Trouvez la sérénité en vous à Kyoto

We miss Maple and Monica already!!!! Such a fun energetic family we really enjoyed getting up early and going for walks in the morning, and Maple went above and beyond teaching us about Japan and Sakura and Japanese phrases. - Lily

I want so come back to Kyoto just to see Maple and Monica chan!! Maple was an amazing host and made us feel apart of her family. She taught me many Japanese phrases and helped me understand the language better. I loved spending time with her going on walks and sharing tea. She is also very knowledgeable in good places to see around Kyoto and overall made our trip so special. We hope to see you again Maple! Thank you for everything <3
- Jamie

My fiancée and I are staying in Japan for 2 and a half months, going from hotel to hotel. We knew that we should try out a homestay for a change and thank goodness we did that at Maple’s place.

Her house made us feel like we were at home! Maple is always very helpful and not complicated at all. She would give us recommendations on what we could see around Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe (attractions as well as restaurants and cafés). She had no problem helping us sending our luggage to our next hotel, which is a huge pain if you can’t speak/write in Japanese. And speaking of Japanese, she would always be willing to assist me, while I was learning Japanese. I’m sure I made my biggest progress, while staying there!

The room was very cozy, though it can get cold at night if you don’t turn on the heater (during late winter). We also had more than enough space for our luggage in our closet and we move around Japan with 3 suitcases and 2 bags. It was also pretty easy to get around from the house, since the bus stop is about 2 minutes away.

Last but not least, Monica made the stay even more enjoyable. It’s always nice petting a cute fluffy dog in the morning.

We definitely recommend staying at Maple’s place if you’re looking for a homestay in Kyoto. You won’t regret it!

Firstly, I want to thank Maple and Monica for letting me stay at your home. This was my first time using homestay and it was very pleasant experience staying with them. Maple was most helpful at giving recommendations, I had such a fun time discovering Kyoto all around from food, activities and location to visit, I learned so much about Kyoto and the area. This homestay is in a great location if want a more laid back and quiet stay in Kyoto, I would also recommend this place if you have no itinerary in mind and willing to discover a peaceful trip.

I stayed for about a week in February at Maple's. A had a wonderful time. Maple is such a delightful person. Very friendly, and engaging. The accommodations were clean and cosey. The bus stop is close by and the neighborhood is nice place to walk around in. I really could not have felt more welcome. In addition, Maple gave me numerous recommendations for places to visit and was always really interested in what places I had been to. When I visit Japan in the future, I will not hesitate to request accommodations with her again. I cannot recommend her enough. I would give her 6 hearts if I could.

This place is an incredibly cozy and peaceful home. Our host, Maple, is not only kind and considerate but also truly welcoming and warm-hearted. Her dog, Monica, is absolutely adorable – I already miss her and can't wait to visit again! Also, I had a wonderful time celebrating the end of the year with our neighbor, Inakaki-san, and it was such a joyful experience. I’m deeply grateful to Maple for giving me this unforgettable experience. Thank you for making everything so special!

Dear Maple, thank you for the wonderful stay at your place. I enjoyed it very much. I love Monika the dog - very very cute . she might have fit under my airplaneseat. It was nice that you shared the living room with me. I felt really home. Maple, you are very kind, intelligent a fine person you can trust and feel save. I loved to talk to you in the morning. Maple helped me many times also driving me with her car to errands. She was always sending me information to the LINE contact. Always there, when I needed help. The house is in a very elaborated area only downside : it is about 45 min away from the center of Kyoto. You have a great view over Kyoto :-)
Maple I really whish you the very best - and lets stay in Contact! Ogenki ni osugoshi kudasai!