Higashimera, located east of Mt. Mera, is located in the Ginkyo district, famous for the Ginkyo Kagura, a nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Mera. This inn is highly recommended for those who wish to savor the bounty of the mountains.
The starry sky among the mountains is exceptional, as it is dedicated in the first Ginkyo Kagura performance, "Hoshi Kagura." Experience mountain life in harmony with nature.
□Property Overview
A cowshed adjacent to "Ichinojin" has been renovated, with part of it converted into an open-air bath.
The barn adjacent to the open-air bath features a hearth the size of one tatami mat, offering a variety of ways to enjoy the bath.
[Accommodation Plans]
The basic accommodation rate is for one adult, with no meals included.
*If you would like to add a meal, please select it from the options menu.
○Experiences
We offer a variety of experiences.
If you are interested, please send us a message when booking.
<Examples of Activities>
・Waterfall Training Experience
・Firewood Splitting Experience
・Harvesting Experience (Bamboo Shoots, Wild Vegetables, Yuzu, Shiitake Mushrooms, etc.)
・Forestry Experience
・Hunting Experience
・Ginkyo Shrine Tour Guide
・River Play Experience
・River Fishing Experience
・Firefly Watching Event
・Plum Wine and Plum Syrup Making
・Yuzu Pepper Making
・Camping Food with a Swedish Torch
*Details of these experiences can be found here: https://higasimerasouseikai.com/higashimera-de-taiken/
*All activities are for elementary school students and above.
*Available activities and content may vary depending on the season and circumstances.
*Experience fees are payable on-site. Please inquire at the time of reservation for details.
○Meals
・Self-catering is available (refrigerator, microwave, gas stove, dishes, cups, cooking utensils, etc. provided)
・Meal orders can be made through "Musubi-ya Ginkyo Shokudo." Please inquire at the time of reservation.
*If you would like to arrange meals (breakfast, dinner, or lunch (bento box)), please make your reservation at least 7 days in advance, counting from the day before your stay.
■Meal Times: Dinner 7:00 PM / Breakfast 8:00 AM (Changes can be made with prior consultation)
■Meal Menu (Example)
・Dinner: Kariko Set *We also offer the Higashimera Ginkyo Manga Cafe Special Course, Ginkyo Kagura Set, Carp Set, and Ayu Set. Please inquire.
・Breakfast: Shiromi Set *We also offer rice ball bento boxes. Please inquire.
○Rooms
■Room Image: While retaining the charm of a traditional Japanese home, we have renovated it into a comfortable, modern style.
■Room Layout: Western-style rooms (8 tatami mats, capacity 2 people) and Japanese-style rooms (8 tatami mats, capacity 4 people) are available.
2 Guests up to 1 person will be accommodated in a Western-style room.
*6-tatami kitchen, 8-tatami living room, 8-tatami Japanese-style room, 8-tatami bedroom, 6-tatami earthen floor
■Room amenities: Air conditioning, fan, fan heater, kotatsu, dehumidifier, hair dryer, washing machine
■Other: 1 black telephone, Wi-Fi, 1 TV
■Check-in: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM *If you plan to arrive after 5:00 PM, please contact us at the time of booking.
■Check-out: 11:00 AM
○Bathroom (bathroom, toilet, sink)
■Bath: Goemon bath, kama bath (160cm diameter, fits 3-4 people)
The old house has a system bath. There is an open-air bath in the annex.
■Bathtime: Flexible
■Toilet: Western-style (with washlet)
■Amenities: Towels, toothbrush, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, T-shaped razor, loungewear
○Nearby Facilities & Restaurants
Higashimera Mountain Station Ginkyou (Sales Office, approximately 3 minutes by car)
○Access
Tokyo Station ⇒ Haneda Airport ⇒ Miyazaki Airport ⇒ Miyazaki Station: Approximately 1.5 hours by car.
Approximately 1 hour by community bus from Saito Bus Center to Ginkyou Clinic (2 buses)
*Please inquire at the time of booking if you require transportation.
○Notes from the Owner
Located on a hill, the guesthouse offers a riverside area. The sounds of the babbling brook and the birdsong...it's like traveling back in time.
○Notes
- Toiletries and bath towels are not provided. Face towels will be provided upon check-in.
(Toiletries and other items can also be purchased at Higashimera Mountain Station Ginkyou, approximately 3 minutes by car.)
- Disaster prevention sirens sound at 5:00 AM, 5:00 PM, and 9:00 PM.
Western-style room (8 tatami mats, 2 guests): 2 semi-double beds
Japanese-style room (8 tatami mats, 4 guests): 4 futon sets
・As this is a self-catering facility, you are free to bring in your own food.
・Please do not dye your hair in the bathroom.
・If you are bringing a pet, they are only allowed in the dirt floor area. However, they must be kept in a cage, so please do not let them out of their cage.
You can send a message directly to the host. Please click here to inquire about this facility before applying for a reservation.
* If you would like to contact STAY JAPAN customer support, please contact us from here.