サクラハウス京都
Sakura House Kyoto is part of Japan's largest foreigner-friendly housing network, with properties in Tokyo and Kyoto operated by Sakura House Co., Ltd. since 1992. The Kyoto locations offer share houses, guest house rooms, and dormitories across the city, catering primarily to international residents looking for flexible, all-inclusive accommodation without a guarantor or key money.
Every room is fully furnished with air conditioningand free Wi-Fi, and all utilities are included in the monthly rate. There is no need for a Japanese guarantor, and same-day check-in is possible. The multilingual support team is available 365 days a year. No in-house food service is provided. Dietary options not confirmed, as residents prepare their own meals in shared kitchens. Kyoto properties suit long-term residents and short-to-medium stay visitors who want to be based in the cultural capital without the friction of a standard Japanese rental contract.
Based on website
Kyoto properties offer dorm beds, share house rooms, and private guest house rooms. All furnished. From ¥45,000/month.
Dormitory Bed
1 person
Furnished bunk or single bed, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, shared kitchen, shared bathroom
Share House Private Room
1 person
Furnished room, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, shared kitchen, shared bathroom
Guest House Private Room
1-2 people
Furnished private room, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, shared facilities
Contract options
Direct Reservation
Reserve online. No guarantor required. No key money or agent fee. Credit card and online payment accepted.
30–100% of first month's fee as deposit
Pre-Reservation
Cover a partial deposit in advance; staff contacts you closer to check-in date to confirm availability.
Partial deposit
Based on website
Free Wi-Fi
Included in all rooms across all properties.
Furnished rooms
Bed, storage, and air conditioning in every room.
Shared kitchen
Available in share house and guest house properties.
Utilities included
Water, gas, and electricity included in rent.
Multilingual support
English concierge, international staff, 365 days/year.
Luggage storage
Available at the Sakura House Lounge for residents.
Shared bathrooms
Shared bathroom and toilet facilities; varies by property.
Muslim-friendly and women-only options available. Amenities vary by property. Contact Sakura House for details.
Based on website
Move-out is by 11:00 AM on the departure date; rooms are inspected by staff. Common areas are cleaned by the in-house maintenance team. Valid passport required at check-in and contract signing. Contact the Sakura House Lounge (open daily, 8:50 AM–6:00 PM) for any maintenance issues or questions. Specific house rules vary by property.
Based on website
Sakura House organizes regular SAKURA EVENTS throughout the year for residents across its properties — cultural outings, cooking nights, karaoke parties, and creative events. The community skews international, with residents from across Asia, Europe, and beyond living alongside Japanese residents. The Sakura House Lounge in Tokyo serves as the central hub for support, contract signing, and community communication.
Resident Mix
Predominantly international residents — students, working holiday visa holders, remote workers, and short-to-medium term visitors. Properties tend to attract a young, global crowd. English is widely used in common areas.
Nearest station
Katsuragawa Station (one property location)
Lines
See Google Maps
Sakura House operates multiple properties across Kyoto. The Google-listed property is near Katsuragawa Station on the JR Sagano Line, approximately 10 minutes by local train from Kyoto Station. From Kyoto Station, Osaka is reachable in 15 minutes by shinkansen or 30 minutes by local train (Kyoto Line). Check the Sakura House website for exact property addresses and access maps, as locations vary.
Kyoto is Japan's former imperial capital and cultural heartland, home to over 1,600 Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and traditional machiya townhouses. The city is well connected by the JR Sagano, Kintetsu, and Karasuma subway lines, with Kyoto Station serving as the main hub linking to Osaka (30 min), Nara (45 min), and Tokyo (2h15 by shinkansen). For nomads, Kyoto offers a quieter, culturally immersive base compared to Tokyo, with a growing number of share houses, coworking cafes, and foreigner-friendly accommodation scattered across central wards and quieter residential neighbourhoods.
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