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Kyotofish.Suwa Located in the Gojo–Karasuma area, in central Kyoto.

This machiya has been thoughtfully redesigned, combining traditional wooden architecture with clean modern spatial design.

Natural light, wood textures, and balanced proportions create a calm interior atmosphere.

A quiet machiya stay in the heart of Kyoto.
The entire townhouse is reserved exclusively for your stay.

Kyoto.Tenjin — A Kyoto Machiya Where Stillness Dwells
Tucked away in a peaceful Kyoto neighborhood, Tenjin is a lovingly restored 100-year-old machiya townhouse that welcomes up to eight guests. Named after the divine spirit of serenity, the home embodies quiet strength and inner calm.
Its defining feature lies in three serene courtyards, each inspired by chōzubachi—the stone basins found at temple entrances for purifying hands and spirit.
The front courtyard features a rectangular basin, symbolizing the passage from the outer world into inner stillness. The middle courtyard presents a standing basin that expresses humility and the beauty of wabi-sabi. The rear courtyard, with its rare kasaya-shaped basin, represents the cleansing of the heart—a gentle act of spiritual renewal.
Warm natural wood flows through every corner—floors, beams, tables, and shelves—radiating harmony and the essence of wa, kei, sei, jaku (harmony, respect, purity, tranquility). Here, simplicity itself is a form of luxury.

Layout
1st Floor: Dining for eight / Tatami bedroom with garden view (sleeps 2) / Bathtub facing the garden / Underfloor heating
2nd Floor: Tatami room (up to 4 futons) / Western-style bedroom with king bed / Shower room & separate toilet

At Tenjin, time slows. Sit quietly, watch the ripples of water, and breathe in the stillness. This is more than a place to stay—it’s an invitation to pause, reflect, and experience the true calm of Kyoto.

Kyotofish·Ten’u is a luxurious Kyoto Machiya located at the lively intersection of Gojo-dori and Horikawa-dori. This 150㎡ townhouse, crafted by renowned Kyoto architects and garden designers, seamlessly blends traditional Kyoto aesthetics with modern comfort. Featuring three exquisite Japanese gardens, a premium Shigaraki ceramic bathtub overlooking a private Zen garden, and handcrafted furniture by Kyoto artisans, it offers an immersive cultural experience. With full underfloor heating and state-of-the-art kitchen appliances, Ten’u provides the perfect balance of historical elegance and contemporary luxury.

Experience the charm of Kyoto in our fully renovated, two-story Kyo-machiya townhouse, ideally located opposite Shoren-in Temple. Accommodating up to 9 guests, this whole-house rental offers a perfect blend of traditional elegance and modern comfort. Nestled in the Higashiyama area, it provides easy access to Kyoto's renowned temples and shrines, including Shoren-in Temple's stunning gardens with their century-old weeping cherry trees, lush greenery, and vibrant autumn leaves.

Newly renovated 100years traditional machiya with modern touches in a quiet corner between Gion area and Kiyomizu area. Enjoy the convenience of major shopping areas, and plenty of nearby restaurants. Easy access to transportation and popular sightseeing areas. The property has 2 cozy bedrooms 1 moonview room and a beautiful garden!
The total area is 90 square meters.With extra futons, up to 7 people can fit in the house.

Kyotofish Sugiya is a charming, compact yet fully equipped machiya townhouse tucked away in a quiet stone-paved alley in central Kyoto. Conveniently located just a 6-minute walk from the Kamogawa River, 10 minutes from Takashimaya and Daimaru, and 8 minutes from the nearest subway station—with Kyoto Station only a 7-minute taxi ride away—it offers superb access while retaining a sense of tranquility. Inside, the house seamlessly blends Japanese tradition with modern comfort, featuring an antique-style dining area, a tatami living room overlooking a serene kare-sansui garden, and a modern bathroom with dry-wet separation alongside an open-air Shigaraki ceramic bathtub. Upstairs, a Western-style bedroom with two Simmons beds and a tatami room accommodating up to three futons provide flexible sleeping arrangements. With warm Kyoto aesthetics, a private Zen garden, and exclusive use of the entire townhouse, Sugiya is the perfect retreat for travelers seeking both authenticity and comfort.

Kyotofish . Reisen is a spacious, fully renovated Kyoto machiya offering the rare scale of a grand townhouse reimagined as a private residence. Preserving its original proportions while integrating refined contemporary design, the home embodies a quiet harmony between tradition and modern living. Located directly across the Kamogawa River from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, it enjoys open views, serenity, and one of the most exclusive residential settings in central Kyoto.

A spacious, two-story Kyo-machiya townhouse along the Kamogawa.The first floor features a garden facing the river, and from the balcony on the second floor, you can enjoy views of the Kamogawa River and the Higashiyama Mountains. It is perfect for groups of families and close friends and can accommodate up to 9 guests.

Nishiki is located in the Gion Miyagawa-cho area, which has flourished as the most beautiful hanamachi (geisha district) in Kyoto from the Edo period to the present. It is also one of the filming locations for 'Memoirs of a Geisha.

Kyotofish.Kawahara is a beautifully renovated traditional machiya townhouse located at the southern end of Miyagawa-cho, Kyoto’s most vibrant geisha district with the largest number of active maiko and geiko in Japan. At twilight, guests can enjoy a rare view from the second-floor window, watching elegantly dressed geisha gracefully walk through the narrow alleys—a scene found only here. Inside, carefully selected antiques and authentic details preserve the charm of old Japan, while modern comforts such as heated flooring, stylish bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen ensure a relaxed stay. With serene tatami rooms overlooking the garden, a spacious open-concept living and dining area, and an unbeatable location just steps from the Kamogawa River, Kawahara offers a truly unique Kyoto experience where tradition and modern comfort harmoniously meet.

Kyotofish.Shirakawa is located in the Gion Shirakawa area, where willows sway in the wind, clear streams are lined with cherry blossom trees, and the elegant figures of maiko strolling by add to the rich atmosphere. This area is one of the most graceful and picturesque parts of Gion.

Nagamatsu is a beautifully restored century-old machiya nestled in central Kyoto, just steps from the serene Takase River. Its deep black shikkui (plaster) walls, subtly tinted with purple, and the use of rare Juraku clay—found only in Kyoto—reflect the meticulous craftsmanship of Kyoto artisans.
Inside, the house features a serene Zen garden with a maple tree and stone lantern, a modern kitchen, a hinoki (Japanese cypress) bathtub, and spacious tatami rooms—offering a refined, tranquil retreat in the heart of the city.