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Self-Catering Stays

Published stays with self-catering context, useful for longer trips, families, dietary needs, or travelers who want more control over meals.

self catering

5 published stays

Kumashu-an Machiya House — Private Kyoto Townhouse with Full Kitchen Near Nijo Castle in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
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Kumashu-an Machiya House — Private Kyoto Townhouse with Full Kitchen Near Nijo Castle

Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto

A fully private traditional machiya in central Kyoto, exclusively for your group. Fully equipped kitchen with IH cooktop, private soaking tub, and luggage delivery from Kyoto Station — all managed by a professional English-speaking operator.

Good to know

Check-in takes place at a separate desk near Kyoto Station — not at the machiya itself. Plan to collect your access information there first before proceeding to the property. Check-in window is 15:00–19:00 only — guests arriving outside this window should arrange in advance. No lift — two-story building with stairs, not suitable for guests with significant mobility limitations. Pet policy is not stated on the official site — contact the operator if this matters for your stay.

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Riverside Arashiyama — Pet-Friendly Arashiyama Apartments with No Dog Size Limit, Deep Soaking Baths, and Bamboo Grove Walks in Arashiyama / Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto
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Riverside Arashiyama — Pet-Friendly Arashiyama Apartments with No Dog Size Limit, Deep Soaking Baths, and Bamboo Grove Walks

Arashiyama / Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto

A 23-unit apartment hotel 3 minutes walk from Hankyu Arashiyama Station with exceptional pet policies — no size limit for dogs, up to 2 dogs at no extra charge, cats also welcome. All units have deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary breakfast, and elevator access.

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Pet-friendly rooms are specific designated types — NOT all 23 units permit pets. When booking, explicitly request a pet-friendly room. Standard Room, Theater Room, and Cyclist Room do NOT allow pets. After booking, submit pet information and vaccination certificate via the 'Pet Accompaniment Contact Form' on the official website before arrival. Pet diapers are required inside the building — bring your own or confirm with the property if they are provided. For the 3rd dog or 2nd cat and beyond, an additional fee applies — confirm current rates with the property. The kitchenette has a microwave and refrigerator but no stovetop — full cooking is not possible. Some guests report inconsistency in available cutlery and dishes by room type — confirm kitchenware availability with the property if you plan to use the kitchen extensively. Front desk closes at 10:00 PM — guests arriving after 10:00 PM cannot check in. No after-hours emergency contact method confirmed.

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naokonoza Bettei Umekoji — Rare Pet-Friendly Kyoto Machiya with Private Shigaraki Ceramic Bath in Umekoji / Tanbaguchi / Kyoto Railway Museum area, Kyoto
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naokonoza Bettei Umekoji — Rare Pet-Friendly Kyoto Machiya with Private Shigaraki Ceramic Bath

Umekoji / Tanbaguchi / Kyoto Railway Museum area, Kyoto

An 80+ year-old Kyoto machiya (traditional townhouse) available for exclusive whole-house rental — one of the only machiya in Kyoto that welcomes pets, with no extra charge. Features a private Shigaraki ceramic bathtub across the courtyard garden, IH kitchen, and 4 tatami rooms for up to 10 guests.

Good to know

Pets must stay in the designated pet area (pet circle next to the kitchen on the 1st floor) — not permitted to roam freely through all tatami rooms. No elevator — 2nd floor rooms require carrying luggage up stairs. Check-in requires cash payment in person at the naokonoza office — confirm the office location and hours when you receive your booking confirmation. If your arrival time changes, contact the property at least 2 hours in advance. The number of pets and species accepted was not explicitly limited in official sources — confirm when booking.

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Machiya Kaemon Kyoto-sta. — Pet-Friendly Traditional Townhouse 5 Minutes from Kyoto Station, Dogs at No Extra Charge in Kyoto Station / Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
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Machiya Kaemon Kyoto-sta. — Pet-Friendly Traditional Townhouse 5 Minutes from Kyoto Station, Dogs at No Extra Charge

Kyoto Station / Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto

A privately rented traditional Kyoto machiya 5 minutes walk from JR Kyoto Station, welcoming dogs at no extra charge. The entire 2-bedroom townhouse is exclusively yours — private spa bath, kitchen with stovetop, Kyoto Tower views, and optional local Kyoto breakfast.

Good to know

No elevator — all floors are accessed by stairs only. Not suitable for guests who cannot manage stairs with heavy luggage. Whether cats are accepted in addition to dogs has not been confirmed — contact the property before booking if you're traveling with a cat. Dog size/weight limit not publicly specified — confirm directly if your dog is large. Self check-in only — no front desk on-site. Breakfast must be pre-ordered in advance. No on-site parking — use nearby paid car parks.

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Machiya Oozora — Private Kyoto Townhouse with Full Kitchen and Garden Soaking Tub in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
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Machiya Oozora — Private Kyoto Townhouse with Full Kitchen and Garden Soaking Tub

Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto

A fully private traditional machiya in central Kyoto, exclusively for your group. Cook your own meals in the fully equipped kitchen, or order optional Shojin Ryori zen vegetarian cuisine delivered in-house.

Good to know

Noise curfew hours are not explicitly listed — residential area etiquette applies; guests should be considerate of neighbors in the evenings. Stairs to 2nd floor bedrooms — not suitable for guests with mobility limitations. Meal delivery (including Shojin Ryori) must be pre-arranged before arrival — cannot be ordered on the day.

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