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9 minutes by train to Kyoto. 8 minutes on foot to Lake Biwa. Spacious and beautiful inn in Otsu with a cafe
It is an inn in Otsu city, 2 stops and 9 minutes by JR to Kyoto.Wake up every morning to the fresh, fragrant coffee.It is an 8-minute walk to Lake Biwa, the largest in Japan, which is majestic and beautiful.During your stay, please enjoy an extraordinary time in the spacious scenery while taking a walk in Nagisa Park on the Lake Biwa shore. The accommodation is spacious.There is a cafe on the first floor, and the staff will welcome you with delicious coffee.The coffee provided is freshly roasted.As a "delicious place to stay for coffee", it will be a memorable place for everyone.There is also a public bath with a sauna within a 3-minute walk. You can wear your shoes to the kitchen and dining room on the first floor of the house.Please be sure to take off your shoes in the Japanese-style room.You can see the Japanese garden from the dining room and the Japanese-style room.On the first floor, there is a bathtub, a bath and washroom with a sunflower shower, and a toilet.There is also a drum washing machine.On the second floor, there are two single beds in the main bedroom, Japanese and Western-style rooms.There is a toilet and washroom.It can accommodate up to 9 people. It is also comfortable for families and groups.Even if you go around Lake Biwa by bicycle, you can bring your precious bicycles into the inn.

10 minutes to Kyoto Station/10 people accommodated/Biwa Lake/4 bedrooms/Otsu Station 5 minutes/Children welcome/2 stations by train/Parking available
Want to connect with loved ones in a large detached, tranquil place to stay? 5 mins walk to JR Otsu station. 10 minutes from Otsu Station to JR Kyoto Station, about 40 minutes to JR Shin-Osaka. It is a 2-minute walk to Keihan Railway Uei Station, and has excellent access to Kyoto Sanjo and the west coast of Lake Biwa. Free parking available on site. The room is clean, there are few steps, and there are many grab bars, so you can rest assured.Even 10 people can relax.Babies welcome😄 Access to Kyoto and Osaka is also convenient, and as a representative of Lake Biwa, there are historic buildings such as Hikone Castle, Lake Biwa Valley, marine sports, cycling, Ishiyama-dera Temple, and many other tourist resources such as autumn leaves, and you can feel the appearance of Japan in all seasons.❗️ I love my area. There are many restaurants, major coffee shops, convenience stores, and supermarkets around JR Otsu Station, making it convenient.😊 We have a lot of amenities, including towels and coffee.😊 As a business, I use English to convey the charm of Japan and abroad to parents and children throughout Japan, and develop children who can think of from a global perspective. We hope to be able to help you with memories that will last a lifetime.

10 minutes by car to Hakoan-yama, rural landscape detached rental, Ran Sikari
View of Takenobu Island, Mt. Ibuki, and Mt. Hakodate In this countryside Away from excessive things and information We wanted you to have a peaceful time without being close. I hear frogs and birds singing Winter is a silver world At night, there are few lights around. The moon and starry sky are beautiful It's also a great environment for creative activities and ideas. Skateboarding in the garden on sunny days The time to brew your coffee with a sense of calmness It's irreplaceable Nearby Lake Biwa is thanks to spring water. You can swim in the summer with high clarity Where the water is delicious, there is good alcohol. We offer recommended local sake. In winter, it is close to Hakodateyama ski resort. Throughout the year, you can feel close to nature and the four seasons. Metasekoia trees 15-minute drive from Roadside Station It's an old-fashioned rural landscape like a little time from Kyoto. Enjoy your stay To help you feel this climate We encourage you to stay at least 2 nights * Because it is rural, it is very inconvenient without a car.If you use the train, we recommend renting a car near Makino Station.

Pets welcome!Lake Biwa Arigatou House in Omihachiman is perfect for a workcation where you can stay like you live there
This is a 10-minute walk from JR Omihachiko Station and an 8-minute walk to the nearest Biwako no Hama. You can see Lake Biwa from the building. Pets are also welcome! You can enjoy local life without worrying about inns, hotels, or group glamping accommodations. Fiber optic internet, Wi-Fi available throughout the house, play room, work desk, large TV with terrestrial and on-demand channels. Enjoy life on Lake Biwa with your loved ones and pets, from a few nights to a longer stay. The floor on the ground floor is completely dirt-free and is maintained only with edible oil, so it is safe for both people and pets. As an infection and hygiene measure, all rooms! are equipped with ventilation fans (Lossnai) that can ventilate with the outdoors and plasma cluster air conditioners, with many fans and circulators, and air purifiers with ozone sterilizers, and even a Roomba on each floor.

11 mins from Kyoto Stn by train | Private House
GUEST HOUSE Hotori is a quiet, traditional house near Japan’s largest lake, with great access to Kyoto Station. After sightseeing, unwind in the tatami rooms surrounded by Japanese decor. Access: 11 minutes (3 stops) to JR Kyoto Station. Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu, and Toji Temple are 20–30 minutes away. 47 minutes to JR Osaka Station. Stations: 7-minute walk from JR Zeze Station. Nearby/All on foot: Drugstore with groceries 2 min Coin parking 4 min Local bathhouse 3 min Convenience store 5 min

Haruya Guesthouse
Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.

Azalea House on Mt. Hiei, Kyoto
Azalea House is on the slope of Mt. Hiei, a world-heritage. To get there, drive 20 min. from Kyoto-Higashi exit on Meishin. Or ride the bus 30 min. from downtown Kyoto or 20 min. from JR Otsukyo Sta. and get off before Hieidaira convenience store. The host will meet you there. Bus service drastically reduced since Covid-19. Free parking space. Easy access to both Kyoto and Lake Biwa. Rich in nature. Completely detached, full privacy, handy & cozy like home. Self-cooking is available.

Cozy Lake View House Near Kyoto / 家族に人気・無料駐車場
琵琶湖を一望できるプライベート貸切の和モダン空間へようこそ! 琵琶湖沿いに立つ希少な一軒家で、2階と3階をまるごと貸切でお使いいただけます。立地も抜群で、ブランチ大津京、スターバックス、ラーメン店、MEGAドン・キホーテが徒歩圏内にあり、日常の便利さを楽しめる最高の宿泊先です。 物件の特徴: 貸切スペース:3階建ての2階と3階を完全貸切でご利用いただけます。1階部分はオーナー専用の管理エリアですが、独立した入り口があるためプライバシーも安心です。 2階:広々としたリビング・ダイニングに浴室完備。トイレは2階と3階それぞれにあります。 3階:畳敷きの和室が2部屋あり、2階のモダンな空間とは異なる日本の伝統的な雰囲気を満喫していただけます。敷布団での寝具をご用意しており、本格的な和の体験を楽しめます。 その他のポイント: リラックス環境:家の前に幹線道路があるため車の音が聞こえますが、周りに住宅が少なく、お子様連れでも気兼ねなく過ごせます。 便利な立地:周辺にはショッピングや食事を楽しめる施設が充実しています。琵琶湖の美しい眺めと共に、和の空間で心癒される滞在をぜひご体験ください。

15 min Kyoto / 50 min Osaka / Lake Biwa / Family
Peaceful private house just 15 min by direct train from Kyoto Station, in historic Hieizan Sakamoto, Shiga. Perfect base to explore Kyoto’s sights like Kiyomizu-dera, Gion and Fushimi Inari, while enjoying nature and a quiet local neighborhood. Close to Mt. Hiei (Enryakuji Temple), Hiyoshi Taisha, and Lake Biwa. Ideal for couples, families or groups. Fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area, and shops within walking distance. Experience authentic Japanese life with easy access to Kyoto.

15 min to Kyoto by train/garage/kid-friendly/6 ppl
Family-run guesthouse ~minato~ This inn is a 5-minute walk from JR "Otsu Station" and only 2 stations away from Kyoto Station, making access to Kyoto very convenient and easy to reach famous tourist destinations. It is located in a residential area a little away from the tourist spots. The nearest station has many supermarkets and restaurants, and although it is an old inn, it is a place where you can experience the lifestyle of the Japanese. About a 15-minute walk to Lake Biwa

Japanese‑Modern Private Floor/ Kyoto 20m/ Biwa 5m
Japanese-Modern Floor Rental with a little Garden | 20 min Kyoto, 5 min Lake Biwa by Bike A bright, open Japanese-modern suite bathed in soft shoji light. You’ll have the whole house to yourself — the entire first floor (except the staff room) is private; the locked second floor stays empty. There are restaurants, cafés, a supermarket, and a 7-Eleven only minutes away, making daily life very easy. You can enjoy a relaxed stay away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto.

Kyoto countryside , 5 min.from Hozugawa kudari
Experience traditional Japanese hospitality with all the modern conveniences. Tsuzumi and Christian welcome you join them in their beautifully restored 150 year old traditional Japanese home, located in the picturesque village of Kameoka, 25 minutes from Kyoto . Hozugawa kudari departure is 5 minutes from the house,Torokko train station 5 minutes from the house, Arashiyama is 10 minutes by train. Prices are intended with breakfast. Many experiences available ask us.
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