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Ideal for sightseeing in Osaka and Kyoto 3LDK 2WC 2 parking spaces Vacation Home "JAPAKU" 3 minutes from the nearest station
This is a 3-minute walk from Furukawa Bridge Station on the Keihan Line, 85 square meters, and a 2-story detached house for rent. (Not a shared house) There is a large living room, dining room, and full kitchen on the 1st floor, and 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the 2nd floor. There is a parking lot next to the house and a smoking area in the backyard. For more information, please see the JAPAKU website, Google Maps, Instagram, etc. Alcohol and a large delivery box are installed at the entrance. We are currently flexible with pricing for long-term stays, so please let us know. Our sister guest house, JAPAKU@KADOMA 01, is also available for rent. It is 70 minutes from Kansai Airport, 40 minutes from Shin-Osaka, and 55 minutes from Itami Airport. It is 20 minutes from the Meishin Suita IC and 10 minutes from the Daini-Keihan Sakaimon-Masu IC. There are two supermarkets, AEON and SATAKE (both 2 minutes on foot) near this rental house. There are also many restaurants and convenience stores, so you can have a pleasant stay without any problems, whether it's a short trip or a long stay. It is convenient to use the Keihan train and various trains to get to tourist destinations such as Osaka city, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. Sightseeing by car is also very convenient, with an interchange nearby.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews
6LDK 183.4 ㎡/5 minutes on foot from the nearest station/15 minutes by train to USJ/"En"
We completed renovations in March 2025 and reopened! This is an entire house for rent with the charm of Japanese Modern. Features of our stay It is a 5-minute walk from the nearest station. It can be reached in about 15-30 minutes to major tourist destinations, and is recommended as a base for sightseeing. There are also a wide variety of nearby facilities.There are also restaurants and supermarkets. 183.4 ㎡ Up to 20 people 5 min walk from Chidoribashi station on the Hanshin Namba Line Japanese-style bathroom x 1 shower room x 2 toilet room x 2 A special stay that blends Japanese taste with modern comfort. Decorated with high-quality wood, a calm Japanese space, Dining with the latest equipment. You will have a luxurious time that will make you forget your daily life. There are two bathtubs (ceramic baths) made from traditional Japanese Shigaraki in the bathroom, and I think you can experience the gentle warmth of Shigaraki. The nearest station is "Chidoribashi Station" on the Hanshin Namba Line, which is conveniently located about a 5-minute walk away. Universal Studios is 15 minutes by train. You can go to Namba Station, Shinsaibashi, and Umeda Station in less than 20 minutes. You can go to Kyoto and Kobe with a small number of transfers.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
ABURARI Only 9 minutes from Kansai Airport, an old private house with a popular mossy Japanese garden (same price for up to 3 people)
9 minutes by train or 5 minutes on foot from Kansai Airport.We rent all the houses (old houses) of traditional Japanese merchants.Oil is the name that has been passed down to our house for generations. It's not just a guest house, but just family and friends, and enjoy a relaxing trip to Japan without worrying about other groups. It is also a popular inn for those who are interested in traditional Japanese culture, or enthusiasts of anime such as Ganjing Blade and Naruto.It is an old house, but everything has been renovated so that guests can have a comfortable stay. It can be used for a wide range of stays, from one person to families or groups of up to 10 people.(The price will not change for up to 3 people) [Best hospitality not found in other guesthouses] The spacious 12-tatami tatami mat and the Japanese garden spread across the rim side is the essence of traditional Japanese architecture.Please relax while looking at the Japanese garden among the spacious tatami mats. The living room, which has been remodeled, can travel back in time 200 years ago. [For long-term stays] Desk, chairs and whiteboards are provided.It can also be used as a working space.We also provide discount plans for guests staying longer than 28 days.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews
Senrioka's apartment: A family apartment in a location with excellent access to Osaka and Kyoto.
It is a completely private space with a one-floor studio only. Simple but well equipped. During this period there will be noise during the day and night. Please make a reservation in advance. The room is coordinated with indigo, a traditional Japanese color, as an accent color. The spacious room has 6 single beds, perfect for group trips. Please relax and enjoy yourselves. This room is [Room-B] on the 4th floor. You can use the whole space. The room is private, so you won't be sharing it with other guests. You will not have to share the space with other people. - We provide a pocket WiFi router in the room. (If you use more than 300 GB per month, the speed will be reduced) - We are unable to accommodate additional requests for amenities or consumables during your stay. - Check-in is possible even late at night. ・ We do not have an iron for clothes. Please let me know in advance when you wish to enter. - Please let me know in advance if you need to use the toaster oven. ・ Absolutely no smoking inside
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews
[Free pick-up and drop-off] Small traditional house in the countryside | 1~2 people | Breakfast with home-roasted coffee included
About 1 hour by car from Kyoto City and Osaka City.This is a small, handmade guest house nestled in a lush, natural satoyama. --------------------------- 🏠 Key points about the accommodation • Private space for rent: This is a warm old house that the owner couple carefully renovated. • There is a traditional Japanese Goemon-style bath in the room, heated with wood, one of the few remaining today, using precious natural water pumped from the groundwater.Available as an option. • Easy to enjoy Satoyama breakfast: Free-range eggs, bread, wieners, home-roasted coffee, etc. are available in the fridge.Please cook for yourself at your leisure. • You can enjoy dinner and local drinks as an option. • Free shuttle and bicycle rental available (not an electric assist bicycle): Free shuttle to JR Kameoka Station and Nose Electric Railway Myoken-guchi Station (15:30-20:00) Credit cards and various QR payments
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
【Shukuhonjin gamo】120㎡★100y Machiya★Delicate Yard
Located in Osaka’s Joto Ward, this 1909 historic house is a rare WWII survivor. Renovated in 2015 by a renowned designer, it spans 150㎡, blending historical charm with modern luxury in a tranquil city-center retreat. Its elegant design harmonizes past and present, offering cultural immersion and spacious comfort.With two bathrooms, separated toilets, washbasins, and a large bath, it ensures privacy and cleanliness for groups. Experience culture, history, & comfort your perfect Osaka stay awaits.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 344 reviews
Reikyo Hanazono|Silhouette King
Just one stop from the city’s rush, yet quietly removed from its noise — Reikyo presents a quiet room designed for travelers who value calm, light, and refined minimalism. This king-bedded space blends traditional Japanese elements with modern comfort, featuring soft shadows cast through shoji screens and a curated palette of deep wood, stone grey, and warm indirect lighting. Enjoy a cup of tea in the soft morning light, cook a simple meal in the built-in kitchen, or simply unwind in silence.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews
K's Villa Kamogawa - Excellent River View
K's Villa Kamogawa-an is an authentic Kyoto style wooden house located right beside the Kamo river only 3 mins walk from Shichijo station. Maximum 7 guests, Suitable for 2 - 5 guests Please ensure you select the correct number of guests when booking <Important> Please come to K's Villa Office (K's House Kyoto) to CHECK-IN before 20:30pm. ※Please do NOT go to K's Villa directly. ・If you arrive before 16:00, we can keep your luggage at K' s Villa Office(K's House Kyoto) anytime after 9:00am.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews
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.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 981 reviews
Sauna Villa, 8 min Namba, Metro & JR 5 min Walk
Your Osaka base by day. Your private sanctuary by night. Private Estonian sauna up to 110°C, cold plunge bath, and open-air terrace — all yours. This brand-new villa sleeps up to 10 across 2 bedrooms with 4 double beds and a sofa bed. A bathroom and a separate shower room, 2 restrooms, and 3 vanity basins keep mornings smooth for the whole group. Japandi interiors blend Nordic calm with Japanese warmth. Osaka Metro & JR, 5 min walk. Namba in 8 min, Umeda in 4 min, USJ in 10min.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews
Bijou Suites Porta APM / 2 min to Shinsaibashi
This is a 1LDK designer room with an area of 36.14㎡. It is a 4-minute walk from Osaka Metro Nishinagahori Station. From Nishinagahori Station, it takes 2 minutes to Shinsaibashi Station, 23 minutes to Shin-Osaka Station, and 60 minutes to Kansai International Airport. With excellent access to Minami, the center of Osaka sightseeing, it is an ideal base for tourism. ◆Features: Stress-free self-check-in system Japanese, English, and Chinese language support High-speed Wi-Fi available
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
【Spacious Japanese Designer’s house 】10min to USJ
【New Opening】KOHAKU VILLA 3 min. from Chidoribashi station.(Hanshin Namba line) 15 min to Namba or Universal Studio Japan. 100m2 Large full house with three bed rooms. Esthetic Japanese design with Tatami. There are Super market, Japanese Izakaya, various restaurants, Convenience store, 100 yen shop and drug stores within five min. walk. You can enjoy the nostalgic ambiance of traditional Japan in the streets. KOHAKU VILLA is suitable for your memorable trip to Japan.
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