naokonoza Bettei Umekoji — Rare Pet-Friendly Kyoto Machiya with Private Shigaraki Ceramic Bath

Pets welcome — no extra charge (designated pet area on 1F) | Entire 98m² machiya exclusively yours — no shared spaces | Private Shigaraki ceramic bathtub across the courtyard garden | IH kitchen with rice cooker, refrigerator, and full cookware | 4 Japanese tatami rooms for 2-10 guests | 5-min walk from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station | Optional Michelin private chef dinner available

Pet-owning families or groups wanting an authentic Kyoto machiya experience — tatami rooms, courtyard garden, private ceramic bath — in one of the only traditional townhouses in Kyoto that truly welcomes pets.

Pet policy: Pets are explicitly permitted at Bettei Umekoji — stated on official naokonoza.com as one of the rare properties in the collection where pets are allowed, at no extra charge. Pets must stay within the designated pet area (a pet circle next to the kitchen on the 1st floor) — they cannot freely roam all rooms. Inform the property when booking. Private stay: The entire 80+ year-old machiya (98m²) is exclusively for your group — tatami rooms, kitchen, bath, courtyard, and garden. Private bath: A handmade Shigaraki ceramic soaking bathtub is located across the courtyard garden, exclusively for your group. Shigaraki ware is a traditional Japanese ceramic heritage; the bath's far-infrared properties warm from the core. Self-catering: IH cooktop, microwave, refrigerator, rice cooker, and electric kettle. Note: gas cooking is not permitted at this property; IH cooking is available. Optional Michelin chef: A private Michelin-background chef (Chef Jun Asami) can be arranged to prepare dinner at the machiya via IKYU reservation.

5-minute walk from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station (JR Sagano Line). 11-minute walk from JR Tanbaguchi Station. 7-minute drive from JR Kyoto Station. 5-minute walk to Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum. Private parking available nearby (reservation required, ¥1,500/day). Street parking also available (free). Bus access to Kinkakuji (35 min by bus and walk). No elevator — stairs to 2nd floor.

No dedicated luggage storage on-site. Private parking nearby for self-drive arrivals (¥1,500/day, advance reservation needed). No elevator — luggage must be carried up stairs to 2nd floor rooms.

Fully equipped kitchen with IH cooktop (no gas — gas cooking prohibited), microwave, refrigerator, rice cooker, electric kettle, and water purifier. Kitchenware and cookware included. No meals served on-site. Optional Michelin private chef dinner available (book separately via IKYU). Local restaurants within walking distance.

Private Shigaraki ceramic bathtub located across the courtyard garden — handmade by artisans using traditional Shigaraki ware, a Japanese ceramic heritage. Far-infrared properties for a deep warm soak. Exclusively for your group. Separate bathroom with shower also on 1st floor with full amenities (hairdryer, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, towels).

Official English website at naokonoza.com/en/. English instructions and reservation available. Property managed by naokonoza (Kyoto-based machiya operator). Contact via official reservation form. Check-in: cash payment at the naokonoza office required — confirm office location and hours when booking.

Non-smoking throughout. Gas cooking prohibited — IH cooking only. No loud noise, no banquets — guests may be asked to leave immediately if neighbors complain. Pets restricted to designated pet area on 1st floor. Check-in 15:00-17:00 (contact in advance if late). Check-out 11:00. Cash payment required at check-in at the naokonoza office. Cancellation free until 31 days before check-in.

• https://naokonoza.com/en/reservation/
• https://naokonoza.com/en/umekoji/
• https://naokonoza.com/en/
• https://www.ikyu.com/en-us/00050442/11172673/10096919/
• https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/naokonoza-bettei-umekoji.html