Title: Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto ## Photo gallery for Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto ![Interior - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83340000/83331000/83330948/5cc86acd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83340000/83331000/83330948/18e8bbf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83340000/83331000/83330948/cb869698.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83340000/83331000/83330948/e042f9f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Floor plan - Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83340000/83331000/83330948/89fe0188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into the serene Poem Box, a tranquil retreat in Kyoto's historic Gion district. Enjoy modern comforts and traditional Japanese touches, including a tatami lounge and cozy mezzanine with air conditioning. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire chalet 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2226 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto In the heart of the Gion district, this house was renovated by architect-designer Fumiko Kaneko and named "Poem Box". This serene and cozy refuge, very well located, is ideal for enjoying the mix of modernity and tradition that characterizes Japan. ## Description of the house The house is in a single block (21m2): downstairs equipped kitchen, shower room and small dining area overlooking the adjoining garden. A Japanese black tatami lounge, usually used for famous temples, completes the ground floor. A washing machine is then located under the shed outside. At the other end of the house is a comfortable living room equipped with a table and chairs overlooking the neighboring garden. A mezzanine completes the house. It has a comfortable double futon Access to the mezzanine is via a ladder, and this can be difficult for elderly and/or tall people. However, it is possible that someone sleeps on the ground floor. The ceiling height of the mezzanine is approximately one meter. Air conditioning is located on the mezzanine level. ## The neighborhood The house is very quiet, in the heart of a residential area and very close to all the tourist sites of the Gion district (Higashiyama district), famous for its geishas and its picturesque streets. The house is a 15-minute walk from the famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO heritage site. Nearby: - Supermarket: 5 minutes walk - Convenient store 7 eleven or Family Mart: 4 minutes walk - Restaurants: around twenty restaurants within 10 minutes on foot - Kiyomizu Gojo train station (direct to Osaka or Fushimi-Inari from 5 a.m. to midnight, every 10 minutes): 6 minutes on foot - Gojozaka bus stop (bus 202-206-207-80-86-58): 5 min walk - Kyoto Station: 30 minutes on foot or 15 minutes by bus - Kennin-ji Temple: 4 minutes on foot - Geisha Street Miyagawa-cho: 3 minutes on foot - Geisha Street Hanami koji: 8 minutes on foot - Yasaka Shrine: 15 minutes on foot - Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ninnenzaka and Sannenzaka Street: 15 minutes on foot - Fushimi-Inari Temple: 45 minutes on foot or 19 minutes by train ## Registration number M260011687 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 226 square feet ## Similar properties ![Design Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38440000/38436100/38436098/20806a16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RESI STAY YASAKA Gion - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Microwave 8.2 Very good 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11&selected=38436098&PinnedHotelID=38436098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Twin Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107168800/107168775/673b3024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho Gion - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number M260011687 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as 318741 ## About the area Located in Kyoto, this chalet is in the city centre. Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Chalets in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Chalets.d6131486-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.99677%2C135.77164&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Soz6T5RUEQ-K6jT9L_iVDFjWjfY=) Kyoto ### What's nearby - ![Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501450/ed63e91f-0ce5-4e68-a366-ceaba8ba8c60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kenninji Temple 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kawaramachi Street 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Famous Geisha District ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/0972612f-a896-41b6-ab22-cd483f614e1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Corner 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Yasaka Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501462/fa36d1e9-5dfb-4520-8495-77f1363364fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yasaka Shrine 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Gion Shirakawa Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/4ee60c29-4fec-4f13-bea6-949e478627c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Shirakawa Area 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Kiyomizu-gojo Station 6 min walk - Gojo Station 15 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - 辨慶東山店 3 min walk - ラーメン藤 五条店 3 min walk - 名月堂 3 min walk - サガン 4 min walk - Fuji Indian Nepali Restaurant 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto? ### What time is check-out at Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto? ### Where is Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Poem Box - Artistic and cozy house in Kyoto Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary P. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Little Place The Poem Box was cozy and comfy. The bed in the loft was very comfortable. We had all we needed. ##### Mary P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dani D. 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Reise Sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge und um Kyōto zu erkunden. Kleines Haus ,aber elles drin was es braucht . ##### Dani D. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Raegan L. 11 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Raegan L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ---