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Take in the beauty of our garden, originally designed by Ogawa Katsuaki,  a 12th-generation master

Separate tatami tea room and bedroom with two full beds, a private garden, private washer/dryer

KASURI - 絣
Working desk in one of our rooms

full bed, private washer/dryer, workstation, Antique wardrobe

TSUZURE - 綴
Our private building Tsumugi

2-story original hanare (private guest house) with a secluded courtyard and two full beds

tsumugi - 紬
NUKINISHIKI - 緯錦 ROOM

2 full beds, tatami seating area, room overlooks ryokan lobby

TATE NISHIKI - 经錦
This charming machiya, once a kimono shophouse, sits just off Omiya-dori in a neighborhood once home to silk thread merchants who supplied the imperial court. During the Edo period, the area was known as Ito-ya-cho, a district full of thread shops and bustling trade. Our house dates back to the late Edo or early Meiji era, with parts of the original structure, such as the storehouse, still preserved. Today, this historic home has been thoughtfully restored to welcome travelers from around the world. well-preserved machiya townhouses in nishijin textile district, kyoto

2 full beds, tatami seating area, view of main garden

NUKI NISHIKI - 緯錦
Kyo machiya are traditional townhouses that have been an integral part of Kyoto’s architectural soul

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Enso Machiya is the perfect choice for Japanese accommodation tailored to any occasion. Our skilled event staff will work closely with you to ensure that every detail is managed, making us a top contender among Kyoto boutique hotels and traditional machiya townhouses.

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Enso Machiya - A Luxurious Stay

Enso, a charming Kyoto boutique hotel, is situated in the heart of Kamigyo Ward (上京区, かみぎょうく), one of the eleven wards in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. This historic area was once a residence for royalty, aristocrats, and the upper classes during the time of Heian-kyō, the old capital of Japan. Nestled centrally in present-day Kyoto, it occupies the northern part of this ancient city. The scenic Kamo River enhances the appeal of the ward, which is also known for its cultural landmarks such as the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the Kitano Tenmangu Shinto shrine, and the Seimei shrine. Visitors can also explore the renowned Nishijin-ori textiles and the headquarters of the Omotesenke and Urasenke schools of Japanese tea ceremony. For those seeking a unique experience in Japanese accommodation, the area features traditional machiya townhouses that beautifully showcase Kyoto's rich cultural heritage.

Map of the area with all the favorite locations around Enso Machiya Inn-Kyoto Nishijin

Map of the area with all the favorite locations around Enso Machiya Inn-Kyoto Nishijin

Traditional Townhouse Kyoto - Enso Machiya Boutique Hotel

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