About the Homestay

Urban Eco friendly
  • Welcomes
  • Males
  • Females
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Students

2 train stations only 5 & 10 mins on foot, located between Osaka and Kyoto (20-30 mins train ride to each downtown respectively).

Public transport is so convenient that we have never owned a car here.

We're a bilingual family (English/Japanese), and we love learning different languages, so we love meeting people from all over the world.

Our kids are 10 and 15. We always enjoy helping our guests with recommendations, direction and other issues they may face in Japan.

My husband is a photographer/guide in Kyoto and loves literature & languages, so you can ask him for tips about Kyoto. My son loves PC games. My daugher loves painting and colors. I love food, slow life, cosy family time and nature.

Our house is modern, large (about 200 sq. metre / 2100 sq. feet.) & green (runs on solar energy) with a large living, dining room.

The neighbourhood has many traditional style houses, narrow streets, a 1300 year old temple and a shrine. A quiet place to stay and enjoy local life, but Kyoto and Osaka only a few minutes away.

I also hold culture classes at home [tea ceremony+calligraphy+kimono], and cooking classes [making sushi+tempura] as part of Airbnb experiences, which you can join at at a lower price than non-homestaying guests.

We do not provide dinner, but we offer a light breakfast of toast and coffee.

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 3 nights

Maximum stay is for 25 nights

Available for given dates

Long stay? If you have a reoccuring schedule where days in the week do not require accommodation, you can unselect those days below. This will inform the host and reduce the price of your stay.

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Japanese Room (1F)
From ¥7,857 per night
Triple Room
Sleeps 3

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
3 Futon Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This Japanese room is ideal for 2 -3 but a family of 4 (two adults and two small kids) can use it too but if you want a bigger room, check out our western i room. Doubled futon for extra comfort.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dresser / Drawers
  • Mirror
  • Hair-dryer
 1 guest
2+ Guests
Nightly Price
¥8,000
¥10,000
Weekly Price
¥55,000
¥69,000
Western Ikea Room (2F)
From ¥8,857 per night
Family Room
Sleeps 4

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
2 Single, 1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Large room w/ 4 beds (1 queen, 2 singles & 1 child bed) perfect for up to 4 people. Balcony w/table & 2 chairs (beautiful view of neighbourhood) 25 sq metres (270 sq. feet) room size. it has air-conditioning for winter/summer. There are stairs.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
  • Mirror
  • Hair-dryer
 1 guest
2+ Guests
Nightly Price
¥9,000
¥11,000
Weekly Price
¥62,000
¥76,000
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About the Area

+A perfect location to explore cities like Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara and even Hiroshima (2 hrs), Himeji (1 hr) and easy access to Tokyo (3 hrs by train).
+Attractions include 1000 temples and shrines in Kyoto, Osaka and Nara
+Universal Studios Japan (40 mins on train)
+Kansai International Airport (72 mins) and easy train access.
+Osaka Aquarium (world's largest) 1 hr away.
+Expo City & Park (20 mins away)
+Itami airport (40 mins)
+Shinkansen Station (Shin-Osaka) 15 mins on train.

Local Area Facilities
  • Park
  • Library
  • Restaurant
  • Train station

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen

House Rules

- Check-in after 4 PM, Check-out before 10 AM
- Returning home before 10 PM
- Quite Hours from 11PM-7 AM
- Take off your shoes inside the house
- No cooking apart from using a kettle or microwave
- We need to make photocopy of your passport or ID and register your details on a book (these are required by Japanese Law under our homestay registration with the local government).
-use of kitchen is okay for preparing food for small kids, babies. Use of kettle for boiling water is also fine.

Registration Number: M270011937

Cancellation Policy:
Homestay.com collects 25% of the price of the stay on your behalf at time of booking. Homestay.com will transfer this deposit to you 2 business days after their scheduled arrival. (less a small service fee). If a guest cancels more than 7 days in advance they will be refunded this deposit. To avail of this option, you need to register your bank details with Payoneer.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is not allowed.

37 Reviews

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    United Kingdom
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    January 2024

    This is the perfect homestay experience for those seeking a peaceful base to explore Kyoto and Osaka from. Akiko was really helpful with how to get to places and supplying visit suggestions when I arrived. The room was spacious and welcoming.
    Thanks Akiko!

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    Israel
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    November 2023

    Ikiko and Matt were great hosts!
    They made us feel at home right away and made sure we have all we need.
    With their warm hospitality, they let us experience the life of a Japanese family.
    We had great conversations about culture, tradition, religion in Japan and in Israel and we were very lucky to meet their lovely kids and talk to them.
    We will definitely stay with them again and meanwhile we will stay in touch!
    Thank you again!

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    Germany
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    October 2023

    Akiko und Matt sind fantastische Gastgeber. Wir (4 Personen) hatten eine wunderschöne Woche mit tollen Gesprächen. Schon bei der Ankunft wurden wir sehr herzlich empfangen. Akiko und Matt haben uns einen echten Familienanschluss angeboten und uns Tipps für Ausflüge gegeben. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und das Zimmer gut. Die Betten waren sehr bequem. Der Anschluss an öffentliche Verkehrsmittel super. Es ist rundherum eine klare Empfehlung und wenn wir noch einmal Urlaub in Japan machen, würden wir definitiv wieder bei Matt und Akiko wohnen wollen.
    Vielen herzlichen Dank für alles

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    Austria
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    October 2023

    Sehr angenehme Familie, praktische Location, prompte Kommunikation

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    Sweden
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    September 2023

    We had a great stay at Akiko and her family. The place is located perfectly between Kyoto and Osaka and there is both JR and local trains. The room is cosy and includes a AC, and we also enjoyed sleeping on a futon. Akiko is a very kind host that helped us with recommendations for our stay, she also hosts class but we did not have time to attend them. Would definitely come back :)

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    Germany
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    September 2023

    Akiko and her family are really nice and the room is clean and spacious. They were very accommodating and thoughtful, I can definitely recommend staying here and if I'm ever in Osaka/Kyoto again I'd stay here again!

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    Germany
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    August 2023

    Outstanding Stay with a warm Family.
    Our five-night stay with the family was simply fantastic. The room was perfect - comfortable and cozy.
    What truly made this stay exceptional was the warm hospitality of the family. They welcomed us and provided useful tips and advice for our trip, enhancing our experience in Japan.
    We definitely would book this place again, if we would travel in this area.
    Thanks to the family for an unforgettable experience!

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    Germany
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    August 2023

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    Belgium
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    July 2023

    Akiko and Matt are very friendly people. The room is clean and spacious. Nice environment. 2 trainstations in walking distance. Small village with some restaurants and shops, but also Osaka and Kyoto within 20 minutes reach. It was a very good holiday for us. Thank you.

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    Germany
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    June 2023

    This was our second stay with Akiko and her family and also a great time again.
    As always its nice to have a host family that does speak English well and also provides you with some insight on the Japanese lifestyle.
    Not to mention they are simply fun to chat or have a drink with.
    We will definitly come again, if we visit that part of Japan again.
    Great host.

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