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Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto

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Step into the serene Poem Box, a tranquil retreat in Kyoto's historic Gion district. Enjoy modern comforts and traditional Japanese touches, including a tatami lounge and cozy mezzanine with air conditioning.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 221 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto

In the heart of the Gion district, this house was renovated by architect-designer Fumiko Kaneko and named "Poem Box".

This serene and cozy refuge, very well located, is ideal for enjoying the mix of modernity and tradition that characterizes Japan.



Description of the house



The house is in a single block (21m2): downstairs equipped kitchen, shower room and small dining area overlooking the adjoining garden.

A Japanese black tatami lounge, usually used for famous temples, completes the ground floor. A washing machine is then located under the shed outside.



At the other end of the house is a comfortable living room equipped with a table and chairs overlooking the neighboring garden.



A mezzanine completes the house. It has a comfortable double futon

Access to the mezzanine is via a ladder, and this can be difficult for elderly and/or tall people. However, it is possible that someone sleeps on the ground floor. The ceiling height of the mezzanine is approximately one meter. Air conditioning is located on the mezzanine level.



The neighborhood



The house is very quiet, in the heart of a residential area and very close to all the tourist sites of the Gion district (Higashiyama district), famous for its geishas and its picturesque streets. The house is a 15-minute walk from the famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO heritage site.



Nearby:



  • Supermarket: 5 minutes walk


  • Convenient store 7 eleven or Family Mart: 4 minutes walk


  • Restaurants: around twenty restaurants within 10 minutes on foot


  • Kiyomizu Gojo train station (direct to Osaka or Fushimi-Inari from 5 a.m. to midnight, every 10 minutes): 6 minutes on foot


  • Gojozaka bus stop (bus 202-206-207-80-86-58): 5 min walk


  • Kyoto Station: 30 minutes on foot or 15 minutes by bus


  • Kennin-ji Temple: 4 minutes on foot


  • Geisha Street Miyagawa-cho: 3 minutes on foot


  • Geisha Street Hanami koji: 8 minutes on foot


  • Yasaka Shrine: 15 minutes on foot


  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ninnenzaka and Sannenzaka Street: 15 minutes on foot


  • Fushimi-Inari Temple: 45 minutes on foot or 19 minutes by train


    • Registration number



    M260011687

    Property amenities

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Kitchen

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Toaster

    Bedrooms

    • Bedroom
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 0.5 bathroom
    • Bathtub
    • Hair dryer
    • Shampoo
    • Shower
    • Soap
    • Towels provided

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Housekeeping (limited availability)
    • Iron/ironing board

    Location highlights

    • In the city centre

    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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • Unit size: 226 square feet

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 12:00 AM
    Minimum check-in age - 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 12:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Rules

    Checkin 15:00-20:00

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events allowed

    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
    Property Registration Number M260011687
    If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

    We should mention

    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

    Property is also known as

    318741

    About the area

    Map
    Kyoto

    What's nearby

    • Kawaramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
    • Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
    • Nishiki Market - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
    • Kiyomizu Temple - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
    • Kyoto Tower - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

    Getting around

    • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 6 min walk
    • Gojo Station - 15 min walk
    • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 53 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪サガン - ‬4 min walk
    • ‪ラーメン藤 五条店 - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪ホテルバー近江栄 - ‬5 min walk
    • ‪KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA - ‬5 min walk
    • ‪五条カフェ - ‬3 min walk

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto?

    Check-in begins at 12:00 AM.

    What time is check-out at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto?

    Checkout is at 12:00 AM.

    Where is Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto located?

    Located in Gion, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kenninji Temple and Kawaramachi Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Shijo Street are also within 15 minutes. Gojo Station is 15 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 18 minutes.

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    Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto Reviews

    Reviews

    8.8

    Excellent

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

    9.4/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Mary P.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Lovely Little Place

    The Poem Box was cozy and comfy. The bed in the loft was very comfortable. We had all we needed.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Dani D.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Reise

    Sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge und um Kyōto zu erkunden. Kleines Haus ,aber elles drin was es braucht .
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

    6/10 Okay

    Raegan L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024