“A fantastic, wholly memorable farmstay an hour’s scenic bus ride from Kyoto”

Everything. A traditional country farmhouse in the picturesque Koheiko area all to ourselves! It had a goemon onsen bath, a wood-burning stove, woodcutting zone. We picked our own spring onions, cooked on a traditional Japanese wood burning stove, and were treated to a Wagyu steak indoor barbecue with dozens of side dishes, plum wine, on our last night. Surrounded by cedar-clad hills and stillness. Our hosts were extremely attentive, kind and helpful in every way. They both speak very good English, and while not in the least intrusive, were close at hand and ready to help : including by giving us lifts to local attractions and collecting us from the bus station in Shuzan. It was a lovely feature of our visit.

The hospitality, the quiet location and the meals. Loved the experience.

So nice to see the country side in japan . Everything was perfect , the interaction with the host , the food , ... We recommended a 100%

“Wonderful stay in a traditional Japanese home”

We loved the kind hospitality of our hosts, getting to know them and them teaching us about this traditional Japanese home and way of living. We accidentally stuffed up our car hire and Masanori kindly drove us to see the sights we wanted to see and also showed us local spots. The dinner and breakfast was incredible and so generous. The food was some of the freshest we had on our trip, if not the absolute freshest. The breakfast bread was so warm and crunchy. They let us help them pick veggies and fruit from their garden to eat during meal time which we loved. We will never forget this wonderful experience. Thank you!

“Authentic house and nature pluss one of the friendliest host I every meet”

It was the total impression. A unbelievable nice and warm hospitality, the landscape and nature surroundings. A petty that I can't give 11 points here. Every time again we would come to this amazing place

“So perfect!”

A perfect stay. It was my second time in this house. They are very nice and they gave us some good recommandation about what to visit around here. Specially the Jōshōkō-ji temple and the water fall Takimata. For the waterfall, please remember the name in kanji because there is a crossroads with a small sign with the name of the waterfall in kanji only. There is no internet in the forest! It’s better to come with a car but it’s ok without car if you like cycling and walking. The first time I came (in 2017), I took the bus, and Tanaka Masanori-san kindly picked me up from the bus terminal and brought me to the house. It was very nice. This time (2025) I came with a car and it was perfect to watch a lot of things. And do not go to Takamiya Riding Park. If I understand well, it’s not for tourist (the lady from the riding club seems angry about to see tourists).

“Excellent Stay”

The host was welcoming and kind. My kids had a great time participating in traditional activities like cutting wood and heating water. We also enjoyed cooking rice in the traditional Japanese kitchen. Beautiful and memorable days—thank you so much!

“Amazing!!!”

1) A unique experience of living in a real Japanese home and interacting with local people. 2) Beautiful house, great dinner and breakfast. Everything is thought out to the smallest detail, with love and care. 3) Wonderful hosts!

Everything! The couple who manage are super nice and welcoming. It’s really a great escape in the countryside of Japan with traditional experience. Everything was perfect and highly recommend it!

“I highly recommend this Japanese-style house to anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind experience.”

I had the pleasure of staying at this unique Japanese-style house, and the experience was extraordinary. The traditional bath, heated by an open flame make my day-end a memorable and relaxing experience. Our gracious hosts treated us to a delightful BBQ dinner featuring incredibly tender Japanese beef and locally sourced deer meat. The breakfast was equally delightful, with crunchy-on-the-outside yet soft-on-the-inside bread, accompanied by fresh veggies straight from the hosts' own field. The serene and unique environment of the house provided the perfect backdrop for a tranquil getaway. The hosts not only suggested a local Onsen which showcased the beauty of nature for a rejuvenating experience but also shared insider tips on nearby scenic spots and a vibrant farm market. The host also recommended us local activities, such as fishing, swimming, and cycling just in case we visit again in summer. The hosts take great pride in their property, creating an unforgettable stay that seamlessly blends cultural immersion with modern comfort.

“Traditional Japanese house in a valley 1h from Kyoto.”

Traditional Japanese house in a valley 1h from Kyoto. The house is very neat, clean and with a lot of space, the owners were very helpful and kind and they prepared us a wonderful meat-based dinner to cook on the brazier in the center of the living room. The house offers a typical goemon bath with wood-fired water, the experience is very nice.

“Awesome”

BAR-B-QUE & Cooking ourselves

“Authentic and beautiful Japanese Farmhouse Experience in the Countryside”

A beautiful 100 year old Japanese Farmhouse in a delightful countryside. An authentic experience with very kind and helpful hosts. We had dinner and breakfast prepared for us by our host and it was generous and delicious. We harvested fresh vegetables from the garden. The couple who were our hosts were very kind and generous. They drove us to see some other places and helped us with anything we needed. Also, good English was spoken which made our stay easy and enjoyable as we could ask many questions. I hope we can visit again one day, highly recommend for anyone wanting a deeper understanding of traditional Japanese life in the countryside.

A very special Japanese traditional old house very clean and well maintained ! Bath with a wood fire water , a BBQ fire in the center with fresh vegetables and several kinds of meat which was so tasty ! This a a very quiet and relaxing place a very special experience with a super nice host couple ! If you wanna escape from the crowded city place this is a great place for you!

Lovely, remote stay in an old house, highly recommended.