Places to stay near Horai Station

“Hanare”/Experience “living” in a Japanese countryside/Small private house/Free pick-up and drop-off

About 1 hour by car from Kyoto and Osaka.This is a small, handmade guest house nestled in a lush, natural satoyama.The owner couple has carefully renovated the Japanese house, and we promise you a warm stay as if you were living in Nose.
It is especially recommended for those who are looking forward to spending time in the beautiful nature of the countryside, rather than visiting tourist spots.
It's not as busy as a tourist destination, but we want to offer everyone who visits this place a special time to enjoy the charm of the countryside and live as if they were living there. This is the perfect place for those looking for this kind of trip. 
For those who like hiking, walking, and strolling
 Those who want to relax in their room without doing anything
 Those who truly love the rustic countryside scenery and tranquility
 For those who want to enjoy their trip at their own pace without being pressed for time Those who like to explore unfamiliar cities on their own ------------------------------------- We have received many warm words from guests who have stayed with us, telling us about the charm of our inn.Please use it as a reference for your trip.

京町家コテージkarigane

Built in the early Showa era and long used as a tea ceremony classroom, the townhouse has been reborn as a private rental inn, "Kyomachiya Cottage karigane". It is a 1-minute walk to the hot springs and Daikokuji Temple, which has deep ties to tea. Shino, with its unique cafes, coffee roasters, delicious Japanese confectionery stores, bakeries, and soba shops. Please use the carefully restored Kyomachiya as your base for sightseeing in northern Kyoto, where time flows slowly, with a focus on natural materials and traditional craftsmanship by Miyadai Koge and Saigo craftsmen.

Haruya Guesthouse

Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.

Artist's house in Kyoto with a big cypress bath

I am an Artist / Photographer born in Kyoto I started hosting because I love meeting people from all over the world and making new friends. This place used to be one big guesthouse, but during Covid19, I have stopped running the guesthouse and I moved in with my wife and 2 kids. Still I didn't want to give up so I left the good parts. Private cypress bath and renovated rooms and made another entrance for the Guests. So now it is 2 separate house Please check the house rules before you book.

kyoto villa soso (Near Kyoto station)

《May 2019 TV can be watched.》 It is located 15 minutes on foot from Kyoto station. It will be lent to a Kyoto townhouse style building. I put the finest furniture and the finest bed. You can also use wifi. The bath is about the size of two adults and uses Japanese cypress. It will be a very beautiful room just opened in January. Please try and stay at once. The location of the hotel is in a place where you can walk to downtown area of Kyoto and famous temples. It is a very convenient place.

Private use - Authentic Renovated Machiya House

Beautifully authentic restored "Kyo-Machiya" that has been converted into the licensed accommodation. While it retains some classic Kyoto exteriors and interiors, Western comforts like beds, kitchenette, dining table and chairs are also well furnished. Machiya stay offers you the rare chance to experience traditional Japanese living without sacrificing your comfort. Enjoy your trip, by feeling the atmosphere of Kyoto's lifestyle! *Free rental cycle service has been finished on 12/31/2023.

Spacious house with garden, facing a local shrine

To ensure you enjoy the stay to the fullest, I set check-in and check-out time to both 12:00 Noon. So you can stay up for 24 hours with one night booking. YAMANOTE HOUSE is accessible from major Kansai stations with 37min from Kyoto Sta. or 65min from Osaka Sta. If you come by car from Kyoto it takes less than 1 hour. The area aournd the house is once small castle town. The house is located next to the Shrine, Hiyoshi-Jinja, where the Omizo Festival is held on May 3 and 4 every year.

Kyoto countryside , 5 min.from Hozugawa kudari

Experience traditional Japanese hospitality with all the modern conveniences. Tsuzumi and Christian welcome you join them in their beautifully restored 150 year old traditional Japanese home, located in the picturesque village of Kameoka, 25 minutes from Kyoto . Hozugawa kudari departure is 5 minutes from the house,Torokko train station 5 minutes from the house, Arashiyama is 10 minutes by train. Prices are intended with breakfast. Many experiences available ask us.

Authentic Japanese Villa in Kyoto The Lodge MIWA

The lodge is located in the small village at Kitayama “north mountain” in Kyoto. This village is left behind in the modernization thus there is still the original Japanese landscape with history and tradition. There is a bridge to the Lodge, so it’s calm and quiet, keeps privacy apart from village. The beauty of Japan is based on sensibility to Nature. There is beautiful bath and Hammam faced on the garden, at night time, you will see deers through living room.

"Kyoto-no-Oyado Souju" is a private townhouse 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Kiyomizu-gojo Station.

Our inn was apparently built in the early Showa period. We have renovated the bathroom and kitchen areas to make your stay more comfortable while still retaining the charm of the townhouse, such as the low ceilings and narrow, steep stairs. Why not try experiencing a bit of Kyoto life? Please note that we will charge a local accommodation tax (200 yen per person per night) in addition to the accommodation fee. The price is scheduled to increase from March 2026.

Kyoran【Mugetsu Residence】 5 min walk from Nijojo

Newly opened B&B 5 minutes walk to Nijojo. JR Line：6-minute walk Subway: 6-minute walk Nijojo：5-minute walk 12 minutes by taxi to the house. ① JR - 1 hour 25 minutes by HARUKA > Kyoto Station ② JR-HARUKA 1 hour 25 minutes > Kyoto Station ③ Transfer at Kyoto Station to JR Sanin Main Line > Nijo Station > Approx. 6 minutes walk Equipped with air conditioning, full kitchens, underfloor heating, drum-type washer-dryers, and free Disney＋ & Netflix.

Scenic & quiet entire house in nature

A quiet resort area between the mountains and Lake Biwa, away from the crowds of Kyoto. Our house sits at the foot of the mountain, just a 20-minute walk to the clear waters of Lake Biwa. A transparent stream flows right behind the property, offering stunning riverside views. The 35㎡ villa has been fully renovated into a private entire house, perfect for relaxing in nature.