Long stays in Kyoto
Two weeks, a month, a season. Furnished cottages and private rooms in Nishijin, with a local team a minute away.
2週間以上の滞在は、私たちに直接ご相談ください。
Who stays with us
Photographers chasing a season. Writers and researchers on a project. Families here for summer school. Remote workers who’d rather live in a neighbourhood than a hotel.
Thinking of renting an apartment instead?
Renting in Japan for a few months usually means a long lease, key money, a guarantor and an empty flat to furnish. Staying with us means none of that — just a calendar. Wi-Fi, linens, towels and a washing machine are ready when you arrive, and our team is a minute away when something comes up.
What’s included on a long stay
- Weekly refreshWe'll come by about once a week for a light clean and fresh sheets — or less often, if you'd rather be left in peace. Just tell us what suits you.
- LaundryWashers in every cottage and dryers in all but San (which has a sunny balcony). Free washing machines in the hostel.
- Desks and Wi-FiA workspace in every cottage and a desk in most hostel rooms, with Wi-Fi throughout.
- BicyclesFree with every cottage and in Nishi and Jin; rental at Ori (¥1,000 per person per stay).
- ParkingFree for one car with every cottage.
- Everyday life nearbySupermarkets and convenience stores within a few minutes’ walk, and a historic public bath two minutes away.
- A team that answersEvery day of the year, within a day.
Which room suits you
Working remotely
Every room on this list has a desk or workspace, and Wi-Fi.
実Sanefruit
Cottage with a workspace and a sunny kitchen
陣Jincamp
A tiny house with its own shower and desk
金Kingold
Our roomiest hostel room, with a private toilet and desk
紺Konindigo
A single with a desk
Families
All cottages are whole houses with full kitchens, 1–3 minutes from our office.
What guests say
Myself, my husband and our 5 year old daughter had a lovely 2 week stay with Expo Cottage. Hosts were super helpful and the home was very comfortable. We loved getting to know the local shops/cafes/restaurants in the quiet neighborhood.
The accommodation is a refurbished machiya that has been lovingly decorated in a traditional style with a modern twist. All the necessary amenities are provided for a comfortable stay, even for longer periods — we stayed for two weeks. This is the perfect place to stay to experience a little of the normal Kyoto life.
Our family of three was very comfortable in the place. The neighbourhood is quiet and quaint, with plenty of good restaurants and supermarkets in walking distance. … Our original plan was 6 nights but we extended to 9 nights as we were enjoying ourselves so much.
How long stays work
- 1Tell us your datesWho’s coming, and what brings you to Kyoto.
- 2We reply within a dayWith the rooms that suit you and a long-stay plan.
- 3We arrange the rest by emailEverything else is settled before you arrive.
Long-stay rates on request.
Long-stay questions
How long can I stay?
From 14 nights. Tell us your dates and we’ll check what’s possible.
Can I see availability first?
Each room page links to its Airbnb calendar, which shows open dates. For 14 nights or more, send us your dates and we’ll confirm.
Can I receive parcels?
Yes, at our office during opening hours (09:00–18:00).
Is it quiet?
The cottages and rooms are in a residential neighbourhood, and we ask all guests to keep nights quiet.