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Experience a “stay like you live here” in a historic Kyoto machiya townhouse built in 1897.
Tawara-an is an Accommodation renovated from a traditional Kyoto townhouse built in 1897. While preserving the original layout of the machiya row house once used as both workshop and home by an artisan who crafted the Imperial Seal (official seal) for the Imperial Family, it has been updated with interiors that bring a modern touch. The concept of this Kyoto machiya Accommodation is “a place to stay as if you live in Kyoto.” Enjoy Kyoto’s unique atmosphere to the fullest while staying here like a local.
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Facilities and Services
See All| IN | 16:00~20:00 |
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| OUT | 11:00 |
| Number of rooms | 2 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Permitted |
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Introduction of the Accommodation









Located in the “Goshominami” area, which flourished as the heart of Heian-kyo (ancient Kyoto). Known as one of Kyoto’s finest residential neighborhoods, Goshominami offers a calm streetscape and a refined way of life. Kyoto Imperial Palace, the Kamo River, Shijo-Karasuma, and Shijo-Kawaramachi—some of Kyoto’s most iconic destinations—are all within walking distance. This property is a carefully renovated Kyoto machiya townhouse built in 1897, consisting of two Rooms: the East Wing and the West Wing. A small inner garden (tsuboniwa) lies between them, offering the tranquility unique to a machiya and a soothing view.

A spacious tsuboniwa courtyard landscaped with Kyoto mountain trees
The West Wing’s courtyard garden reuses roof tiles and stones to evoke the scenery of Kyoto. It features trees and shrubs found in Kyoto’s mountains—such as Japanese maple, camellia, Japanese andromeda, shashanbo blueberry, and soyo-go—allowing you to enjoy its changing beauty through the seasons.
Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation
- The room
- Hot Springs & Baths
Basic Information
| Taxes | The Accommodation Tax is included in the Accommodation Fee. |
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| Card information | VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay / Credit card payments not accepted on site. |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | There is no information about breakfast. |
| Your child | You can stay. Children aged 7 and over are charged the same rate as adults. Children aged 6 and under stay free of charge when Child Sharing Existing Bedding with an adult (up to 2 children per unit). |
| Room service | Not available |
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| Facilities and Features |
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| Esthetic Massage | None |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Sauna | None |
| Hot stone spa | None |
| About Hygiene Measures | At Tawara-an, as part of our measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we prioritize guest health and public hygiene and have implemented the following:
■ In addition to standard room cleaning, we carry out alcohol wipe disinfection throughout the property. In particular, all guest rooms are disinfected with special attention to frequently touched surfaces (doorknobs, drawer and refrigerator handles, remote controls, light switches, etc.).
■ Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is available throughout the property. |
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- 1.40johnjackDate Posted: 1/1/2026
Unsatisfactory
Stayed for 2 nights, but it was beyond unsatisfactory; I don't even feel like leaving a review.
Access Information
Kyoto Prefecture190 Tawarayacho, Tomikoji Nijo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City
TEL:+81-87-899-2626
An 8-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line.
- Parking Information
- None
- Pickup and drop-off information
- Unavailable
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of facilities and features are available?
There are the following facilities and features. Entire building rental・With kitchen・Housekeeping service available for consecutive nights・Multiple bedrooms・Supermarket nearby・Outside food allowed
I would like to know the access information.
An 8-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line.
Is parking available?
There is no parking.
Is an internet connection available?
Connection is possible. ・Wi-Fi is available. For more details, please refer to the room and plan information.
What kind of hygiene management is being conducted?
At Tawara-an, as part of our measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we prioritize guest health and public hygiene and have implemented the following: ■ In addition to standard room cleaning, we carry out alcohol wipe disinfection throughout the property. In particular, all guest rooms are disinfected with special attention to frequently touched surfaces (doorknobs, drawer and refrigerator handles, remote controls, light switches, etc.). ■ Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is available throughout the property.
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