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Feels like home! I arrived a bit late in the evening and Morio-san has waited for my arrival to introduce the room. The room is super spacious. It can fit for 4 guests. My room faced the garden and neighborhood area, it is quiet and peaceful. It makes me feel I stayed in the area for a long time. Yoshiko-san helped a lot of my laundry. She cooked delicious breakfast every morning. They also give me sweet snacks with hot tea in every evening. Hot water is always ready at the room. The location is a bit far from tourist attraction but that doesn’t matter because the bus stop is reachable by walking. The hospitality experience is 100/10!

Stayed in May 2024

N/A, wish I stayed longer!

Lovely homemade breakfast 5min walk to a bus station & about 10min walk to nearest train station Quiet residential area Definitely a traditional experience you should not miss in Kyoto

Stayed in May 2024

So happy to meet them, the couple. I would visit again soonest.

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was perfect! The hosts are very nice and welcome, a very good local experience! Everything was perfect would highly recommend!

Stayed in April 2024

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Very friendly and helpful host. They made our first trip and first stay in Japan a wonderful one.

Stayed in April 2024

Comfortable space. Quiet neighborhood. Lovely owners who were very conversational and helpful. The room was wonderful and I had a view of the garden and a balcony.

Stayed in April 2024

The only disadvantage to the stay was that the shower was shared with another guest room, but since we had a private toilet we didn't feel much of a limitation on privacy - just be sure you are aware of that in advance.

We had a wonderful time with Morio and his wife at Gallery Nozawa who could not have been sweeter and more generous hosts. They went above and beyond in all ways, from cooking us a delicious vegetarian-friendly breakfast at an unusually early hour to driving us to the train station to make sure we catch our shinkansen. We felt like honored guests in their home with facilities equivalent to an outstanding Ryokan. I can't thank them enough for their hospitality and highly recommend you experience it for yourselves.

Stayed in April 2024

Excellent in every aspects of you want to have a real Japanese experience

Stayed in April 2024

How can I even start… this stay was so great I can’t even find the words to express it! Morio and his wife are such amazing people…They will do everything they can to accommodate your needs to the fullest! They are always so thoughtful and they always ask you questions about your day to see if they can help you in any way possible to make your day even better. I am currently pregnant and they would always be careful with what they cook for breakfast so that it is nutritious, well cooked, and consistent, from soup to first course, to second course, to dessert and fruits… it was really amazing! Best breakfast I had in Japan! And everyday was something different! Now, the rooms… the rooms are amazing! If you want a true Japanese experience, you will definitely get it here. From the tatami floors, to the futon beds, to the kotatsu table and the beautiful view… everything was perfect. The location is also very good since you are close to the bus station and some amazing traditional restaurants/onsens. All in all, this experience was one I will never forget. And if I ever go back to Kyoto, I will definitely book again a room at their place! Thank you Morio and Yoshiko!

Stayed in April 2024

We had an amazing time. We can never forget the unique experience that you can only get from an old traditional Japanese house. Every morning is a delight - being spoiled with a delicious and satisfying Japanese breakfast facing a tsuboniwa. Relaxing and having a plentiful breakfast to start your day not just gives you a full stomach but also a big smile. Not rushing through and instead "smelling the roses" and just taking your time. It's something we look forward to each day. Every afternoon, there is always a treat and a hot tea waiting in our room after a long day of wandering. Morio and Yoshiko are just the best and will make you feel like family. They will make sure to give you the best time of your life. They even offered us to watch Totoro one rainy afternoon in a projector in their living room because they learned it's our kids favorite Ghibli movie. Our family will never forget the beautiful memories we created here. We are very grateful for everything they have done for us. We are also very fortunate that they shared their beautiful home with us. We will always cherish our stay.

Stayed in March 2024

Only two rooms, but that is good as you get such more personal service. So nothing I didn’t like.

Just read all the other reviews - it’s all true! If you are lucky enough that a room is available, for the best cultural experience, don’t hesitate, just book.

Stayed in April 2024

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The place is very peaceful and it gives us the feeling of the old and classic style of Japan. It is also very close to a train station which makes our transportation very convenient. The food is excellent and freshly served. Services are also excellent and the owners are very kind to us. The last thing is we are very pleased of the owner driving us to a station on the day of checking out.

Stayed in April 2024

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Gallery Nozawa Inn is a real treasure in Kyoto. Located in 100year house, very well preserved, with lovely owners who are always ready to help. It was a pleasure to meet them and stay with them. You get fresh breakfast which every day is different. The whole place is very clean and comfortable. Train and bus stops are near, as well as small shops and wonderful onsen.

Stayed in March 2024

All is good.

It's a very wonderful experience to stay at a local Japanese house. The room is spacious and cozy, and I love sitting at the Kotatsu, drinking warm tea prepared by the hosts and watching TV. The hosts Morio and Yoshiko are very lovely and helpful who make me feel at home. Yoshiko prepared delicious breakfast every morning which makes me look forward to during my stay.

Stayed in March 2024

Amazing hosts Incredible traditional Japanese house

Stayed in March 2024

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They were both wonderful hosts and kind. The house was in good condition after 100 years. Tucked away in a neighborhood that feels like home in Japan. Facilities are updated with modern touches like a private toilet and washroom. I can't thank them enough for their time in making me as comfortable as possible during my stay and treating me like their family. I'll never forget it.

Stayed in March 2024

I hated leaving. Next time I come to Japan I will contact Nozawa Inn first and stay here as my base for the entire trip.

Nozawa Inn is my favourite stay in my entire trip, I wished I had stayed here for the whole holiday. Yoshiko San and Morio San are not staff, they are hosts and they treat guests like family! They are such a lovely couple who went out of their way to make me comfortable every day... From helping me plan my daily trips, washing my clothes, driving me to the station, introducing me to their friends, giving me daily treats and tea, beer and sake, telling me stories, lending me books (she used to be an editor so there's lots of them!) and making recommendations for food and onsen (just go wherever they send you, it will be great), they made my stay in Kyoto the best time ever! Oh yes, breakfast each day is different, plentiful and really good and tasty. The rooms are a good size and have all the facilities you would expect and more. The toilet in the room is clean and you get fresh towels each day. The shower is shared but there's only 2 rooms in the house so this isn't a problem, and it's clean and the water is warm... it doesn't matter anyway as the onsen around the corner is brilliant and open until 10pm. The location is perfect, in a nice, quiet and pretty part of town with a train station 6 mins away. There's a blowfish restaurant opposite if you want too, and a nice sweet shop as well, who make nice sweet rice balls fresh. The house is over 100 years old and feels so special, with wooden beams and screens, and a cute garden where you can smoke if you need... Fun fact - the house was designed by the uncle of the famous Sumo wrestler Takakeisho (look him up, he's going to be Yokozuna one day) and they are both sumo fans!

Stayed in March 2024

This homestay more than homestay You will get experience with local people who are very kind and treat you like family Morio and Yoshiko I will be back for sure Thank you for take care of me I would like to stay more with you guys Its was my wrong decision to stay with you only 2 nights. I love your home and our dinner such a best moment travel abroad in my life. Thank you for everything again Love you both Eikq

Stayed in February 2024

It was such a wonderful experience, Morio was such a great host and Yoshiko prepared a massive delicious vegetarian breakfast for us every morning. You were meant to feel truly welcome. The location is a bit far from the centre, but the experience by far makes up for it.

Stayed in December 2023

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Stayed in November 2023

We loved everything!

We loved how comfortable it felt to stay in such a cosy home. Morio and Yoshiko were lovely hosts and were always eager to help with suggestions and transport. Breakfast was a treat every morning and they switch it up so it's not repetitive.

Stayed in December 2023

My stay was too short in this incredible place in Kyoto!

Incredible house and very nice room. Wonderful welcome. Delicious food.

Stayed in November 2023

Upstairs WC and bath was surprisingly modern. Downstairs and rooms were very homey and in keeping with traditional machiya house. Owners very thoughtful and helpful. Great dining, sightseeing and shopping recommendations, took care of our laundry, and gave us and our luggage to next stay at a ryokan across town!

Stayed in November 2023

A little over our budget.

The owner was exceptionaly kind and helpful. He was always there for us, offering his advise and even gave us a a ride a couple of times. The breakfast was amazing with lots of different dishes to try. We loved the room, its ambiance and comfort. And the neighborhood was perfect! Only a block away froma great onsen and some good local restaurants nearby. Overall, one of our top places in Japan.

Stayed in October 2023