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Korakuan

Holiday home with kitchen, near Nijō Castle

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Flat-screen TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Traditional House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property amenity

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (2)

  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

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Flat-screen TV

Traditional House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

Map
Nishinokyo Umaryo-cho 3-2, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8492

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nishiki Market - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 56 min drive
  • Kobe (UKB) - 91 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 98 min drive
  • Nijo Station - 9 min walk
  • Nishioji-Sanjo Station - 15 min walk
  • Sai Station - 20 min walk
  • Nishioji Oike Station - 11 min walk
  • Emmachi Station - 13 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Growly - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン 霽レ空 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪蛸蛸 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪メンヤ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪森林食堂 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Korakuan

When you stay at this holiday home, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Nijō Castle and Nishiki Market. Homes feature bonuses such as washing machines, fridges and microwaves. Public transportation is only a short walk: Nishioji Oike Station is 11 minutes and Emmachi Station is 13 minutes.

Languages

Japanese

At a glance

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Property size

    • Private holiday home
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • 24-hours off-site parking within 656 ft (JPY 1200 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24 hours off-site parking within 656 ft (JPY 1200 per day)

Family friendly

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Japanese garden
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Laundry facilities

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (centimetres): 65
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 65
  • No lifts
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • In the city centre
  • In the historical district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 floors

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 1200 per day (656 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have lifts.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property does not provide luggage storage.

Also known as

Korakuan House Kyoto
Korakuan House
Korakuan Kyoto
Korakuan Kyoto
Korakuan Private vacation home
Korakuan Private vacation home Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Korakuan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Korakuan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at this holiday home?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at this holiday home?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Korakuan and nearby?
Korakuan has a garden.
Does Korakuan have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchenette, which also includes a stovetop, a fridge and a microwave.
Does Korakuan have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this property features a garden.
What's the area around Korakuan like?
Korakuan is in Central Kyoto, a short 9-minute walk from Nijo Station and 15 minutes' walk from Nijō Castle.

Korakuan Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

2박 3일의 일정에 아주 좋은 숙소였습니다. 니조역에서 12분 거리의 주택가에 있어 매우 조용한 분위기에서 편히 쉴 수 있었습니다.
JEONGWOO, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Koraku-an is a beautiful Ryokan. We wanted to experience staying in a traditional Japanese home and this place was perfect. Rika was so nice and she even went out of her way to wait for our Uber to help direct it to Koraku-an on our last day. Over all, our experience with Koraku-an was wonderful and excellent.
Yoli, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

GONGMEEI, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

chaeeun, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

DOYEAN, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

최고의 힐링을 원한다면 이곳으로!!
メールありがとうございます。 連絡が取れてよかったです^^ アイフォンジャックは宿にあったものでした！ 考えてくださってありがとうございます おかげさまで一日中とても楽で幸せに過ごすことができました。宿舎も思ったより100倍は居心地が良くてよかったです 町も静かでとてもきれいで手紙もとても感動しました。 部屋もあたたかいしアメニティも充分で、楽でした そして直接来て説明もしてくださって質問に親切に案内してくださってありがとうございます。 京都にまた訪問する機会があればぜひまた訪問します ありがとうございます。幸せな京都旅行でした💓
SEUNGHEE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property was everything we expected it to be. A traditional and cultural Japanese experience.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I don’t feel safe when staying with kids at This property. The property seems to be very fragile. You can hear all the noise around the street. Even when the next door people slide their door. Cannot sleep properly. Mosquito bite can be an issue for our family as there is still marks on my kids face and body. The owner lives very close to the house. Very helpful and nice lady. The house might be suitable for adults alone but not family with kids.
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was very enjoyable in a lovely authentic traditional guesthouse with all you need. Extremely helpful info guide prepared by owner Rika. Quiet and safe area Steep stairs for navigating to upstair bedrooms but option of sleeping downstairs too.
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had been staying in this beautiful house for 7 days during our visit to Kyoto. It is such a great experience for us to understand the traditional living style and culture of Kyoto. Korakuan is well maintained and we feel very comfortable with the facilities provided. A map of the nearby area, train/JR stations and a list of restaurant are well prepared by the owner. We tried the public bath and some restaurants recommended which are good. Best of all , Ms Rika , the owner is very nice and helpful. She attended to all our request immediately and was a great help to us during our stay. Thank you Rika. Will definitely stay again and it is highly recommended.
7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

we liked the fact that it was authentic but still with modern facilities it was a great place to stay the experience was unique location was good as well with great info supplied by owners re surrounding facilities and transport links We would definitly recommend this property
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a great experience for family! Great for groups and larger than most hotels! The beds were large and soft and the rooms are clean. There is a kitchen for cooking as well! Anyone coming to Kyoto wanting to experience tatami should live at Koraku-an. Rika was a great host and even showed us out on check out.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our family loved the unique experience that this authentic traditional Japanese style wooden house offered!
CK, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was such a special property to stay in and in a fantastic location. The manager was so helpful and welcoming. So much good food nearby and good transport. The building itself is magical and very well equipped. A wonderful place to stay to experience this amazing city!
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Authentic Kyoto Home
Super wonderful to get a chance to stay in an authentic traditional Japanese house. Cooking utensils, laundry equipment, and toiletries are all available. Had the most romantic homely stay. Ms. Rika was a lovely host! It was really nice to learn about the history of her parents’ home.
Wilin, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was very unique experience staying in Korakuan! The house is old but we enjoyed the REAL Kyoto life --- nice neighborhood, convenient stores.... Make sure you use google map when you come back by taxi. :)
Grace, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The old style feel of the home was a truly amazing experience. Very clean, great area. Lots of character and charm.
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful place to stay. We loved being immersed in authentic "old school" Kyoto culture. The public baths nearby are excellent and there is a big supermarket nearby. Our host Rika was lovely and had some very useful suggestions for things to do. Highly recommended.
ggroovex, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Home Away From Home
We loved the experience we had at Korakuan! The home is beautiful, very well-kept and immaculate. The area of Nijo is quaint and there is easy access to the metro. The service was wonderful and we were provided detailed information about the surrounding area, etc. When we had difficulty arriving to Kyoto due to rain and train delays, they were more than accommodating. They also went out of their way to make sure we made it safely and had everything we needed when we are arrived. We would highly recommend staying here for a traditional, hometown experience.
Gracia, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice Kyoto townhouse experience.
Beautiful home and very unique and rewarding experience.
Ninh, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Old Machiya in a Central Neighborhood
We loved this place! The house is about 100 years old, with wooden floors, low furniture, beautiful soji screens and a tiny garden. It is centrally located in a small, intimate neighborhood and within walking distance to the main train station and subway lines, as well as several grocery stores and restaurants. The kitchen is old, but completely functional. Shower is in an add-on, covered area and there is a washing machine right there on site. Beds are located upstairs. It was pretty cold when we were there, but the electric heaters kept the entire house warm and cozy. The owner and our most gracious host made sure that our every need was met. She also informed us of a special, lantern/light festival that was going on at the Kyoto shrines and temples at that time. We were so glad that we went and probably would not have known about it, if it were not for her. Staying at Korakuan was a nice get-away from the, "hotel life," for a few days and a chance to live like the locals do. We'll definitely stay there again, the next time we are in Kyoto.
C., 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming and Authentic, very pretty neighbourhood
Charming and Authentic, very pretty neighbourhood. The lady that greeted us was so helpful and nice. She explained to us all there is to know about Kyoto. She even brought us tea and bread. A++ would definitely go again.
Alex, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Korakuan must stay to experience old japanese life
We stayed three nights at Korukuan and loved every minute. First let me say that Rika Fukuda, the hostess of Korukuan was wonderful. She greeted us minutes after we let ourselves in (with the passcode: she lives just across the way) and welcomed us. But she had already left us personal notes of welcome and explanations of how things worked. She also left us a detailed map of the neighborhood which was of tremendous help when trying to explain to cabbies how to find this gem in the middle of an old neighborhood of family homes. Korakuan was Rika’s grandmothers home and that explains much. It is old Japan style living on tatami mats, sleeping on futons (absolutely comfortable) and eating at the heated kotatsu table, sitting on the floor. The two story house has sleeping rooms above, two living rooms below with kitchen and a wonderful Japanese garden outside. The kitchen is completely stocked with utensils, pans etc so using the market (2 minute walk away) we were able to cook our evening meals or have breakfast in the comfort of this temporary home. Everything is clean and Rika has thought of everything when fitting it out for guests. The location is very central in Kyoto and close to the metro subway. We will certainly stay here when we return and recommend Korakuan to anyone visiting Kyoto that wants a very economical way to experience old style Japanese living in the heart of the community. You cannot go wrong and will not regret your stay.
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Extended stay
Love this place that we call home in Kyoto. We extended 2 days and stayed here for 5 days in total.
2-night trip
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