The owerners are a couple. They are very nice and helpful. I needed to get the train early in the morning the next day. They helped me reserve a taxi and reschedule the breakfast at 7:15 am so that I could leave on time. I am moved by their great hospitality and friendliness. Highly recommend others to visit here.

“It’s a lovely place. I want to go back!”

The couple who run this quaint inn are so sweet. It’s simply amazing to see the wife scurrying around even tho she had leg injuries. Both were kind and sweet. During dinner, the husband shared stories about growing up in the house which was hundreds of years old. Rethatching the roof when younger. He also described how he and his daughter gathered food from the forest that were prepared for us. It was a lovely stay. Oh! And don’t forget to purchase souvenirs from their gift shop on the side of the house.

“Amazing”

The couple was so nice and welcoming, felt like at my grandparents house. Best stay so far in Japan. Would love to come again, the room is beautiful, spacious. The food was exceptional, all the ingredients were locally sourced. Copious dinner and breakfast

This was a lovely experience in a unique spot on the planet. It is a must do. We really enjoyed our stay in this traditional family style setting.

The host had great hospitality. Was such a unique experience to stay at a WCH site. The food that they cooked was excellent.

“A unique setting in a charming village. Very hospitable hosts.”

Nice location. Traditional house

“A highly recommended experience”

This was a unique experience! It was great to spend the evening with the house owner cooking for us, telling us about the culture in his village, and showing us the traditional musical instruments from the area - a lot of fun.

“Snowy stay in Ainukura Heritage Village”

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.

“This felt like a once in a lifetime experience and we feel lucky to have been there.”

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.

Welcoming hosts, delicious food and authentic vibe.

“Would love to come back soon! Will recommend to my friends”

Loved it

“Unique and charming homestay - the best way to see Ainokura village and experience a UNESCO site”

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.

“Wonderful guest house! Would definitely recommend”

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

“Faultless – already a treasured memory!”

Everything was faultless. The location within the quiet UNESCO village was fantastic. The building had real character. The owners were super friendly and extremely welcoming. The meals were exceptional consisting of a whole range of fresh local ingredients prepared to a kaiseki standard. The futon was very comfortable with an added mattress beneath. We felt completely at home. This place is well worth the money. The highlight of our 10 day Hokuriku trip.

“Lovely little in with friendly hosts and tasty food”

The owners were both super nice, the food was delicious (and they made vegetarian food too!) Kuni san was great to talk to and explained a lot about the history of the village, and the house was super traditional and interesting. Comfortable bed and bath.

“Minshuku stay in Ainokura”

The wonderful host family shared with us aspects of their unique culture. The bedding was also comfortable and snug, and the food was simple and tasty. One of the best minshuku experiences in Japan.

“One of the best hospitality I’ve ever received in my life. The owners are simply LOVELY. If you choose this place, you’l”

“One of the best hospitality I’ve ever received in my life. The owners are simply LOVELY. If you choose this place, you’l”