228, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

    What time is check-in at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto located?

    Located in Gion, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kenninji Temple and Kawaramachi Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Shijo Street are also within 15 minutes. Gojo Station is 15 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 18 minutes.

    Reviews

    8.8

    Excellent

    Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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    9.4/10

    Cleanliness

    9.4/10

    Check-in

    8.8/10

    Communication

    9.4/10

    Location

    9.4/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Mary P.

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

    Lovely Little Place

    The Poem Box was cozy and comfy. The bed in the loft was very comfortable. We had all we needed.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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    10/10 Excellent

    Dani D.

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

    Reise

    Sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge und um Kyōto zu erkunden. Kleines Haus ,aber elles drin was es braucht .
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
    Verified

    6/10 Okay

    Raegan L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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