Private GUEST HOUSE KUMANOYASAI near Takahara

There are many ways to experience Japanese culture, but the house you provided for our accommodation felt like a time capsule, transporting us back to 1886. It was so authentic, and we were in awe of the beauty and craftsmanship of the builder. Thank you for your hospitality!

All details of this beautiful place have been lovingly thought of by the owner, Shino. Comfortable and cozy living and sleeping spaces. It has an ofuru (bath tub) to relax from and wash off the day’s exhaustion from walking the Kumano Kodo. The guesthouse is located on a small hill overlooking rice fields and mountain ranges, which is perfect for a quiet and serene evening of rest. We also availed of meals and packed lunch that were simply exquisite, and were prepared by Shino. All in, it was a restful, relaxing, and lovely stay.

A bit far from the Kumano Kodo but worth the distance, since we benefited from a quiet and relaxing stay. Also, Shino, the owner, arranged a car, without additional charge, that took us back to the Kumano Kodo the next day.

It is a beautiful house indoors in a very quiet but remote location. Food provided by the owner was very nice. She organised a car for us to take us onto the trekking trail. We arrived to the house by bus and the bus stop is 1 min away from the house, but it is far, far away from the trek. The owner wasn’t very accommodating, but nether less our stay was good.

It is very remote.

Shino is great, very easy instructions on how to reach her house as it is away from the Kumano Kodo. We liked the walk there and arriving at this lovely old japanese home was very welcoming. Then Shino arrived with the best food, very beautifully presented and delicious. We also appreciated the ride back to the trail the next day. Highly recommend this experience.

I am a bit heavy for the futon, I am a big person but my 3 companions had a great nights sleep.

Shino that runs the place is a super very friendly host and speaks almost fluently English. She surprised us with great food (both dinner, breakfast and lunch boxes for our hiking). Also a surprise she organized a drive up to takahara at no extra cost so that we did not have to hike up to the kumano kodo trail.

The host Shino was very nice. Great experience of old Japanese house stay.