Ryokan vacation rentals in Japan

We had a great time at Kitano's place. The accommodation has a refined traditional interior and has the utmost comfort. We also appreciated the proximity to the buses that allowed us to reach the tourist spots of Kyoto. The neighborhood is residential and pleasant. Shops are nearby.

This house is located in a fantastic location, only a 6 min walk from the nearest station. Shiho, the host, was very accommodating. She greeted us as we arrived and gave a house tour. She also asked how we were going and made sure everyone was okay, something that is rarely done for Airbnb hosts. Everything in the house was clean and organised, the beds and futons were comfortable, and overall we had a great time staying at this place.

The place was greasy to stay in. Everything we needed was provided. Instructions were clear. The stairs were tricky to navigate. Maya’s communication was great and she was lovely to communicate with.

Really unique and beautiful place in Akasaka. We enjoyed the stay immensely and would return if coming back to Tokyo!

We loved our stay in this Airbnb! So perfectly located in the center of all we wanted to see. Walkable distance to many things or cheap taxi ride. The wash room was so cute! We just loved the wallpaper and that it had a nice shower and bath. Every night I walked to the local onsen alone late at night and felt totally safe. Restaurants close by were delicious. I highly recommend the ramen shop on the same street. The sleeping mats were very comfortable and the home quite warm and shower as well. We really appreciated the guide books which we used to find the best spots for cherry blossoms. Thank you so much for easy instructions and a comfortable stay! We would love to return again.

Very beautiful home. Extremely comfortable. Very close to train station, made transportation very easy. It was very quiet surroundings.

We really enjoyed our stay with Miwa. Her son was responsive to messages, especially useful when we organised to have our bags forwarded and to change our plans slightly due to bad weather. When we arrived, Miwa gave us a warm welcome and took us on a a tour of the place. It was spotless clean and has a nice warm shower. As described, it is a traditional home, so perfect if you want to experience sleeping on a futon atop tatami mats. We visited the area to walk the Nakasendo Trail but on this particular day the weather was very wet and so we decided to rest for the day instead. The village on a Sunday is very quiet and many of the restaurants shut up shop early. Given the situation, Miwa took pity on us and brought us some lovely baked goods. We were made to feel very welcome and would recommend a stay here for anyone visiting the area.

This is a beautiful old house in the best area of Kyoto. Beds and pillows were comfortable. I will come again if im in the area.

We stayed in a ryokan - it's very different to a traditional hotel and was exactly what we envisaged it to be - it was well located for the local buses and a 7 minute walk to the subway with one stop to Kyoto station - very friendly host and all facilities covered in an A4 binder in English for those not fluent in Japanese - as a bonus the wifi was usefully powerful - would go again if our travels took us this way in the future.

Fabulous location and beautiful neighborhood. Very walkable to all the sites we wanted to see.

Such a really nice place ! The house was super clean, beautiful, the futons were more than comfortable and you can even enjoy watching movies with the video projector. The bbq and the lights were also a plus. It’s not common to find an airbnb with this quality so I can only recommend.

Kura was a great host. The listing was as promised. He is a very friendly and responsive. I would definitely book with him again.

Amazing location, the house looks exactly as displayed and the host was a great communicator and welcoming. Such a cool spot. I highly recommend staying here if you ever get the chance to visit Kyoto.

Yuri and Hori’s guest house offers an authentic experience in Kyoto. The house truly gives you the feeling of living in a quaint home inside of the city. Situated near a large train station (5min walk), the location is great. As far as communication goes, Yuri and Hori are proactive, kind, and welcoming hosts. I wholeheartedly recommend staying here!

It is a very spacious house, "I want to stay in Totoro!"The children were also delighted to play! We would like to stay there again (^ ^)

Outstanding stay! Very traditional Kyoto house that was extremely clean, with a very responsive host. No complaints at all!

Yuta's house was wonderful - a refurbished old classical Nara home. our room was spacious and with private sitting room, bathroom and dining area. Yuta also prepared delicious Japanese breakfasts.

Great experience and beautiful surroundings . Very traditional and original recommend staying here

Our stay with Taiji and family was simply incredible. If you are looking for a once in a life time traditional cultural experience in the most beautiful surroundings please book this accomodation. I can’t even explain how beautiful the landscape is and the meals lovingly prepared by taiji are simply works of art. He is a beautiful, talented soul. Oh and the resident cats are just gorgeous and up for a snuggle. Our greatest Airbnb experience by far. We will be thinking of our stay for many years to come.

Unforgettable stay in this property. The setting is beautiful, and we were also extremely well received by a thoughtful team. Without a doubt the high light of our trip to Kyoto. Thank you again.

Hello, it was great. Although there were other guests in the room next door, we felt very comfortable. Shared bathroom and toilet were no problem for us. The cake for breakfast was very tasty. Thank you

Beautiful place in a beautiful village. We loved it.

Our stay at Yamashita’s beautiful 100-year-old Japanese villa in Kyoto was the perfect way to end our 2 week vacation in Japan. The house is spacious, very clean, and well-equipped, perfect for our group of 12. It has everything you need and more. It has a serene garden, jacuzzi, and sauna—the kids especially loved the jacuzzi! Yamashita is an EXCEPTIONAL host—very warm, helpful, and accommodating. She drove us to supermarkets and places we wanted to go and even picked us up for a small fee. She prepared simple yet delicious breakfasts. She was quick to respond to messages and even guided us on using local buses. Though the house is a bit far from the touristy areas, the peace and quiet of Yamashita’s home made it the perfect retreat. It offered a more authentic and relaxing experience of Japan. I highly recommend Yamashita’s villa to anyone looking for comfort, culture, and outstanding hospitality. And to anyone looking for a truly memorable stay in a traditional Japanese home.

What a beautiful traditional Japanese home to stay We totally loved the old house, beautiful decorations, the inner courtyard and our room. Everything was perfect! Chieri is a great host, we felt very welcomed and home right away. We were on a road trip, so we also enjoyed that we could wash our clothes. And we tried out the traditional japanese bath. Perfect! Chieri, thank you for everything! Hope to see you someday again!