The Old Modern
Guesthouse in Kyoto
GuesthouseLively area (bars, cafés or transit nearby)
- Opened
- 1928
Location Excellent location — 29 attractions within walking distance
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About
Designed by noted Japanese architect Kichitaro Kumakura to serve as his home and office. Built in 1928, during the early Showa Period, the house is a classic example of wayo-secchu, which blends Western and traditional Japanese elements.
Best for
Car-free stay
station within 1 km (straight-line) · 2+ transit stops within 1 km · 3+ places to eat within 1 km
Location
What's nearby
- 河井寛次郎記念館0.2 km
- 豊国神社宝物館0.3 km
- 五条坂0.4 km
- 京都国立博物館0.4 km
- KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA at GION KIYOMIZU0.5 km
- ギャルリーためなが0.5 km
Straight-line distances.
Within a short walk
🍽️ 181 places to eat🛒 6 supermarkets💊 9 pharmacies & clinics🚌 2 public-transport stops
Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.
Getting there & essentials
- Nearest airport
- びわ湖ＭPPG パラグライダー飛行場 — 19.0 km
- Nearest station
- 清水五条 — 0.4 km
- Nearest beach
- 真野浜 — 20.7 km
- Driving
- Drives on the left
- Currency
- JPY
- Power
- Type A/B plugs · 100 V · 50/60 Hz
- Tap water
- Generally safe to drink
Straight-line distances.
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