Gion Shirakawa Ougi-An traditional machiya facade on the antique shop street

Gion Shirakawa Ougi-An

Gion Shirakawa Ougi-An

Luxury Machiya Stay in the Heart of Gion's Antique District.

2 ~ 4 GuestsWestern + Tatami BedroomsSamurai ArtGion Shirakawa
The Experience

Where Art, History & Luxury Converge

Where art, history and luxury converge.

Ougi-An stands on Gion Shirakawa's famed antique shop street — a living gallery of Japanese art, ceramics, and tradition. Inside, a rare samurai armour commands the Japanese room, while the chic dining area transforms this machiya into an intimate cultural sanctuary for discerning travelers.

Traditional tokonoma alcove with ornate miniature samurai armor in red and gold brocade, gold-horned kabuto helmet, displayed on black lacquer platform with crane kakejiku scroll painting
Unique Feature

The Samurai Room

An authentic samurai armour stands guard in the tatami room — a rare cultural encounter within your private residence.

Japanese dining room with terracotta walls, natural wood chabudai low table, patterned floor cushions, and fusuma sliding doors
Living Space

Traditional Dining

A warm dining space with natural wood chabudai table and floor cushions for authentic Japanese meals.

Modern kitchen with cream cabinets, stainless steel countertops, gas cooktop, and terracotta accent walls
Kitchen

Full Kitchen

A fully equipped kitchen with gas cooktop, oven, and all essentials for home-cooked meals.

Clean modern Japanese bathroom with white tiles, bathtub, shower, and premium amenities
Bathroom

Modern Bathroom

A spotless bathroom with soaking tub, shower, and premium toiletries provided.

Shirakawa Canal lined with weeping willow trees, stone embankments, wooden deck platform, and Higashiyama mountains in background
Location

Gion Shirakawa Canal

Step outside to the iconic willow-draped Shirakawa Canal, one of Kyoto's most picturesque promenades.

Facilities

A Sanctuary of Sophistication

Up to 4 GuestsPerfect for couples or small families
Western Twin + Tatami RoomTwin beds and 2 futons on 2F
Samurai ArmourAuthentic armour displayed in the Japanese room
High-end KitchenFull kitchen with premium appliances
Layout

Sophistication on Every Floor

The ground floor is your cultural and social space. The second floor offers a western bedroom and a traditional tatami room for restful sleep.

Ougi-An floor plan showing 55sqm two-floor layout with living/kitchen, W.C. and bathroom on 1F, and 2 single beds plus 2 futons with balcony on 2F for 4 guests

55m² · Up to 4 guests · 1F: Living, Kitchen, Bath · 2F: 2 beds + 2 futons + Balcony

1st FloorLiving, Kitchen, Japanese Room, Bathroom
  • Living room with traditional machiya charm
  • High-end kitchen with premium appliances
  • Japanese room with samurai armour display
  • Separate toilet and bathroom
2nd FloorWestern + Tatami Bedrooms
  • Bedroom 1: Western twin with 2 single beds
  • Bedroom 2: Tatami room with 2 futons
  • Total capacity: 4 guests
  • Ideal for couples or small families
Bedroom 1 — Western Twin
Western · 2F
2

Bedroom 1 — Western Twin

洋室ツイン(2F)

2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2 — Tatami Room
Japanese · 2F
2

Bedroom 2 — Tatami Room

和室(布団2組・2F)

2 Futons on Tatami
Location

The Antique District Advantage

Situated on the renowned antique shop street near Gion Shirakawa. Temples, the canal, art galleries, and fine dining — all within minutes on foot.

Yasaka Shrine5 min walk
Chion-in Temple7 min walk
Heian Shrine12 min walk
Gion Shirakawa Canal2 min walk
Antique Shop StreetOn the street
Keihan Sanjo Station6 min walk
Gion-Shijo Station8 min walk
319-15 Furunishicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi京都市東山区古西町319-15
Best Rate Guarantee

Experience the Samurai Spirit

Best rate guarantee and a cultural experience that no other accommodation in Gion can offer.

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