Imakumano Terrace - Kenzan An 乾山庵

More than the amazing house, and amenities, Rachel our host was FANTASTIC. Super thoughtful and helpful with any questions we had. She even helped us find hidden spots to view Sakura and find less crowded temples. She had skincare and a hair straightener, the bath was AMAZING. We travelled with our toddler and she went to extent of providing a shampoo cap, two small duckies to play in the bath, shampoo and body wash for babies and also organic soap to wash clothes with. The bed was super soft and fresh, so comfortable after a long day! She even stocked the fridge with drinks, there was milk for our toddler, there was a coffee machine. We felt so pampered after staying in other air bnbs in Japan. This was definitely the most comfortable stay. And Rachel just was the cherry on the top. Would highly recommend 👌👌👌location also good, there’s a delicious sushi train very close to the hotel.

It’s a bit of a hike from the bus stop, and we had luggage. But if you forward your luggage, it’s no issue.

Staying at this hotel was one of the highlights of our trip! Starting with the amazingly welcoming hostess! Walked us through all the details about the room, and showed us the many amenities we could use or need. It’s a much larger than we expected place. It has all the real Japanese charm to it. The management has really dedicated time to make sure that guests feel welcomed :) we will miss it and definitely want to come back someday!

Imakumano Terrace is in an ideal location in Kyoto. It is within a few minutes walk to bus stations that conveniently connect with all main sites in Kyoto. It is even possible to easily walk to Fushimi Inari and Kyomizudera, if you feel like taking a 30 minute walk directly from the Terrace. The accommodation itself is equipped with everything one could need, and lovingly furnished in traditional Japanese fashion and modern conveniences. The floor heating makes it especially cozy in the colder months, and the wooden tub is truly wonderful for soaking after a long day of sight seeing. Rachel and Ryoko are amazing. They were always available to answer questions, provide extra coffee, and give us invaluable tips about how to visit the various incredible sites in Kyoto. When we traveled back to Tokyo stopping in Hakone, Rachel gave us extremely useful help with forwarding our luggage. When we do go back to Kyoto in the future, we will be definitely staying at Imakumano Terrace again!!

Nothing. I cannot recommend it enough!

Loved my stay! It was so relaxing and fun to be in a more local area of central Kyoto. I really wanted to experience staying in a machiya but it was hard to find one for a solo traveler. I am so happy that I booked Kenzan An. It was a perfect mix of Japanese style living but with western things like a sofa and really comfortable queen size bed. Ryoko was so helpful with getting me a rental bike and solo restaurant ideas. I will come back again in the fall with my family.

Nothing except I wish I stayed longer!!