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Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto

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A room with a tatami mat floor, a shoji screen, and a window with a view of greenery. - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)
A modern kitchen with a large stainless steel sink, wooden flooring, and a glass dining table with chairs. - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)
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Close to Kawaramachi Street and Yasaka Shrine, Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 221 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 226 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Checkin 15:00-20:00

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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

Located in Kyoto, this holiday home is in the city centre. Shijo Street and Kawaramachi 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. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A canal flanked by lush greenery and a red bridge.
    Lake Biwa Canal
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A traditional Japanese garden with a view of autumn foliage, a stone lantern, and a wooden building.
    Kenninji Temple
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A pedestrian street lined with traditional buildings, a no parking sign, and people walking.
    Gion Corner
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.
    Yasaka Shrine
    14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA
    5 min walk
  • 櫻バー
    2 min walk
  • サガン
    4 min walk
  • ラーメン藤 五条店
    3 min walk
  • Homemade Ramen Aoba 自家製 麺 碧葉
    2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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. Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine are also within 15 minutes. Gojo Station is 15 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 18 minutes.

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