This hostel was great! We loved the location and the breakfast was amazing. All the staff were friendly and very helpful. Only improvement would have been to have a shelf or somewhere to place my phone when I slept.

Stayed in April 2025

It was a nice place to stay, traditional and comfortable, people were kind, and the breakfast was really appreciated, thank you !

Stayed in April 2025

Loved the laid back vibe of Ichiro’s place. Fantastic location just down the way from one of the underground stations. Also perfectly placed for all of Kyoto’s east side attractions and wondeful restaurants and izakayas within a few minutes walk. Ichiro’s breakfasts are fab and it was always nice to chill with Jiro the wonder dog! Many thanks all! Steve

Stayed in March 2025

There were some noises from the cars in the street. We were able to sleep nevertheless.

It was a nice little house. The shared facilities were clean. We had no problem using the toilets or the shower room(there are two). Thr breakfast was really good and good value for money. Location wise it's also close to a few attractions and some good restaurants. We had 2 small suitcases and a large one and were able to bring them upstairs.

Stayed in April 2025

Breakfast and everything is so good !

Stayed in April 2025

They serve the best breakfast in Kyoto!

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing we didn’t like.

Lot of breakfast options, prepared fresh each morning. Clean and quiet property in a central location. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, including Jiro the dog!

Stayed in April 2025

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Very welcoming feeling in the House as soon as you arrive. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was plentiful with many options and was delicious.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Very very welcoming staff, excellent breakfast and location

Stayed in March 2025

The location is great. The breakfast is amazing. The owner is so nice. He can speak a bit of English, Spanish and Portugués. The shower is very good. All the staff is nice. Comfortable bed 👍🏻

Stayed in March 2025

The location and the old Japanese house stile. The breakfast is some of the best you find in hostels. The team is wonderful supportive.

Stayed in March 2025

It is an old (house/shop) building. So, the insulation is not very good in winter. Very cold even with the heater turned on.

Breakfast was good. Location is a few minutes walk to the underground Metro/Subway or the Bus Stop. Quiet neighborhood. Lawson store across the road.

Stayed in January 2025

My bed had a big dip in the mattress, so was slightly uncomfortable. Wish the showers were a touch hotter, but they were perfectly comfortable nonetheless.

Location is excellent for getting around the temple-rich area of East Kyoto. The breakfast buffet is excellent especially considering how expensive food is in Kyoto. There is free coffee and tea all day, which makes the place so homely. Staff are friendly and speak great English. The dog is quiet and super well behaved. The mixed dorm overlooks the courtyard, so is quiet and the curtains offer excellent blackout. Had lovely time with the other guests and extended my stay twice!

Stayed in January 2025

The showers did not get really hot, so it was usually lukewarm showers, and the isolation is not the best, but again, it's 150 yrs old, so what can you expect really.

Really cute guest house with authentic Kyoto vibes. Really enjoyed my stay! Jiro the dog and the breakfast was definitely the highlights! Overall a very pleasant stay.

Stayed in December 2024

Amazing staff. Amazing location.

Stayed in December 2024

A car noise from a bid street in the front of the hostel

Jiro the Shiba, friendly and helpful staff, nice breakfast

Stayed in December 2024

I had an amazing time and can't ask for more, but just to help people make informed decisions Some rooms are facing the road; I slept very well regardless, but some might find car noises loud at night Also, note that not everyone would find guesthouse in general as most comfy

I stayed here 13 nights, and I will definitely come back if visiting Kyoto. Some highlights were: Kind and caring staff Nice breakfast (I was too well-fed) Everything is very organised (and systematised) The cozy atmosphere of a traditional Japanese house Jiro the Shiba Inu

Stayed in December 2024

I absolutely loved this hostel - the owner, Jiro, Shoko san, and other staff - everyone was such a delight to meet. the guest house is a traditional old Japanese style wooden house - which must be experienced! Breakfast - made with soo much love, not only was a balanced variety of foods provided, the host provided many seasonal fruit options! The positive attitude is so infectious - even the guests were in delightful mood when lounging. I do miss Jiro - the cutest Shiba I met in Japan. I take very fond memories from here - and wish to see them whenever I'm in kyoto!

Stayed in October 2024

Mattress a little thin, other than that all superb

Superb host with great breakfast, warm welcome and great location

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing!

Great little hostel with good vibe. Fantastic value for Kyoto. The absolute best breakfast we had in any accommodation in Japan! So much variety including lots of fruit, cannot believe breakfast is included for this price. Good location, 5mins walk from metro stop, 10min walk from Ninenzaka street. Walkable to Gion and kiyomizudera temple. Some great affordable restaurants nearby. Good storage lockers - can’t quite get a large backpack in but can get essentials/valuables in. Does not offer luggage forwarding but is directly opposite Lawson who were able to do this for us. V helpful staff and lovely family.

Stayed in November 2024

The best breakfast I've had in Kyoto, is the reason I wake up early everyday! Highly recommend if you ever come to Kyoto to stay at this hostel!

Stayed in October 2024

It was a nice experience staying in a 150 year old house. Facilities are modern though, but the atmosphere is excellent. The hosts are super friendly and nice. Breakfast is hearty and coffee is available until 10 PM. One of my best stays ever.

Stayed in November 2024

The owner and his family are super friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was absolutely delicious, big variety of fruits, pastries, and a mix of Japanese and Western breakfast items. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed in November 2024

As pictured, but something to bear in mind- the beds have a railing so it is difficult to get in and out of the beds. Definitely bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper bc the road noises are really loud!

Jiro was adorable and the breakfast was amazing! Owner and workers are super nice and friendly. Nice social vibe, location was good- train station and bus stop to Kyoto station nearby, plenty of shops and shrines within walking distance. Not far from the main shops, no queue for toilet or shower.

Stayed in November 2024