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Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play!

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A street scene at night with buildings, a visible sign, and a cat on the ground. - Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! (大阪市城東区新喜多2丁目3)
A dining area with a traditional Japanese wave painting on the wall, wooden flooring, and a table with chairs. - Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! (大阪市城東区新喜多2丁目3)
A wooden swing with a bench, set against a brick wall with green foliage decorations. - Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! (大阪市城東区新喜多2丁目3)
A staircase with a wooden handrail, a red curtain, and a framed artwork of a mountain landscape. - Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! (大阪市城東区新喜多2丁目3)
A child's playroom with a teepee, colorful decorations, and a window with a view. - Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! (大阪市城東区新喜多2丁目3)
Close to Osaka-jō Hall, Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom60 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play!

  • MONTHLY SPECIAL: Retro Japanese Home with Indoor Swing & Kids' Attic

    Experience Authentic Osaka Living in a House Built for Family Fun!
    Welcome to your "home away from home" in Osaka. If you’re looking for a sterile hotel room, this isn’t it. But if you want a spacious, authentic Japanese house (59m² plus attic space) where your children can play and you can live like a local, you’ve found the perfect place!

    WHY FAMILIES LOVE OUR HOME:
    The Play Zone: Featuring an indoor swing in the living area and a “Secret Base” attic that kids absolutely adore. It’s the ultimate stay for families with children!

    Space & Privacy: Unlike cramped hotels, our 2DK layout (2 bedrooms + kitchen/dining) offers plenty of room for 3–4 guests to live comfortably for a month or more.

    Modern Comfort in a Retro Setting: This charming 50-year-old house has been lovingly maintained. We’ve installed four brand-new air conditioning units (one in every room!) to ensure you stay comfortable year-round.

    Fully Equipped for Long Stays: A full kitchen with a stove, microwave, toaster, and rice cooker. Plus, a private washing machine so you can pack light!

    THE “OFURO” EXPERIENCE:
    Enjoy a unique cultural highlight with our traditional silver-style deep soaking tub. It’s a classic piece of Japanese history! We provide a detailed English guide so you can easily enjoy a steaming hot, relaxing soak—perfect after a long day of exploring.

    LOCATION & LOGISTICS:
    Located in the heart of the friendly Kyobashi/Joto-ku area:

    Easy Transit: Quick access to JR, Keihan, and subway lines.

    USJ & Kyoto: Direct or easy connections to Universal Studios Japan and the temples of Kyoto.

    Daily Life: Just a short walk to “MaxValu” supermarkets, local bakeries, and quiet parks.

    Peaceful & Safe: Experience a true Japanese neighborhood away from the overwhelming crowds of Namba, yet close enough to reach the city center in minutes.

    A MESSAGE FROM YOUR HOST:
    As a host, I specialize in welcoming international families for long-term stays. I understand the needs of traveling parents and am here to ensure your 30+ day stay is seamless and memorable.

    Book your family’s Japanese adventure today and let your kids discover their new favorite secret hideout!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

About the neighborhood

Joto, a neighborhood in Osaka, is home to this vacation home. Dotonbori and Osaka Station City are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Universal Studios Japan and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. Check out an event or a game at Osaka-jō Hall, and consider making time for Legoland Discovery Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Osaka travel guide
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大阪府, 大阪市城東区新喜多2丁目3

What's nearby

  • A tree with clusters of white blossoms.
    Kema Sakuranomiya Park
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • A traditional Japanese castle with a pond, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
    Osaka Castle Park
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • A modern building with a glass facade and brickwork, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.
    Mint Museum
    4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • A modern stadium surrounded by greenery and a river, with a city skyline in the background.
    Osaka-jō Hall
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Panasonic Square
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Gamo Yonchome Station
    8 min walk
  • Shigino Station
    11 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • 冷泉
    4 min walk
  • モスバーガー
    6 min walk
  • サイゼリヤ 蒲生四丁目店
    9 min walk
  • 魁力屋
    7 min walk
  • 凡
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Japanese Home: Retro Charm, Modern Comfort, & Play! located?

Located in Joto, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Osaka Castle Park and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Osaka Castle. Osaka-jō Hall and Osaka Tenmangu Shrine are also within 2 mi (3 km). Gamo Yonchome Station is 8 minutes by foot and JR-Noe Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

10

Exceptional