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A small machiya villa with just one guest room, nestled in sujyaku, Kyoto. A quiet stay surrounded by traces of history.

OUTLINE

A machiya of your own in sujyaku

akatsuki sujyaku is a private machiya with just one guest room, located in the sujyaku area, whose history dates back to Heian-kyo. Amid the quiet streets around Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station, guests can enjoy a peaceful stay all to themselves.

A machiya of your own in sujyaku

ENGAWA

Waiting for Kyoto's light on the engawa

Light filtering through the lattice and the quiet presence of the street. The engawa is an in-between space connecting indoors and outdoors.

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LIVING

A living room at the heart of the stay

The intimate scale of a low table set close to the tatami. From morning preparations to the stillness of night, the rhythm of the day takes shape here.

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BEDROOM

A small room made for sleep

A bedroom planned around one double bed. The window's orientation and the lighting deepen the night and soften the morning.

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BATHROOM

Closing the day in the rising steam

A private bathroom with a bathtub is planned. A place to unwind from the journey and ease into the machiya night.

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SPECS

Basic Specs

Indoor area
44.19㎡
Beds
3 single beds
Number of rooms
1 room (exclusive use of the entire building)
Maximum guests
3 guests

AMENITIES

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Bathroom & bathtub
  • Flush toilet (Washlet bidet seat)
  • Water heater
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush set
  • Washer & dryer
  • Microwave oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Tabletop electric cooktop

HOUSE RULES

House Rules

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
11:00
Smoking
Non-smoking throughout the property
Pets
Not allowed
Shuttle service
Not available
Breakfast & dinner
Not provided (restaurant arrangements available)
Payment
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LOCATION

Sujaku Shokaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto

On the west side of Suzaku-oji Avenue, the avenue running north–south through Kyoto, in the area around Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Spreading out on the south side of Shimabara, this is an area where history and everyday life overlap.

35-15 Sujaku Shokaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
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ACCESS

Access

  • About 3 minutes on foot from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station on the JR Sagano Line
  • About 25 minutes on foot from the Central Exit of JR Kyoto Station
  • From the bus stops in front of Kyoto Station, take Kyoto City Bus route 33, Special 33 (特33), 205, or 208, among others, then walk about 2 minutes from the “Umekoji Park / JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station” stop.

NEARBY

Nearby Spots

When exploring the sujyaku, Shimabara, and Umekoji areas, these are easy places to stop by during your stay.

Former Shimabara Geisha District: Sumiya Motenashi Museum of Art and Culture

About 8 minutes on foot

Former Shimabara Geisha District: Sumiya Motenashi Museum of Art and Culture

A nationally designated Important Cultural Property preserving Edo-period ageya banquet-house architecture. Here you can experience the refinement of the Shimabara geisha district and its culture of hospitality.

The Suzaku-no-niwa Garden at Umekoji Park

About 5 minutes on foot

Umekoji Park

An urban green space of open lawns and waterways. Ideal for a morning walk or a leisurely evening stroll.

The steam locomotive shed at the Kyoto Railway Museum

About 7 minutes on foot

Kyoto Railway Museum

A large museum where you can see real railway vehicles up close. It is an enjoyable half-day destination in any weather.

The large tank at Kyoto Aquarium

About 6 minutes on foot

Kyoto Aquarium

An aquarium within Umekoji Park. Its large tanks and diverse creatures also make it a good choice for rainy days during your stay.

Nishi Hongwanji

About 15 minutes on foot

Nishi Hongwanji

The head temple of the Hongwanji branch of Jodo Shinshu, inscribed as a World Heritage Site. Its majestic temple halls stand on the north side of the neighborhood.

The five-story pagoda and cherry blossoms at To-ji Temple (Kyo-o-gokoku-ji Temple)

About 20 minutes on foot

To-ji Temple (Kyo-o-gokoku-ji Temple)

A World Heritage Site known for its five-story pagoda. Located at the southern end of Suzaku-oji Avenue, it is a temple closely associated with Kukai.