Updated November 13, 2026
Last updated: November 2026. Prices are based on each studio’s published information; Rental Studio Dancers prices were checked on 5 November 2026. Please confirm details with the studio before booking.
Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae (Kyoto City Hall) Station on the Tozai subway line sits between the Teramachi arcades, Sanjo and Karasuma Oike, right in central Kyoto. Many hotels are within walking distance, so it is a convenient place to rent a practice room.
Here are 6 rental studios near Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station for dance practice, compared by price, size and access.
Quick answer
Best value, 24 hours: Rental Studio Dancers Kyoto Sanjo, 5 minutes from the station, ¥800–¥1,600 per hour, with a reformer for Pilates.Two small rooms: Rental Studio Dancers Kawaramachi, from ¥200 per hour early in the morning.Kyoto townhouse: Rental Space doué, from ¥2,750 per hour.120 m²: Genbukan Shijo.Cushioned dance floor: MDS Building near Karasuma Oike.
6 best rental studios for dance near Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station
1. Rental Studio Dancers Kyoto Sanjo
Ideal for solo dance practice and small lessons, at a low price.
Studio info
Rental price Weekdays 6:00–10:00 ¥800/h, 10:00–23:00 ¥1,100/h, 23:00–6:00 ¥1,500/h Hours 24 hours Size 33 m² (4.5 m × 7.3 m), full-length mirror (1.8 m × 4.5 m) HP https://studio-dancers.com/sanjo/
Access
5 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, 9 min from Sanjo and Karasuma Oike stations, 12 min from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station! 3F Room 3S, MOKUKYOTO NeYSUN BLD, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (京都府京都市中京区姉小路通寺町西入姉大東町546 MOKUKYOTO NeYSUN BLD 3階 3S)
About Rental Studio Dancers Kyoto Sanjo
A rental studio in central Kyoto, near the Shijo-Kawaramachi shopping district.
It is one of the cheapest options in the Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae and Sanjo area and easy to book at any time, 24 hours a day.
Rental Studio Dancers Kyoto Sanjo: features
Near stations: Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae 5 min, Sanjo and Karasuma Oike 9 min, Kyoto-Kawaramachi 12 min
The studio is in MOKUKYOTO NeYSUN BLD near the Teramachi shopping arcade. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor; the entrance is at the back on the left.
No membership! Book and use it the same day
Book from your phone or computer 24 hours a day, including same-day bookings. No membership is needed, so it is easy to use.
A rental studio ideal for small-group dance practice
The studio is ideal for solo practice and small lessons. With a large 1.8 m × 4.5 m mirror and a Bluetooth speaker, it is perfect for dance practice.
Some of Kyoto’s lowest prices, open 24 hours!
2. Rental Studio Dancers Kawaramachi
Ideal for solo dance practice and small lessons, at a low price.
Studio info
Rental price Weekdays: 6:00–10:00 ¥200/h, 10:00–18:00 ¥800/h, 18:00–23:00 ¥1,000/h, 23:00–6:00 ¥300/h Hours 24 hours Size Studio A: 20 m² (5 m × 4 m) HP ttps://studio-dancers.com/kawaramachi/
Access
5 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, 3 min from Sanjo Station, 7 min from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station! Kiyamachi Fudo Bldg, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (京都府京都市中京区東木屋町通三条下る二丁目材木町182-1)
About Rental Studio Dancers Kawaramachi
A rental studio in Kyoto’s busy downtown.
There are two compact studios for small groups, each with a large full-wall mirror, ideal for dance practice. A modern Bluetooth speaker is also available.
It is one of the cheapest options in the Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae and Kawaramachi area, and you can book online at any time, 24 hours a day.
Rental Studio Dancers Kawaramachi: features
Near stations: Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae 5 min, Sanjo 5 min, Kyoto-Kawaramachi 7 min
Leave Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station by Exit 1, turn right and head to Kiyamachi-dori. Turn left and walk straight for about 300 m; the studio entrance is down the passage to the left of the wagyu offal restaurant “Tsubohara” on the ground floor, on your left.
No membership! Book and use it the same day
Book from your phone or computer 24 hours a day, including same-day bookings. No membership is needed, so it is easy to use.
A rental studio ideal for small-group dance practice
The studio is ideal for solo practice and small lessons. With a large 1.8 m × 4.5 m mirror and a Bluetooth speaker, it is perfect for dance practice.
Some of Kyoto’s lowest prices, open 24 hours!
3. Rental Space doué
A multi-purpose rental studio in a renovated 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse.
Studio info
Rental price 1 hour: ¥2,750 Hours 9:00–18:00 Size 46 m² HP https://doue-kyoto.com/
Access
5 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station! 2F, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (京都府京都市中京区富小路通三条下る朝倉町539番地 2階)
About Rental Space doué
A rental studio within walking distance of Kyoto’s downtown.
As well as dance practice, it can be used for yoga, fitness, tai chi, hula, gymnastics classes and more.
There is Wi-Fi, and filming equipment, yoga mats, a whiteboard, long tables and folding chairs are free to use.
No membership is needed, and you can book online at any time, 24 hours a day.
Rental Space doué: features
Walking distance to downtown: 7 min from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station
From Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, head west along Oike-dori. Turn south onto Tominokoji-dori and walk about 250 m; the studio is on the 2nd floor of the white two-storey building on your right.
No membership. Easy online booking, 24 hours
No membership or complicated procedures are needed.
Wi-Fi and plenty of equipment
There is Wi-Fi and plenty of equipment: filming gear, yoga mats, a whiteboard, long tables and folding chairs are all free to use.
4. Genbukan Shijo
A spacious rental studio used for fitness classes, dance lessons and more.
Studio info
Access
20 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, 8 min from Shijo Station! Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto (〒600-8074 京都府京都市下京区 仏光寺通柳馬場西入東前町406)
About Genbukan Shijo
It is 20 minutes on foot from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station and 8 minutes from Shijo Station, within walking distance of downtown Kyoto.
A spacious 120 m² studio with a full-length mirror, ideal for dance and lessons.
It is close to the station, with coin parking and convenience stores nearby, so it is very easy to get to.
Mats are provided and three air conditioners can run at once, so it is well equipped.
Genbukan Shijo: features
Near a station: 8 min from Shijo Station
Leave Shijo Station by Exit 5 and walk about 400 m along Bukkoji-dori to reach the Genbukan Shijo dojo.
Open 7:00–23:00, minimum 2 hours
Leave Shijo Station by Exit 5 and walk about 400 m along Bukkoji-dori to reach the Genbukan Shijo dojo.
A spacious 120 m² with air conditioning
You get a roomy 120 m², which is hard to find elsewhere.
5. MDS Building
A bright, open rental studio with one wall made entirely of glass windows!
Studio info
Access
20 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, 5 min from Karasuma Oike Station! Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (〒604-8272 京都府京都市中京区釜座通三条上る突抜町793)
About MDS Building
A convenient location within walking distance of downtown Kyoto.
The cushioned dance flooring means you can practise without worrying about tired legs.
It is a compact studio for up to 5 people, so it is best for solo or small-group practice!
MDS Building: features
Near a station: 5 min from Karasuma Oike Station
Leave Karasuma Oike Station by Exit 4-1. Walk west along Oike-dori for about 400 m, then turn left onto Kamanza-dori.
Open 10:00–23:00, from 60 minutes
You can use it from 60 minutes; check the official site for current hours.
Special flooring that reduces fatigue
The cushioned dance flooring means you can practise without worrying about tired legs, making it ideal for dance practice.
6. Gold’s Gym Karasuma Rental Studio
Run by a gym that also offers personal training, so there is plenty of equipment and it is reassuring to use.
Studio info
Access
20 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae, 3 min from Karasuma, Shijo and Karasuma Oike stations! 2F Karasuma Bldg, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (〒604-8162 京都府京都市中京区七観音町６３５ からすまビル 2F)
About Gold’s Gym Karasuma Rental Studio
A rental studio 20 minutes on foot from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae and 3 minutes from Karasuma, Shijo and Karasuma Oike stations.
It is attached to the gym, so Gold’s Gym members can head straight to the gym!
Gold’s Gym Karasuma Rental Studio: features
3 min from Karasuma, Shijo and Karasuma Oike stations
Leave Karasuma Station by Exit 22 and walk north along Karasuma-dori for 290 m; Gold’s Gym Karasuma (rental studio) is on your left.
For dance practice, yoga classes and more
With a full-length mirror, it can be used for dance practice, yoga classes and much more.
Good lighting and equipment!
The room is bright with natural light and also has full lighting. Yoga mats, balance balls, chairs and other equipment are available.
Tips for renting a dance studio near Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae as a visitor
Booking: many studios only take bookings in Japanese, on their own websites or on platforms such as Instabase and Spacemarket (which add fees). Rental Studio Dancers takes bookings through LINE (@668oeqqk), and its team can reply to short messages in English.Payment: cards and PayPay are common, but some studios are cash only, so carry some yen.Shoes: bring clean indoor shoes, or practise barefoot or in socks where allowed. Heels and tap shoes are usually not allowed unless the studio says so.Time: your booking includes setting up, changing and cleaning. Enter at your start time and leave on time; unstaffed studios charge penalties for overstaying.Neighbours: keep music at a reasonable volume and don’t gather outside the building.Getting there: an IC card (ICOCA, Suica, etc.) works on Kyoto’s subway, trains and buses.
Summary
That’s our pick of the best rental dance studios around Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station.
We have summarised prices, locations, studio sizes and equipment to show how easy each one is to use.
FAQ
What is the cheapest studio near Kyoto City Hall?
Rental Studio Dancers Kawaramachi and Kyoto Sanjo are the cheapest, from ¥50–¥200 per 15 minutes depending on the location and time.
Is there a studio near City Hall for Pilates?
Rental Studio Dancers Kyoto Sanjo has a Balanced Body reformer. See our Kyoto Pilates guide .
Can I book on the same day?
Yes, unstaffed studios such as Rental Studio Dancers accept same-day bookings through LINE if a slot is free.
Which studio suits a group of 20?
Genbukan Shijo (120 m²) or the Gold’s Gym Karasuma rental studio (59 m², up to 24 people).
Rental Studio Dancers locations
You can check prices, equipment and availability for each Rental Studio Dancers location mentioned in this article on the official website.
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