| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 5 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/16/09 |
Positive
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| Koke-An was the third home we rented in Kyoto and the best. Moss Cottage beautifully balances the traditional Japanese abode with amenities we westerners are used to. i.e.A comfortable bed is essential to us as Senior Americans. The location was private, quiet and extremely convenient to tourist highlights and conveniences. Rory was available quickly whenever we asked a question. We highly recommend Koke-An for your Kyoto home-away-from- home. |
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darl kleinbach, USA West Coast
502-222-1927 |
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Homeowner Response:
Thankyou very much, im glad you enjoyed it. Rory
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| 05/03/09 |
Positive
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| The house was very charming. We had the feel of living in a traditional Japanese house but with modern amenities for comfort. The location of the house was great. We were within walking distance of a lot of attractions, such as the Philosopher's Path. There are restaurants and markets close by also. Try Bamboo, which is very close. Rory, the owner, was very nice. Ask him for a personal tour of Kyoto. We had a great time on a tour with him. We definitely recommend renting his house. |
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Doug Pham, Fullerton, California |
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks Doug and Thao, my pleasure and yes Bamboo is a great resturant, one of our favorites
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| 04/21/09 |
Positive
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| This was our 5th trip to Kyoto and this was a perfect place to stay. For 2 people the house is not "tiny" or "small." It feels quite spacious and is much larger than a hotel room. It is very tastefully done with Rory's tiles and ceramics giving it a personal touch, and the moss garden opening it up. Very importantly, the bed is really comfortable. It is also reasonably priced, particularly compared to a ryokan, which will charge per person. The location is excellent. An easy walk to the eastern temples and Gion, a bus to Kyoto station on the corner and the subway a 2 minute walk. Good restaurants in the area, a massage clinic on Sanjo by the small canal and a wonderful japanese sweets shop in a small alley on Sanjo across from the massage clinic. Rory was enormously helpful. We will return on our next visit to Kyoto. |
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dan greenfeld, new york city |
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks Dan, my pleasure and thanks for the books
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| 04/19/09 |
Positive
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This is a really gorgeous little house, in a fantastic location.
We were able to easily walk into the city, or catch a bus if tired at the end of the day. There are plenty of facilities nearby including supermarkets, post office, restaurants and more.
I really don't see why anyone would want to stay in a hotel when you can stay in a great place like this and it's cheaper!
Rory (the owner) was really helpful too - pointing out the good sites on maps and answering our questions on Japanese culture.
I really recommend it to anyone who wants to experience a little piece of Japan. :) |
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Chris, NSW |
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks Chris, my pleasure.
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| 12/12/08 |
Positive
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when i opened the door of this cozy and quiet little
machiya, i knew i had found home. it was ideal for
my stay exploring the gardens of kyoto this
autumn--so ideal that i extended my stay another
week. it is truly authentic and tastefully restored,
which means tatami and shoji and a moss viewing
garden, along with the classic eel kitchen. there's a
microwave, but no stove--so you won't be
whipping up any gourmet meals, but why would
you want to in kyoto? there are great restaurants
right up jingu michi, including a really fine noodle
shop steps away. and a lovely little cafe--cannelle-
across the street where i ate breakfast most
mornings. the location is perfect ... bus and subway
close by, along with museums and gardens.
one word of advice: traditional in japan means
unheated bathroom, so in cold weather, the toilet is
cold. but considering the rest of the place, easy to
get used to. on the other hand, the shower was one
of the best i've ever used--great pressure, plenty of
hot water-better than any hotel in which i've
stayed!
if you want a true traditional experience in kyoto,
full of atmosphere, this is it. it helped make my
journey a memorable one.
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Anonymous, chicago IL
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Homeowner Response:
OK Larry the toilets got a heated seat now
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