Although machiya vacation rentals are our main game, Shiki Properties is much more than just an accommodation company. We’re an ever-expanding, international collective of local residents with a passion for showcasing Kansai’s diverse and timeless beauty. Offering some of the best traditional Japanese homes in the region, insider access to experiences not available in the mainstream travel market, and an opportunity to connect both with locals and the broader traveling community, staying with Shiki is the key to unlocking the real Kyoto and Osaka.

A stylish fusion of modern design and Japanese motifs, Nene is a recently renovated Kyoto house located in a peaceful neighborhood to the west of the Kyoto Imperial Palace. The renovation was performed by a celebrated local architectural and design firm who have turned this house into the perfect destination for anyone looking to both embrace Japanese culture and relax in ultimate comfort. This wonderful 68-square-meter, five-person-capacity home is modeled on the classic Kyo-machiya (traditional Kyoto home) style. With warm wooden flooring, plush western-style bedding, shoji-style sliding doors, white walls and soft light throughout, Nene is imbued with a sense of lightness and flow. Nene is positioned in an excellent corner of the city, making it accessible and adaptable, and ideal for anyone looking to create the perfect home away from home when exploring Kyoto. To uncover something new and exciting, guests just need to pack their walking shoes and a sense of adventure. Head out in any direction from Nene and chances are you’ll find a side of Kyoto just waiting to be enjoyed.

Nene is situated in the Kamigyo-ku district, west of the Imperial Palace. The house is located on a quiet side street to the east of the lively Senbon Street which was formerly one of the most populated shopping streets in Kyoto. Nowadays, it’s a more local area that is populated with a number of shops with a long standing history creating a unique atmosphere. From the house, it is a 12 min walk to the classic 1000 year old Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, one of the key sites in Kyoto, and a potential less crowded visit than some of the other key sites in town. Furthermore, Nene’s westerly location makes it a great base for exploring the city’s rich western and north-western areas, featuring iconic sites such as Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavillion), Ryoan-ji (Rock garden) and the UNESCO World Heritage listed Ninna-ji.