Bon-San runs an extremely cozy and quaint guesthouse and really cares a lot about his guests. If you need help with something or want recommendations in the area, he's the man to go to! His English is also pretty good, so don't be afraid if your japanese is as rough as mine :) His place is very clean and the rooms are traditional Japanese style with futons. It's located in a pretty local area, but some very nice places like Imamiya or Kinkakuji are still rather nearby. The bus is around 10 minutes per foot, the subway station is around 20, so getting into more central areas is very possible, although you'll have to plan ~45min to get to the main attractions like Gion or Fushimi Inari. A washing machine is available for a flat 200¥, and there are coin laundries in the area for drying. Konbinis, drug stores and supermarkets are also ample, and even a (very non-touristy!) 2nd Street can be found nearby. Dining options are also available, with most of them being very good and affordable.

During the Winter it gets very cold, so you'll have to sleep with the heater on, which has a ~5h turnoff automatic, so you'll probably have to wake up at least once every night to press the extension button. It's not a big inconvenience, but may be something to consider.

Bon san was most attentive to his guests. We arrived late and he waited for us with good instructions and care. He prepared rental bicycle for us the next day and gave us good tips on how to make the most of our time in Kyoto. The room was basic but comfortable enough. The shower was hot and the toilet was clean. The neighborhood was quiet. We enjoyed a good night rest. There is a Seven-Eleven and an all-night restaurant nearby. The Golden temple was not too far away.

The kerosene heater gave off a strong odor and seemed dangerous, but was effective. It would have been better if we could use the electric heat pump. The place was quite a hike from the nearest metro station.

Bon is an amazing person. He even helped with some request I had for him before I even made it there - he didn't have to do it but he went the extra mile and then some. The guesthouse is beautiful. The neighborhood is far from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto, so be aware that if it's your first time, maybe you want to stay somewhere more centrally. Personally I can guarantee you I will be visiting Bon every time, and if you want to experience an authentic side of Kyoto, you should too.

Bathrooms and toilets are shared and in an external space (still in the house). If you have issues with that just keep in mind. The house is beautiful though, and you can meet other people in its common areas.

The owner was extremely helpful. We arrived in the evening after most restaurants closed, and he went out of his way to tell us about possible food in the area. He also offered to drive us to the train station when we checked out. The guest house is a nice traditional Japanese house out of the main city. It was overall a great experience and definitely worth the money.

It wasn't a dealbreaker for us but know that the bathroom, sinks, and shower are outside. There are space heaters (we went in early March) that warm the area, though, so it wasn't overly cold. Be aware that there is also a 200 yen tax per person per night on top of the original room cost.

If you want to experience true local life in Kyoto, this is the place to stay! While you might need a bit more travel time to reach some attractions, you can still easily explore the city—and there are several fantastic attractions nearby. The host is incredible—super friendly, helpful, and always ready to answer any questions you have. The local bars and restaurants are amazing too; I had unforgettable nights with the locals. Staying here was hands down the highlight of my trip. Thank you for the fantastic memories! I highly recommend it to solo travelers and backpackers.

The host was fantastic, friendly, helpful, and offered to drive us to the station, which we were thankful for. We stayed in a gorgeous traditional house with tatami and spacious room for two. It took us 20 minutes to ride a bike to the city center and the host rented it for us for 600 yen a day/bike.

Since the rooms are adjacent to each other with thin walls, we had to be aware of not making any noises too loudly. Bathrooms and kitchens are also communal, so If you like privacy, yeah.

The host is very friendly and welcoming. As a female single traveler you want to feel safe and welcome and this place is perfect in that sens. Also I personally like the neighbourhood. This much more local and quiet residential neighbourhood might not be everyone's cup of the but I prefer it over the busy touristy part of town.

The walls and doors are very thin, it was not a problem most nights as all the other guests were quiet too but its an issue when you have drunk young guests talking and drinking until late in the night which only happened once that week and which was solved when i asked them to go to bed!

I used the kitchen a lot, which was a great help for me (being vegetarian in Japan implies a lot of self-cooking and less restaurants options). The host was very friendly and welcoming, he is that kind of guy connected to the place he lives in, knowing typical japanese people and places that are still true to their tradition/craft/specialty and not too influenced by the west and that is great, as I wanted to get in touch with that aspect while in Japan. The best: he got me in touch with a Hari expert called Hirata who gave me Hari treatment (Japanese meridian massage and acupuncture) which restored my vitality fast and got me over the jetlag effects after the first session, while the second session got me more stable in this direction. Now I know what kind of masseur to look for during the rest of my stay in Japan ;) The host also gave me a ride to the station at the end of my stay, and he was generally a very pleasant presence. Definitelly recommending him and his place and will be back here next time I'm in Kyoto!

I have dust alergy, so I could feel it within the first 3 minutes of entering the house, but it was alright, I was concerned about sleeping, but I slept very well during the night

Thanks Taniguchi-san for driving from the house to the Kamo Riverside when i was messaging him a good location to meet up, as well as dropping off at Kitaoji Station. Really enjoyed my moment talking to him. Loved his recommendations of food and quiet places to go in Kyoto when crowds are everywhere is Kyoto. The guesthouse has its own historical charms and the very authentic japanese house experience. The Tatami Bed is so comfy. Amenities are awesome ! You can cook if you want after buying ingredients from Supermarket. Will bring my friend to experience Kyoto again while staying here !

For a big guy (186 cm), The toilet and shower can be a bit restrictive space for me to move around. But the facilities are top notch.

We had such a great stay thanks to the nicest grandpa ever! He was super friendly and always smiling, and he explained all the routes to us, showed us where the shops were, and told us about the best places to see sakura. He really made us feel welcome. When we were leaving, he even drove us to the subway — so kind! The room was clean, shower hot and comfortable. Honestly, just a super cool and awesome accommodation:)