Kumashu-an Machiya House — Private Kyoto Townhouse with Full Kitchen Near Nijo Castle

Entire machiya exclusively for your group | Full kitchen with IH cooktop, rice cooker, and complete cookware | Private bathroom with large soaking tub | Luggage delivery from Kyoto Station (1 piece free) | 5-min walk to Nijojo-mae Metro Station | English-speaking staff available 10AM–7PM

Couples or small groups (up to 4) who want a fully private, self-catering machiya experience near Nijo Castle, with the convenience of luggage delivery from Kyoto Station and a professional English-speaking operator.

Private stay: The entire machiya is reserved exclusively for your group — no shared spaces, no other guests. Self-catering: The kitchen is fully equipped with an IH stovetop, rice cooker, microwave, refrigerator, kettle, toaster, and complete cookware, plates, and cutlery. Genuine self-catering capability for any meal preparation. Bath: Private bathroom with a large soaking tub and shower. No shared or communal bathing facilities — fully private. Property: Traditional two-story machiya with a private entrance and inner garden/courtyard.

5-minute walk from Nijojo-mae Metro Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line). 4-minute walk from Nijo Castle (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Easy access from Kyoto Station via metro. Check-in is at a separate desk near Kyoto Station before proceeding to the machiya. No lift — two-story building with stairs. Not recommended for guests with significant mobility limitations.

Luggage delivery service from the Kyoto Station check-in desk to the machiya: 1 piece included free, additional pieces ¥800 each. Luggage storage also available at the check-in desk.

Fully equipped kitchen confirmed on official site: IH stovetop, rice cooker, microwave, refrigerator, electric kettle, toaster, complete cookware, plates, and cutlery. Full self-catering capability — suitable for preparing any meals.

Private bathroom with a large soaking tub and shower. No shared or communal bathing facilities exist at this property — all bathing is fully private to your group.

Official website fully available in English. Staff available by phone and email 10:00AM–7:00PM. Emergency support available 24 hours. House rules published in English on official site. Part of MACHIYA INNS & HOTELS (80+ properties) — professional operator with strong international guest experience.

Non-smoking. No lift — stairs to upper floor. Check-in 15:00–19:00 at separate Kyoto Station check-in desk. Check-out by 10:00AM. Maximum 4 guests. No extra beds or cots.

• https://www.kyoto-machiya-inn.com/accommodations/kumashu/
• https://machiya-inn-japan.com/
• https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kumasyu-an.en-gb.html