Live here like local Japanese do - #1
隼人町姫城1-24
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Why people book this hotel
“Yuki is super friendly and thought maul to his guests, I received a warmest gree…”
“The host Yuki was very kind and showed me around the home and introduced me to o…”
“The traditionally Japanese room with tatami is confortable and warm, every corne…”
“I got to experience living in a traditional Japanese tatami room and the futon w…”
“Spotless place with all needed amenities including bonus of having a tap linked …”
“The house is clean and spotless, we wish we had more time to stay around”
“Excellent tips and recommendations for things to do in the area and very conveni…”
“The area is quiet, with lots of family-friendly onsen, and a supermarket just a …”
“Most importantly, foot bath is worthy to try”
Overview
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Live here like local Japanese do - #1 is situated in Kirishima. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The homestay has a hot spring bath and a shared kitchen. The kitchen features a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware and there is a shared bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Kagoshima Chuo Station is 40 km from the homestay, while Kagoshima Station is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 15 km from Live here like local Japanese do - #1.
Traveller reviews
Ching Yun
couple
May 24, 2026
Yuki is super friendly and thought maul to his guests, I received a warmest greeting from him and careful introduction to all facilities in the guest house. The traditionally Japanese room with tatami is confortable and warm, every corner in the house is tidy, and cat is super cute! I enjoyed my stay here and will definitely recommend people come and visit! Most importantly, foot bath is worthy to try!
Rolando
solo_traveller
April 11, 2026
A truly Japanese experience provided by Yuki in his home. Spotless place with all needed amenities including bonus of having a tap linked to the onsen source. Excellent tips and recommendations for things to do in the area and very convenient location in Kirishimam wish I could stay longer. Thank you Yuki.
Ching Yee
solo_traveller
February 5, 2026
“Excellent”
Just like the title says, you can stay here and experience everyday life like a local. The onsen bath is excellent, and as a bonus, there’s a bike available and all-you-can-drink shōchū. The area is quiet, with lots of family-friendly onsen, and a supermarket just a few minutes’ walk away. I would definitely stay here again.
James
solo_traveller
January 25, 2026
The host Yuki was very kind and showed me around the home and introduced me to other guests staying here. I got to experience living in a traditional Japanese tatami room and the futon was very comfortable. The stay was very enjoyable and the neighbourhood was very calm and peaceful
A&Cfamily
couple
January 7, 2026
A rare gem. We had a wonderful time. Yuki is a special person who made this house a little gem. We were amazed by the tranquility, peace, and serenity of our stay. Everything was perfect: the futons were super comfortable, the decorations were fantastic, and even sharing the common areas was no problem, even though we weren't used to it. We always had our privacy, but we also had the opportunity to talk with Yuki and meet another traveler. We were very sorry to have to leave. We tried to enjoy the two nights as much as possible; the area is fantastic, a world with so much to offer. Thank you, Yuki, we hope to return one day soon.
Bruno
couple
December 29, 2025
Very cozy and adorable place, with Yuki as your host you really feel home. We have slept in the new futons so well there were much thicker than usual and so comfy.
Lebouc
family_with_children
November 12, 2025
The accommodation is very comfortable and charming. Yuki-san is a very welcoming and pleasant host, thank you again!
shachar
couple
November 5, 2025
Yuki the host is so welcoming and interesting. The house is clean and spotless, we wish we had more time to stay around! And the cat is a great bonus!
Kirk
couple
October 27, 2025
Yuki is wonderful and every helpful. Large room, very clean
Gasper
extended_group
October 8, 2025
We had a lovely stay at this traditional Japanese house before heading to Kagoshima Airport in the morning. The host was very kind and spoke good English, so communication was easy. The private thermal footbath was a wonderful touch and made the experience even more relaxing. The location was perfect for our needs - several onsens nearby, the airport shuttle bus stops almost right in front of the house, and there’s a Lawson convenience store just around the corner. The host even kindly let us use the washing machine for free and helped us with the settings. Overall, a very comfortable and pleasant stay. Highly recommended!
Andrea
couple
September 18, 2025
The host was amazing, kindly and professional and he speaks a perfect english. The house was wonderful! A tradizionale japanese house with a private onsen, do you Need something else? The location is in front of the Airport bus stop and closer to a kombini and a Motto Hotto (try It for dinner) . Special tip: the foot bath onsen was something special! 10/10!
Clement
solo_traveller
June 26, 2025
“Best place in Kirishima”
I didn’t except a such nice inn, everything is in its right place, you can feel the importance of details when the house has been renovated. The host is one of the most friendly and attentive I've ever met, from the first message to arrival, taking care to introduce guests to each other to create a warm atmosphere. Kirishima is well located, with Sakurajima volcano to the south and Kinkowan National Park to the north, so there are plenty of activities to do in the area. I highly recommend this inn, one of my best experiences of my trip to Kyushu !
nicola
solo_traveller
May 4, 2025
“If you want to get off the beaten tourist track - a superb place to chill out”
The host was charming and very helpful. The place was spotlessly clean and and there were drinks available at all time - and use of a very well equipped kitchen It was quiet
Piotr
solo_traveller
May 1, 2025
Great place with the great host, I really enjoyed my stay in there ^^
Anita
extended_group
April 19, 2025
“Relaxation off the beaten path”
5 stars for everything Yuki’s Guesthouse was the perfect place to stay for us. It was very relaxing, and the house was convenient and clean. Yuki had renovated his grandmothers house with good taste, it was modern but with tradition. It was nice to sink feet into the onsen water foot bath on the deck after walking around the peaceful surroundings. Yuki gave us also good information about area and was very kind as a host. We enjoyed our visits to the Youyu-an Onsen and Noah’s Coffee House where you can drink coffee grown in the Kirishima area. We could have stayed longer! Greetings from two Finnish ladies
AMIR
solo_traveller
April 17, 2025
Yuki's guesthouse was one of the best surprises in my travels. If you want to experience Japan for real, this is the place for you. Yuki's neighborhood is as local as it gets, and the house itself is as Japanese as it gets, in the best way possible.
Ann
solo_traveller
April 17, 2025
Very friendly host, very nice house, well organised and super clean. I really loved my stay, very quiet during the night. The restaurant almost in front of the house is excellent for dinner.
Julian
solo_traveller
April 6, 2025
Yuki was helpful to organise some stuff and explained everything well! Enjoyed this cozy place to start my japan trip not too busy :)
tiantian
couple
April 4, 2025
“Exceptional”
Exceptional experience! With a bonus cat. Super clean place and friendly host. There are many beautiful connections of chinas.
Yu-Ting
solo_traveller
January 12, 2025
“A good place for experiencing Japanese lifestyle”
A typical japanese house! I love the room with tatami. It’s really cute. And the host is nice! He gave useful tips and warm greetings as well!
Facilities
Activities
Hot spring bath, Foot bath
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Economy Triple Room
This triple room features a spa bath. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that has a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. This triple room is air-conditioned and has a shared bathroom, tatami floors, a washing machine and a terrace. The unit has 3 futons.
Studio
The studio features air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The studio features tatami, a dining area, tumble dryer as well as a sofa. The unit has 1 futon.
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