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The house was very clean and tidy and had everything I needed.

As for the host, Maple-san, I was positively surprised by how kind she was. Not only did she suggest interesting places in Kyoto to me, she also explained the historical background and helped me make travel plans for the individual days. As a result, I think I managed to visit many different areas and get quite a lot out of my trip. This wouldn't have been possible without her thorough knowledge of Kyoto and her willingness to help.

Amazing homestay !
It was our first experience like this and we are ready to do this again because our stay was just perfect. Maple is Really kind and welcoming, so we were felling directly like at our home. She also helped us a lot to make our organisation to visit Kyoto, it was a Great help. By the way Monica her dog is lovely :)
For the home there is all we needed of comfort and accomodations, and the place is a bit out of the downtown but it was totaly positive to rest after the long days of Touristic visit :)
Also is quiet simple to join the city only 20 or 30 minute by bus and train.

So be sure you can have really good time here !

We spent an amazing week at Maple-san’s home. The location is a bit further out, but it’s so worth the extra travel time. The house is very cozy, light and comfortable, our beds were great to sleep in. We loved hanging out in the dining area, chatting with Maple-san over a pot of tea. We had interesting conversations, and she gave us lots of recommendations on what to see, do or eat around Kyoto. She taught us quite a few Japanese phrases as well as interesting things about the local culture. We even got to try her cooking (and she tried ours!). Her dog, Monika-chan is adorable! For a week we felt like coming home after our days out. An unforgettable experience for sure! どうもありがとうございます、Maple-san!

We miss Maple and Monica already!!!! Such a fun energetic family we really enjoyed getting up early and going for walks in the morning, and Maple went above and beyond teaching us about Japan and Sakura and Japanese phrases. - Lily

I want so come back to Kyoto just to see Maple and Monica chan!! Maple was an amazing host and made us feel apart of her family. She taught me many Japanese phrases and helped me understand the language better. I loved spending time with her going on walks and sharing tea. She is also very knowledgeable in good places to see around Kyoto and overall made our trip so special. We hope to see you again Maple! Thank you for everything <3
- Jamie

My fiancée and I are staying in Japan for 2 and a half months, going from hotel to hotel. We knew that we should try out a homestay for a change and thank goodness we did that at Maple’s place.

Her house made us feel like we were at home! Maple is always very helpful and not complicated at all. She would give us recommendations on what we could see around Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe (attractions as well as restaurants and cafés). She had no problem helping us sending our luggage to our next hotel, which is a huge pain if you can’t speak/write in Japanese. And speaking of Japanese, she would always be willing to assist me, while I was learning Japanese. I’m sure I made my biggest progress, while staying there!

The room was very cozy, though it can get cold at night if you don’t turn on the heater (during late winter). We also had more than enough space for our luggage in our closet and we move around Japan with 3 suitcases and 2 bags. It was also pretty easy to get around from the house, since the bus stop is about 2 minutes away.

Last but not least, Monica made the stay even more enjoyable. It’s always nice petting a cute fluffy dog in the morning.

We definitely recommend staying at Maple’s place if you’re looking for a homestay in Kyoto. You won’t regret it!