Tsubaki - the best guesthouse in Inawashiro -

宿泊コストが安くていい。

Space , design, friendly landlady on site. Although we spoke different languages we got by very well. Quiet and calm places. She gave us some delicious grapes as we left. Good facilities in the bathroom. A real authentic Ryokan feel - very clean and welcoming

Just that bathroom and taps were downstairs but this wasn't really much of s problem.

安心できて落ち着きました

高齢者には不向きな施設です。部屋は全部2階でトイレ、洗面所が一階にあり、また、階段が急で登り降りが危険である。

The house had a wonderful authentic feel. The room had air conditioning that made sleeping easy. The hostess was very welcoming and nice. The bath was refreshing after a day hiking in the mountains. The town has several Convenience stores and a couple restaurants. You can use the kitchen to prepare food you bring back.

As a foreign traveler myself, this is the type of place where you want to stay and experience the traditional Japanese style with a touch of modern home. I was greeted by a super lovely grandma. We google translated the whole conversation but there's no drama as you can figure things out (also Hase, the host has printed some instructions in English already) Tatami, Futon(slightly thing), Kotatu(the heated table with blanket). I was the only guest that night so there was no waiting on the facilities (it's shared). I would assume there is basically no noise blocking by the look of it, however, earplugs are provided. I absolutely loved every second staying here!

Nothing during my stay