Minshuku Yomoshirou

I love Ainokura during the winter time, staying at Minshuku Yomoshirou was the highlight of my trip, the snow were covering the village makes it extra magical. The owner is very helpful and kind, they were trying to explain the history of the town, about their ancestor and how they use to live in the mountain in the past. It just nice to be able to stay in the Gassho House and learnt about the wonderful Japanese culture.

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Wonderful time spent in Ainukura. A look of snow, trekking, culture and learning of life in Ainukura heritage village. Host been very good to made ours stay comfortable and providing information of the village and gasso houses.

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We absolutely loved everything. We arrived during a heavy snow fall so we were really lucky to still get there. They cooked us amazing traditional food and hosts were so wonderful and caring. The futon bed was the most comfortable bed ever, especially with a hot water bottle as a treat.

The shower room was very cold which I loved but my partner didn’t like so much. It’s actually wonderful to warm yourself up in a cold room with hot water.

Welcoming hosts, delicious food and authentic vibe.

It was one of the most enjoyable, authentic stays we have had! Our hosts were very kind and helpful. They took great care of us from the meals they served, to the facilities they tended, and the hot water bottles they provided each night to ensure our futons were cozy warm on very cold nights. The meals were excellent - healthy, delicious, and abundant. We would love to return!

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Such an incredible place to stay - most people come to visit the Gassho villages on day trips but being able to do a homestay in the village itself was amazing and a truly unique experience. Our hosts were such a lovely couple, they went out of their way to make us feel welcome and tell us about their lives and experiences in the village. Even though we don't know Japanese, our hosts managed to tell us about food, music and the way of life in the village. We're both vegetarian and they went out of their way to make us a delicious meal out of local produce.

This is a great place to stay at. Ainokura is way more quiet and authentic compared to the touristy Shirakawa. The owners are a super friendly family. The dinner and breakfast is very delicious and traditionally Japanese, something you just have to try. The room was stayed in was spacious and comfy.

The hosts were very welcoming and cooked amazing Japanese food for dinner and breakfast. The guest house was very clean and tidy and we had all the necessary amenities. It was very nice to learn about where we were staying as the hosts talked to us about the Gassho houses and culture in the village. Definitely a highlight of the trip!!

the quality of the reception and the kindness of the hosts the meals. dinner and breakfast a very authentic and beautiful place