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We love every thing in the house. It’s our dream came true. It’s super clean. There were more than enough common areas. The kitchen is fully equipped and very handy to use. The owner does not speak English but he was able to communicate to his guests with google translation and he is very helpful and friendly. There were four bicycles for guests to use and they were for free too.

Stayed in September 2025

Nothing. Everything was wonderful.

Owner is timely, exceptionally organized, responsive, and accommodating for early check in. He made my experience in Shingu wonderful, and even took me to a local waterfall. He goes above and beyond to ensure his guests have a great experience.

Stayed in September 2025

Home is a visual treat both outside and inside. Wonderful amenities to include making your own shaved ice. Laundry is available, and you can purchase laundry detergent and a cup of noodles if needed. The room I had was comfortable, spacious, and you were able to keep it whatever temperature you'd like and even control the humidity. The location is wonderful whether you want to go to katsura or stay in shingu. It is within 150 M of a bus stop and a 5-minute walk to the main bus station and the rail lines. You can get to other main train and bus stations, visit hayatama taisha, which is 1 minute away, take the boat tours, get to nachi. You don't need to pay tourist prices on the main street or katsura. I absolutely loved this place and helpful people. It is,a great value for a solo traveler or a family.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing, our stay was super comfortable:)

The house itself is beautiful Japanese classic house, however all facilities are modern and clean!!! Down town and Hayatama shrine are located in really walkable distance from the guest house.

Stayed in August 2025

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Everything. The interiors, everything is so clean. He also has a lot of free stuff like the shave ice which we thoroughly enjoyed, the bath was amazing the whole place is an old Japanese house with modern fittings inside. We really enjoyed our stayed here. We will definitely come back here. The staff was amazing and really helpful. It is also close to the shrine.

Stayed in August 2025

The host was extremely kind and welcoming. He took care of our luggage for us when it was delivered early, had bikes for us to use, and was very accommodating. The house was also spotless and in a very convenient location.

Stayed in July 2025

This place was amazing, the host was very welcoming and kind. The house was very beautiful and traditional and I would recommend everyone to stay here.

Stayed in July 2025

a very lovely traditional japanese house, good location, clean and bueatiful, staff are very kind also

Stayed in June 2025

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Great location, comfortable facility, very gracious host!

Stayed in May 2025

A marvellous authentic Japanese home hosted by caring and proud and kind owners. This would have to be the best place to choose to spend time in the region. I appreciate architecture and this house has impressive original craftsmanship qualities.

Stayed in June 2025

I wouldn't recommend this property to families with young children. The doors to the upstairs bedroom/living room area are traditional - paper between the squares. There are 2 rooms that are rented so the kitchen and bath becomes a shared space if someone else has rented the other room. This was great for us - we loved meeting the other house guest.

This is a cute, attractive, very clean, traditional Japanese home location right outside the shrine. We are a family of 5 (adult children) and we very much enjoyed the traditional bedroom/living room area on the 2nd floor. The kitchen was well stocked and the eating area was large. The host was very gracious. We very much enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in May 2025

Great location that you can access hatayama taisha in 1 minute! The host is welcoming and offers free bicycle for you to enjoy Shingu town.

Stayed in June 2025

There was nothing I didn't like. I recommend it and would stay again if the opportunity arises.

Very cosy and comfortable private house styled with a blend of traditional Japanese and modern facilities. Very quiet neighbourhood but an easy walk to shops and restaurants.

Stayed in May 2025

I liked the place very much and extended., The house is very nice, a lot of effort was put into it. Just note that there is a common bathroom in the ground floor. I also liked the small garden. I felt very comfortable in the neighborhood, I actually felt at home after some days. Nice local pubs and restaurants. Best are the free bicyles from the house - it makes a lot of fun to cycle cross the really nice and cozy Singū. This was by far the best place I've been for the recent years (good accommodation and for me perfect location).

Stayed in May 2025

Our room was with a bunk bed.

Great location, very cool property, extremely kind host.

Stayed in May 2025

No complaints.

Our host was so kind. The home was a beautiful Japanese style, traditional home very close to the Kumano Hayatama Taisha. Very clean and well kept. Would happily stay there again.

Stayed in May 2025

Beautiful house.

Stayed in May 2025

Although there is no problem for me, some may not like the homestay feel and proximity with other guests.

Comfortable, clean old remodeled home with a welcoming owner. It was great to have bicycles available.

Stayed in May 2025

The owner had a very welcoming energy and the space was cosy. Great location. A really lovely little town.

Stayed in May 2025

Beautiful house!! The host is so friendly. There’s a full kitchen and dining room, bathtub, washing faculties, very comfortable in beautiful traditional Japanese style. Very close to restaurant areas and just a block from the Kumano Hayatama Temple.

Stayed in April 2025

Incredible !!!!!

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing not to like, very helpful and friendly owner once we found it

Good location but as with a lot of properties hard to find in you can’t put Japanese script into your phone

Stayed in March 2025

From communications prior to our arrival to meeting our host and the entire stay, we had a wonderful experience! The kitchen is large and fully stocked, they have a washer and dryer, and the rooms were exactly as listed. Our host was courteous and the staff would keep the guest house super clean. They even gave us a bottle of fresh squeezed locally farmed mandarin juice, which was delicious.

Stayed in March 2025

The property owners are not present, make sure to text them at what time you will arrive

Wonderful all around, they upgraded me since there was no one in the single room. Super kind staff

Stayed in March 2025