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A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora"

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Max 30 people, charming 5 house, Sora

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9 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kyoto City, Kyoto
  • Place, Keage Incline
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Heian Shrine
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Hana: Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Hana: Bedroom 2

4 Double Futons

Kaze: Bedroom 1

1 Double Murphy Bed and 3 Single Beds

Kaze: Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons and 1 Double Bed

Sora: 1st Floor Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Sora: 1st Floor Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Sora: 2nd Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Tsuki: Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Tsuki: Bedroom 2

3 Double Futons

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Hana:

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Kaze:

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Sora: 1st Fl. Bedroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Sora: 1st Fl. Bedroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Sora: 2nd Fl. Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Tsuki:

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora"

"Uan" is a charming cluster of 5 houses surrounding a quiet courtyard. This is one of them, "Uan/Sora". In how many houses you will stay, depends on the number of people in your group.

The houses were built more than 100 years ago and recently renovated for a vacation home. These houses still have an old atmosphere of Kyoto and provide the latest furnishings. These houses are fully furnished and all necessary appliances will be provided.

Hana (花): two-story house (approx 80 m2) with two bedrooms upstairs
Tsuki (月): two-story house (approx 75 m2) with two bedrooms upstairs
Kaze (風): single story house (approx 60 m2) with two bedrooms
Sora (空): two-story house (approx 90 m2) that features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms

All houses feature bedrooms, full kitchen(cookware, dinnerware, a microwave, a toaster oven and more), full bathrooms with separated toilets, washing machine/dryer, utilities and home appliances. Of course, fresh bed/bath linen and toothbrush are provided.

The houses are located in 5 minutes walk from Higashiyama station in Higashiyama area of Kyoto.

The Higashiyama area is considered the most Kyoto like place in Kyoto. If you are interested in temples, the most prestigious Zen temple in Japan called Nanzen-ji is near the house. Also, Heian shrine, Shoren-in, Chion-in and Yasaka shrine are within a 5-10 minute walk from the houses. You can also walk to Gion area to the downtown in Kyoto.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. You will stay in only one house if the total number of guests is less than the capacity of each house.

2. Your group will stay in more than 2 houses if the total number of guests exceeds the capacity of each house.

3. Each house can sleep the followings: Hana-7, Tsuki-5, Kaze-8, Sora-9

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

About the area

Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to this holiday home. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting.
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Kyoto City, Kyoto

What's nearby

  • Chion-in Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Keage Incline - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kyoto International Exhibition Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Heian Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Higashiyama Station - 6 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 15 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ウェスティン都ホテル京都 エグゼクティブクラブ ラウンジ(Westin Club Lounge) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪dominique bouchet kyoto 「le restaurant」 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪あるぺんrose - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪お食事処明日香 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪シュイロ - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora"?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora" on 16 June 2026 start from AU$363, 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 A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A charming cluster of 5 renovated trad modern houses, Max 30 ppl, "Uan/Sora" located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Chion-in Temple, Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are also within 1 mile (2 km). Higashiyama Station is 6 minutes by foot and Keage Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

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9.8/10

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8/10 Good

Leslie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was excellent! The home was neat and clean and accommodated us perfectly! It is located close to the Gion district and train station. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hitomi O.

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

Wonderful Stay in Kyoto!

Excellent location; beautiful property; personable and responsive representative. We thoroughly enjoyed our accommodations and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Best spot in Japan

.great, quiet location with comfortable beds and an English speaking host. Walkable to good eats and lovely historical sites. Best place in Japan!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Beautiful house in great location!

The house was clean and spacious, and just a short walk to beautiful temples and gardens. It was lovely meeting Kei and his sister who were very friendly and helpful. We loved staying here and would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Wonderful house in Higashiyama!

Very modern home in a wonderful old neighborhood. Five of us had a very comfortable stay in this beautifully renovated house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Beautiful house, great location, wonderful host!

A lovely, well-cared-for home in a historic neighborhood of Kyoto. Our host, Kei, was very welcoming and gracious. We only wish we had more time to stay and explore all that Kyoto has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Excellent accommodation

Our extended family had a wonderful 2 week stay at this property. The property is very centrally located and we all really enjoyed exploring Kyoto each day and returning to our delightful Kyoto “home” each evening. The attention and support we received while staying at the property was phenomenal. The houses were fully stocked with everything for kitchen, bathroom and laundry use. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Kyoto peace

This was a lovely home and was such a welcome change from hotels. Kei and Mika were so welcoming and helpful. We needed to find the special gift envelopes for a wedding and sent us lots of links. The location is perfect and quiet and easy to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina W.

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

Japan 2025

We stayed in the Sora house as a grpup of 7. Our stay here was wonderful! The property was clean and as advertised. If you are a light sleep choose a bedroom downstairs. Be aware that there is no couch but the dining table is massive with lots of chairs for your large group. The nearest metro is about a 10 min walk amd the bus stops are only 2 mins away.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

Lovely stay

Mr Nakamura and his son were super helpful and gracious, they explained everything we needed to know about the property and they were so friendly. The property is located in a cozy neighborhood and allows for easy, close access to everything. Mr. Nakamura maintained good contact prior to our arrival to make sure everything was ready for our needs. We wish we would have been at this property longer, and we would readily recommend it to anyone going to Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jiling T.

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

Great stay in Kyoto!

We stayed in the Kaze and Sora for 4 nights when visiting Kyoto. The houses were extremely clean and well organized. We definitely appreciated having the washer/dryer in the home. Location of the property was great. It took us just a few minutes to walk to the closest train station. The host Kei and his assistants especially Mika were very helpful, accommodating and flexible. Definitely recommend this property to anyone visiting Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberley C.

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

Wonderful!

My family and I had a great stay in the "Sora" property, which was the perfect size for our group of 5. The house was clean, charming, and in a quiet residential neighborhood. Mika was wonderful and responsive both prior to our arrival as well as greeting us and showing us around the house. We did not meet the owner, but he gifted us a nice bottle of sake which we thoroughly enjoyed! The location was wonderful - walking distance to many temples in the region, as well as about 30 minutes walk to Kiyomizudera and surrounding shopping areas. One thing to note, the streets leading to the property get narrower and narrower, so if traveling to/from by car or taxi, I recommend setting your location to the nearest main street intersection which is just steps away. Japanese taxi drivers insist on bringing you right to the door, and we had a few instances where the cabs got stuck or had a lot of trouble backing out from the narrow streets. Overall we loved our stay in Kyoto and wish we had more time. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kei N

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Hi. My name is Kei. I was born and raised in Kyoto. My family has lived here for more than 250 years. I renovated my houses and started B&B simply because it's very fantastic to meet new guests and to have conversations with them. As a genuine Kyotoite, it would be great if I can show you the core beauty of Kyoto.

Languages:

English, Japanese

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