Piyo Piyo House Kumiage

Piyo Piyo House Kumiage is a traditional Japanese farmhouse stay (kominka stay) where you can enjoy an authentic countryside experience, farm activities, and even explore rural relocation near Tokyo.

Located about 1.5 hours from Tokyo in the nature-rich area of Katori City, Chiba. This 50-year-old traditional Japanese house is surrounded by open farmland, offering a peaceful and spacious countryside setting. Japanese honeybees, chickens, and cats live on the property.

At Piyo Piyo House Kumiage, you will stay with a host family who relocated from Tokyo, giving you a real-life rural Japan experience. The property is also officially selected as a trial stay location for those interested in moving to Katori City, Chiba.

Wake up to sunlight and birdsong, care for animals surrounded by blue skies and greenery, and fall into a deep sleep with the sounds of insects and peaceful silence at night. This nature-rich stay is ideal for relaxation, wellness retreats, digital detox, and workation in Japan.

During your stay, we can also arrange nature experiences, cultural exchange with locals, farming activities, and DIY experiences. Feel free to ask us in advance.

■ Family-friendly (Children Welcome)
We provide age-appropriate books and toys for children (from infants), baby chairs, kids’ tableware, and play equipment.

■ Enjoy nearby natural hot springs (onsen)
Carnival Hills Bijin no Yu / Karin no Yu

■ Relocation consultation available
The host, who has experience as a regional revitalization volunteer, can provide guidance on relocating to rural Japan. You can also hear firsthand experiences of moving from Tokyo (Arakawa) to Katori City, Chiba.

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Accommodation
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The bedroom is a traditional tatami room in a 50-year-old two-story Japanese house.

Shared spaces with the host include a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and bathroom, all renovated with modern amenities.

Enjoy a relaxing stay surrounded by nature.

■ Cats on the property
There are pet cats in the shared spaces. While we maintain cleanliness, please note they may play with fabrics, walk on sinks, or catch insects.
They may scratch car hoods, so protective covers are available upon request.

■ Japanese honeybees on site
Japanese honeybees are kept on the property. Occasionally, yellow pollen stains may appear on laundry.

■ Chickens in the garden
Hens are calm, but roosters can be aggressive.

■ Garden activities
Guests can collect eggs and harvest seasonal produce in the garden.

💛 Garden Harvest Calendar
March: Horsetail shoots
April: Bamboo shoot digging, rice planting, rapeseed flowers
May: Mulberries, wild strawberries, bayberries, fireflies
June: Honey, plums, loquats
July–August: Blueberries
September: Rice harvesting, shiitake mushrooms
October: Elaeagnus fruit, Japanese pepper, persimmons, green yuzu

■ Workspace & Home Theater (Paid option)
You can use the adjacent café run by the host as a remote work space.

The café also features a home theater system available after 6:00 PM. A piano inside the café is free to use.

Workspace use (no food purchase required): 100 yen/hour
　※If you purchase food, only the food cost applies
Home theater use (after 6:00 PM): 100 yen/hour

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Meals
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Meals are not included, but you are free to use ingredients in the refrigerator (often includes fresh vegetables).

The neighboring bakery sells locally sourced bread (400 yen / gluten-free and vegan options available).

You can also source fresh local ingredients for self-cooking.
Organic and halal-friendly options are available upon request.

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Experiences
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The following experiences can be booked as optional add-ons:

■ 【May–November】 Traditional Salt-Making Experience ☆Includes Café Lunch☆
Duration: 4 hours
※Minimum charge for 2 people (at least 1 adult)

■ Nature & Harvest Experiences
Seasonal activities are available. Please inquire for details.
Duration: 2 hours
※Minimum charge for 2 people (at least 1 adult)

　【March–August】 Beekeeping experience
　【April】 Bamboo shoot harvesting
　【June–November】 Flowing somen noodle experience
　【November–May】 Forest bonfire experience
　【Year-round】 Harvest & farming experience ☆Free take-home produce☆
　　《Spring–Early Summer》 Curry ingredient set (potatoes, carrots,
　　　　onions, garlic—depending on availability)
　　《Summer》 Corn, tomatoes, micro cucumbers,
　　　　small watermelons (depending on availability)
　　《Autumn》 Sweet potato harvesting

※This is a small-scale operation. Please contact us before booking to confirm availability of your preferred experiences.

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Notes
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※Accessible areas for guests
Entrance, front room, first-floor bedroom, living/dining area, kitchen, bathroom, and toilet.
Staff-only areas are private living spaces. As residents may be changing clothes, please refrain from entering or opening doors.

※The host conducts outdoor farm work. Mud stains may occasionally be present in the bathroom or washing machine. Thank you for your understanding.

※Amenities
We provide shared bath towels, face towels, and soap. Other amenities are not included, so please bring your own. Convenience stores are available about 5 minutes away by car.

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About Katori City, Chiba & Nearby Attractions
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Katori City, Chiba is a scenic area blessed with water and greenery along the Tone River. Centered around the historic Katori Shrine, the region has a rich cultural heritage. Surrounded by satoyama landscapes and rice fields, you can enjoy a peaceful stay while experiencing Japan’s changing seasons. Despite its proximity to central Tokyo, it offers easy access to authentic rural experiences, farm stays, and local Japanese lifestyle. It is increasingly popular for relocation, workation, and weekend retreats in Japan.

■ Katori Shrine: 11 minutes by car
■ Onsen: Carnival Hills Bijin no Yu (approx. 9 min by car)
　Pet-friendly hot spring available (reservation required)
■ Onsen: Karin no Yu (approx. 10 min by car)

・5 min by car: Seven-Eleven
・10 min by car: Carnival Hills Bijin no Yu
・15 min by car: Drugstore, Kurimoto Roadside Station
・20 min by car: Katori Shrine, Sawara (Little Edo town), Mizunosato Sawara Roadside Station
・30 min by car: Narita Airport, Kujukuri Beach

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Access
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■ By Public Transportation
About 15 minutes by car/taxi from JR Sawara Station (JR Sobu Line)
・Approx. 90 minutes from Tokyo Station (via JR Sobu Line or highway bus)
About 30 minutes by car/taxi from Narita Airport

■ By Car
18 minutes from Daiei IC (Higashi-Kanto Expressway)
11 minutes from Sawara-Katori IC

〇 Free parking available