Tenku-no-Satoyama
Accommodation
4.71
Tenku-no-Satoyama location
Living room with Irori hearth
View from living room
Kitchen
Bedroom
Bedroom
Twin bedroom
Bath
Toilet
Yard with excellent view
Description
Ultimate Mountain Retreat
The ultimate mountain retreat in Japan! Tenku-no-Satoyama is a guesthouse in the ridge top settlement of Takahara along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.
The house features a lofty ceiling with open, wood beams, and four bedrooms, kitchen, toilet, and bath. The views are spectacular: terraced rice paddies and mountain panoramas. Guests have been known to spend all day just watching the changing natural scenes, especially the mist as it flows amongst the peaks and in the valley below.
Tenku-no-Satoyama is geared towards those looking for an immersive, quiet stay in the mountains. Multiday stays are recommended.
It is a homestay-type experience as the owner stays overnight in one of the rooms.
◆ IMPORTANT NOTICE ◆ Sorry, curently suspended new reservation requests.
| Full Name |
Tenku-no-Satoyama
天空のさと山 |
|---|---|
| Area | Takahara |
| Type | Homestay |
| Address | 911-6 Takahara, Nakahechi-cho, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture, 646-1416
〒646-1416 和歌山県田辺市中辺路町高原911-6 |
| Map Code | 615 754 092*27 |
| Maps | |
| Check-in | 15:30 - 17:00 |
| Check-out | 10:30 |
Rating & Reviews
4.71
Guestroom
Baths
Meals
Location
Reception & Service
Date: Jun/2024
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Great experience at Takahara
Our first night on the Kumano Kodo was a great experience. We received a warm welcome from our lovely host and after showers and tea, enjoyed the stunning views across the mountain range. We had a sensational home cooked meal before our host left for the evening. In the morning we were able to cook a lovely breakfast and pack a lunch for the day ahead. Wonderful place to stay!
Date: May/2024
Australia (Male, age **)
4.80
Very comfortable, friendly service, great food
Whilst we didn't initially notice it, they had left instructions on the door for us if we arrived ahead of the checkin time which was nice. It was quite windy the night we were there and the windows make a bit of noise in the wind but otherwise very comfortable room, super clean shower facilities. Meals were great very good, just held back a touch by our skills and experience in managing cooking the wonderful platter of fresh seafood and vegetables on the hot coals
Date: May/2024
Singapore (Male, age 50-59)
4.00
Nice view, quiet surroundings
We had the whole house to ourselves, the other two rooms were not occupied. No staff at night. A polite and kind Japanese lady came over to prepare Japanese dinner for us.She stayed at Tanabe. Breakfast was DIY with bread, eggs and ham.
Date: May/2024
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: May/2024
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Amazing!
This property is beautiful and very comfortable. The location and view of the mountain range is magical. Our supper was a beautifully presented bento box which was a piece of art and too beautiful to eat. The breakfast staples were plentiful and the host lovely. Highly recommend.
Date: Apr/2024
Germany (Female, age 30-39)
4.00
Spacious guesthouse with great view
Very nice guesthouse, very clean and comfy. Had a delicious supper. There was plenty of food for the breakfast. Besides there is an onsen a 5 min walk away from the accommodation.
Date: Apr/2024
United States (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
Lovely Private Home
This was a lovely traditional Japanese home which we had to ourselves. It looked out over the valley and the village was very peaceful. The owner (Kyoko?) made us a traditional dinner and then she left. We had the place to ourselves to relax after our first day of hiking. She gave us instructions to make our own breakfast with ham, eggs, bread, bananas, etc. We kind of liked making our own breakfast and packed lunch as it was less formal than having someone serve us!
Date: Apr/2024
United Kingdom (Male, age 60-69)
4.40
Pretty Location
Good all round stay with very friendly and helpful staff
Date: Apr/2024
Netherlands (Male, age 30-39)
4.60
Absolutely amazing view with a fantastic meal
After a tough first leg of the hike (almost entirely uphill) it was incredible to come across this little town up on the mountain. The living room opened up onto a fantastic valley view and the homecooked meal was large and made with care. I was absolutely blown away by the location and it was a fantastic start to the journey.
Date: Apr/2024
Australia (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Dec/2023
United Kingdom (Male, age 60-69)
4.20
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No guest review.
Date: Dec/2023
Thailand (Male, age 60-69)
4.00
We had the entire house to ourselves.
We only met the host when we arrived at noon. Then they went out and left the entire house to us (there was no other guest on that day). Late afternoon, there was a lady whose duty was to prepare us the dinner. It might have taken her two hours to finish. Then she also went back home. The dinner was good. As for breakfast, the host had arranged the bread and jams for us to help ourselves. It was a simple breakfast.
Date: Dec/2023
Thailand (Male, age 60-69)
4.20
Great views.
In the morning.Misty valleys were all around and so beautiful.
Date: Oct/2023
United Kingdom (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
Fantastic homestay with great views
We loved staying in Tenku-no-Satoyama. Our host was very welcoming and helpful. The house is charming and beautiful. We had it all to ourselves! And our dinner cooked from scratch by our host was delicious. Highly recommended
Date: Nov/2023
United Kingdom (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
The best place we have ever stayed
Truly magical place. Location for the Kumano Kodo trail is perfect, the views were simply spectacular. Home cooked meal by a welcoming and incredibly friendly host- which was also one of the best meals we have had in Japan. We hope to one day return if we are lucky enough. What a great place to wake up on your birthday
Date: Nov/2023
Israel (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
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Excellent!
Date: Nov/2023
Australia (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
Highlight of the trip!
Tenku-no-Satoyama was an incredibly beautiful mountainside home, warm and cozy inside with incredible views of the valley. Our room was very comfortable, and a nice hot shower was much appreciated after a big walk. Our host was so kind and prepared a delicious dinner and left plenty of food for breakfast in the morning. Highly recommend!
Date: Nov/2023
Australia (Female, age 70-79)
4.00
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Beautifully kept with stunning views and great location. We had a little trouble finding the accommodation because we missed the sign. The weather was very hot and humid and one room didn't have air-con. Bento box dinner was very nice and the fridge and kitchen were generously stocked for us, with invitation to take what we wanted for lunch. Lovely friendly hosts.
Date: Oct/2023
Australia (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
Beautiful house in the beautiful village of Takahara
This Guesthouse isn't far from the rest area and is a beautiful house with a well-stocked kitchen and a great bath. The toilet is western and I was provided with all the amenities I needed. It even had a TV. It was such a beautiful house and the lady who owned it was very welcoming. The view was amazing at sunset and viewing the morning mist hanging in the valley below. It was close enough to get back on the trail for an early start. I had a wonderful time.
Date: Oct/2023
Australia (Male, age 50-59)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Sep/2023
Singapore (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Meditative and scenic lodge
One of the best spots we’ve stayed on the Kumano Kodo trail. House sits along the hills with unblocked views, and has all the facilities you would need, and more (large living area, outdoor seating).
Date: Sep/2023
Spain (Male, age **)
4.40
Good place to stay
We had the luck to have the whole accommodation for us. It was nice because the rooms are Japanese style. The food was good, but my rate with three stars it's because the others were amazing.
Date: Aug/2023
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Lovely guesthouse
This house had a wonderful view over the valley. Our dinner was excellent and there was a great selection of food left for breakfast and lunch. Rooms were spacious and plenty of common room area
Date: Aug/2023
Belgium (Male, age 30-39)
4.60
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Everything was wonderful and the host was superfriendly and clear. Her food was delicious! The bath was a little outdated, but appropriate.
Date: Aug/2023
Australia (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
Beautiful view and house. Highly recommended
Very glad we stayed here. The owner offered us a drive to the local supermarket for some food. Amazing view in the morning!
Date: Jun/2023
France (Female, age 30-39)
4.60
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No guest review.
Date: May/2023
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
4.60
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The guest house was in a great location. We were wet when we arrived and we were well looked after by our host.
Date: May/2023
Japan (Male, age 30-39)
4.40
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No guest review.
Date: Aug/2021
Japan (Female, age 40-49)
2.00
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囲炉裏があり とても景色も良いお部屋で雰囲気もありよかったです。 残念だったのはタオルの柔軟剤の匂い そして朝食でした。 自然や豊かな場所だからこそ 環境に優しい洗剤など使って欲しいし 朝食も普通のスーパーで買えるようなパン 牛乳、チーズなどで たくさんの量はありましたが せっかくの自然豊かな場所なので 量は少なくてもオーガニックのものなど用意があれば嬉しかったなと思いました。 また、予約の際にそのような食事の提供と案内が有れば食事なしにしたのかなとも思います。 フルーツを置いてくださったのはよかったです。
Date: Apr/2023
United States (Male, age 60-69)
4.80
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Really good place to start the walk. The whole house for myself. The host was very gracious and really appreciated her trust.
Date: Apr/2023
Canada (Female, age 40-49)
4.80
Stunning views, comfortable house and wonderful host
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The view is exceptional and the whole town is breathtaking. Well worth the visit. Our host left us to enjoy the evening in her beautiful house after cooking us a really wonderful meal. She left us enough supplies in the fridge to take care of breakfast and lunch the next morning. It was a really relaxing stay with everything we needed.
Date: Apr/2023
Philippines (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Apr/2023
New Zealand (Female, age 50-59)
4.75
Beautiful simple setting with great care. So very peaceful
Highly recommend. Would love to have had another night here. Wonderful personalized care but absolute privacy as well. Just the best spot to relax
Date: Apr/2023
United States (Male, age **)
5.00
Great stay in Takahara
We really enjoyed our one-night stay here. It is a really nice rental house with a beautiful view. It has lots of space and is nicely appointed. The lady running it was wonderful and cooked a delicious dinner for us before leaving for the evening. The refrigerator was stocked with food to prepare ourselves for breakfast and a bento box lunch for the trail. I would gladly stay again.
Date: Apr/2023
United States (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
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Excellent. Beautiful home that we had to ourselves. Lovely home super meal provided and foods for next day breakfast and lunch. Fabulous views.
Date: Apr/2023
Taiwan (Male, age 50-59)
4.00
Kumano Kudo Day1
No guest review.
Date: Mar/2023
Canada (Female, age 60-69)
3.60
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No guest review.
Date: Mar/2023
United States (Female, age **)
4.60
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No guest review.
Date: Mar/2023
Germany (Male, age 40-49)
4.00
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No guest review.
Date: Jan/2023
Germany (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Traditional Japanese house with a dream view
Tenku-no-Satoyama felt like a home away from home: we were warmly welcomed with a table full of homemade Japanese meals, a heated kotatsu table, and futons ready for a good night's sleep. The house is located on the edge of the peaceful valley of the mist with a great view of mountains, sunset, and mist.
Date: Jan/2023
New Zealand (Male, age **)
4.60
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No guest review.
Date: Dec/2022
United States (Female, age 30-39)
4.60
really cool traditional home with amazing views
It was so cool to stay in this traditional Japanese home! The host served us an amazing dinner and left plenty of things for us to eat in the morning. The house was beautiful and the view unbelievable. It was pretty easy to find and right off the trail. The bathroom was basic but with a nice deep tub big enough for two. I removed one star because futons were a bit thin--but we were still comfortable and glad we stayed there!
Date: Dec/2022
United States (Female, age 50-59)
4.60
Food was excellent!
We were treated to dinner by a fabulous cook! We were lucky to get into town just as a food truck was there. Without it we would not have had food to eat for lunch!
Date: Dec/2022
Japan (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Amazing stay
The homemade food was amazing. Thank you for waiting for us (we were a few hours late)! Amazing view on the mountains and the house itself is beautiful…
Date: Dec/2022
Australia (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
A home away from home
Stunning views, beautiful house and great food!
Date: Nov/2022
Singapore (Male, age **)
3.80
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No guest review.
Date: Nov/2022
Canada (Male, age 30-39)
4.80
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No guest review.
Date: Sep/2022
Belgium (Female, age 20-29)
4.20
Amazing views!
We were all alone during our stay, so we had this fantastic house all for ourselves and had a great time watching the sunset. Unfortunately the Wifi did not work for us.
Date: May/2022
Japan (Male, age 30-39)
4.80
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A beautiful hilltop view from a lovely home!
Date: Apr/2022
Japan (Female, age 70-79)
3.00
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立地条件は素晴らしく、建物も立派な作りでびっくりしました。居心地は最高でした。寝室は普通でしたが、寝具が羽毛でなかったので重たかった。 玄関の鍵がかからず（管理の人は玄関の鍵をかけなくても平気だと言っていた）不安で怖く、久しく寝付かれなかった。これは最悪でした！ お風呂の温度がなかなか上がらず、使い勝手が悪かった。夕食は粗食、朝食の食材は豊富でした。
Date: Apr/2022
Japan (Male, age **)
3.80
Springtime Trip for a Couple
Loved the views and having the house to ourselves. So close to the Nakahechi trail, too. Delicious food. The ぶり was incredible! There was a big spider in our bedroom that we captured and three outside. Then we noticed some spiderwebs here and there in the house, so cleaner rooms and dishes would've been nice. Still, we had a great time.
Date: Mar/2022
France (Male, age **)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Nov/2021
Japan (Female, age 60-69)
4.00
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素敵なオーナーさんでした。４時前に到着しましたが、それ以上遅くなると、オーナーさんが田辺市内まで帰られるのも暗くて危ないですね。 素敵なお家で、ゆっくりさせていただきました。景色も最高でした。 もう一泊くらいしかったですね。 ご近所の方に、柚子を沢山いただき、柚子塩や、柚子ジャムを作り、帰宅してからも、旅の余韻に慕っております。 ありがとうございました。
Date: Oct/2021
United Kingdom (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
A beautiful place
One of the nicest locations and decorations of our hole trip. The views are amazing, food aswell. It really gets you in the mood to like the kumano Kodo and just oozes essence of past Pilgrims
Date: Oct/2021
Japan (Male, age 30-39)
4.25
泊まれてよかったです。
ずっと泊まりたいと思ってた宿なんですが、期待通りとても素晴らしかったです。 道が狭くアクセスは大変でしたが、景色、雰囲気は最高でした。 家族で行きましたが、皆んな満足してました。 食器、BBQ用具、調味料、調理器具などの備品がとても充実してました。 本当はもう一泊したかったのですが、予約が入ってるとのことなので、またの機会にしたいと思います。
Date: Oct/2021
Japan (Female, age 20-29)
3.80
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No guest review.
Date: May/2021
Japan (Female, age 30-39)
4.80
A beautiful house with a beautiful view
Tenku-no-Satoyama is a beautiful guesthouse, very clean and it has a great backyard with tables and benches where we could relax and enjoy the gorgeous view. We arrived 1h30 earlier than what we planned, but the lady who was already preparing our supper, although she seemed a little bit worried we were already there, was very kind, and made us feel very comfortable. We didn't see the nice lady anymore before we left, so we had no opportunity to thank her for the delicious home food she prepared and to tell that her misso soup was the best ever.
Date: Apr/2021
United States (Male, age 30-39)
4.60
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We appreciated the hospitality at tenku-no-satoyama. The owner was kind and we enjoyed the privacy of the guesthouse
Date: Apr/2021
Japan (Male, age **)
4.40
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Amazing location and views, so beautiful and tranquil.
Date: Apr/2021
United States (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Nice homestay.
This is a home stay. When I arrived my dinner was being set out, I was shown where the rice cooker and kettle were located and how to heat up my miso soup. There was plenty of food (which was nice after the day's hike). I was shown where all the components of breakfast were located and then the host left and I had the house to myself to rest, relax, take a lovely, warm shower, etc. Good wifi. Standard futon on a tatami mat with a very efficient heater, so I was nice and toasty warm. It's very quiet and remote. In the morning I ate and was back on the Kumano in no time. Plan on getting lunch at the Michi-no-Eki rest area.
Date: Nov/2020
Japan (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Wonderful host, excellent location and housing
The host was incredibly kind, and drove us to the grocery store to buy supplies. She was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The house was beautiful, with a beautiful view of the small town and valley. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Date: Mar/2020
Japan (Male, age 30-39)
4.00
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No guest review.
Date: Apr/2020
France (Male, age 30-39)
4.75
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The house is great, and the hosts too ! The house is so nice, there is a wonderful view on the mountains, the rooms are confortable... We were very well welcomed by our hosts. They drived us to the grocery store, and gave advices on the local food. They were very nice and friendly. The house is a great place to relax after a good walk. The only regret was to leave and not spend more time there.
Date: Mar/2020
Japan (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
Incredibly Beautiful & Friendly Couple
This was the most gorgeous place we stayed the entire trip. We thought it would be a basic cabin but it was actually a gorgeous guesthouse overlooking the mountains. The grocery store the family drives you to is also much more developed than I realized and had all the items you could possibly want. The kitchen is fully equipped and you can make anything you like. There was also complementary coffee and tea. This was my favorite part of the trip!
Date: Mar/2020
Switzerland (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Mar/2020
Japan (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Tenku-no-Satoyama
So beautiful! While there are no meals provided, the friendly owners of the home were more than happy to take us shopping at the local supermarket to buy food. The home and views are gorgeous. It really warrants a longer stay.
Date: Mar/2020
France (Female, age **)
4.75
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No guest review.
Date: Feb/2020
Australia (Male, age 60-69)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Jan/2020
United States (Male, age **)
5.00
Lovely house
Beautiful view and house. Newly renovated and clean authentic traditional japanese house. Lovely hosts.
Date: Dec/2019
United Kingdom (Female, age **)
5.00
Traditional, full of character and what a view!
We were lucky enough to have the whole place to ourselves, very clean, contemporary but with a traditional feel. The view from the living room is perfect for settling down to write your journal after a day's walking.
Date: Nov/2019
Thailand (Male, age 40-49)
4.75
Owner Helpfulness.
We travelled with a small child and the owner was kind enough to send us to the bus stop with his car. It was very helpful on such a long journey with a child.
Date: Nov/2019
Germany (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
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This house was the most wonderful, spacious and attractive place to stay overnight. Very friendly owner and of course the most beautiful view across the valley. We recommend this to any hiker. It was easy to do some shopping with the owner in a supermarket.
Date: Oct/2019
Germany (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
Great place to stay with a terrific view!
We had a wonderful stay at this traditional Japanese style house. after arrival, the host took us to the grocery store for shopping for dinner and breakfast, which was a very nice experience. After that, we spent a long time sitting on the tatami mats, just looking out the window at the marvelous mountain scenery.
Date: Oct/2019
Ireland (Female, age 50-59)
4.25
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No guest review.
Date: Oct/2019
Denmark (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Oct/2019
New Zealand (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
Wow!
The hosts went above and beyond to make us feel at home. We had a great trip to the supermarket with the host. Simply amazing location and people
Date: Oct/2019
Israel (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
Gorgeous and huge house, great hosts!
We had a lovely stay at Tenku-no-Satoyama. The house is big and clean and has all the needed amnesties. Make sure you bring some supplies with you. There's a fully functional kitchen at the house if you want to cook.
Date: Oct/2019
Philippines (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Lovely retreat house
Even if there were no meals provided, the house was quite lovely. Beautiful view and spacious rooms. The couple who owned it was so friendly and helpful.
Date: Oct/2019
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
4.75
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We were fortunate to have this to ourselves. Views were amazing and only a short walk to the onsen. Beautifully presented home.
Date: Sep/2019
South Africa (Female, age 40-49)
3.75
Lovely house with wonderful view
The house itself is really lovely with beautiful views of the valley. We selected to have dinner / breakfast at the Takahara Inn, so we did not use too much of the facilities at the house.
Date: Sep/2019
Sweden (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
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Wonderful hospitality and drop dead gorgeous location and house!
Date: Sep/2019
Australia (Female, age **)
4.80
Fantastic!
The guesthouse was absolutely gorgeous, in an amazing location. Being driven to the shop and buying our own food for dinner and breakfast was not an issue at all, and actually quite a fun experience. Sitting out overlooking the valley at sunset with an asahi was the perfect end to our first day on the Kumano Kodo trail.
Date: Sep/2019
Taiwan (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Sep/2019
Japan (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
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素敵だった。家きれいで広くてよかった。また、景色は素晴らしかった。とても満足でした。
Date: Sep/2019
United Kingdom (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
JUST PEFECTION!
WOW. What can I say, this place is incredible. Probably the best place I have ever stayed in the world. The house is beautiful, the owner is so friendly and helpful and took us to buy food and helped us arrange baggage collection which we hadn't organised in advance. The location is incredible, we just sat and chilled for hours looking at the view.
Date: Aug/2019
Japan (Female, age 20-29)
4.75
Our favourite by far!
This was definitely our favourite accommodation during our Kumano Kodo trip. The location is perfect, just a few minutes from the trail, the view is stunning and the host is extremely nice. Furthermore, the house itself is beautiful, in old Japanese style and perfectly clean. We could have easily spent an entire week here!
Date: Aug/2019
France (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Jul/2019
Netherlands (Female, age 50-59)
4.50
Best stay
Very charming and convenient house. Nice and helpfull owners next door. Splendid vieuw also when raining.
Date: Jun/2019
Japan (Female, age **)
4.25
View to the rice paddies
Lovely location and a warm welcome from the hosts. It was great to have the entire cottage to ourselves (a group of three). Bath was clean and we had the opportunity to use the washing machine for free.
Date: May/2019
Australia (Male, age 60-69)
4.75
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This accommodation was very special, I would love to go back and spend more time. The hosts Yukiko and Kazu were delightful and very helpful. Although food isn’t provided there, the trip to the local shop with Kazu to buy supplies worked very well.
Date: May/2019
Canada (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
A great stay with a beautiful view
This rental house was an amazing place to stay for our first night on the Kumano Kodo. Our hosts welcomed us warmly and were able to give us a ride for some groceries. The view from the main room is beautiful! Would love to come back for a longer stay sometime.
Date: May/2019
United States (Male, age 30-39)
4.75
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Probably the most beautiful experience on this trip. We hoped we could stay for a week.
Date: May/2019
United States (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
I loved this home!
Before I knew it was where I was staying, I stopped to take a picture of this place! It is really beautiful and located right on a mountainside with a panoramic view of more mountains. There isn’t much to do, but watching the sunset and taking a long bath was quite enough for me. The host is super sweet and gave me a nice tour, as well.
Date: Apr/2019
Finland (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
Simply amazing!
The questhouse was beautiful and clean, and the owner was so kind and lovely. The view over the mountains was dreamy and breathtaking, and overall the whole experience was the best possible start for our Kumano Kodo hike. Couldn't have hoped for a better place to stay. Extra grateful for the owner for taking us to the grocery store and even recommending some foods! Pure class!
Date: Apr/2019
Singapore (Female, age **)
4.50
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The host is very friendly and helpful in bringing us to the supermarket to buy our food stuff. He was also there to greet and walked us to his house. His house is really awesome!!
Date: Apr/2019
Sweden (Female, age 30-39)
4.50
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We had a lovely stay at Tenku-no-Satayama. The view is really stunning and we wished we could have stayed longer to enjoy the surroundings more. We got a warm welcome when we arrived and the house was very nice and clean. One of the most memorable stays from the three weeks we spent in Japan. Highly recommend to go!
Date: Apr/2019
United States (Female, age 60-69)
4.25
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No guest review.
Date: Mar/2019
United States (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
Very beautiful mountain retreat
Beautiful house and perfect stop along the way for those people hiking the kumano kodo. While there were no meals, the family drove us to the grocery store to stock up on food. Only two of us stayed here, but it would easily accommodate a large group
Date: Jan/2019
Australia (Male, age 60-69)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Jan/2019
Swaziland (Female, age 40-49)
4.75
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You get to experience Japanese style living as you have the whole house available. Gorgeous view at sunset. Host was friendly and helpful. Would be wondefull if food was provided.
Date: Dec/2018
New Zealand (Male, age 50-59)
5.00
Beautiful
Wonderful house with lots of character, amazing views and great location if you are walking the trail.
Date: Dec/2018
United Kingdom (Female, age **)
4.75
Beautiful self-catered mountain retreat
Lovely large house with beautiful views over the mountains. The owners were very welcoming and even drove us to the local supermarket to pick up food for our BBQ which they provided for us.
Date: Nov/2018
Hong Kong (Male, age **)
5.00
Great Sceneries and Nice Place to Stay in!
This place was the best place we have stayed in during our trip, even though it was clear from the booking that they do not provide meals. The couple who owns the place drove us to the nearby supermarket to get groceries for dinner / breakfast. We had the whole house to ourselves and we enjoyed watching the fog at the nearby mountains from the house.
Date: Aug/2018
Canada (Female, age 50-59)
4.67
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Incredible setting. You won't want to leave.
Date: Aug/2018
United States (Male, age **)
5.00
Wonderful Hosts, Peaceful Location
The manager and his wife were very kind, and the house was wonderful. A great way to start our trip, and probably our favorite lodging along the Kodo! If you are looking for a place to find peace and nature, this is it. We would rent this house for a whole week, we enjoyed it that much.
Date: Jul/2018
Australia (Male, age 50-59)
4.75
Amazing home!
It was our first night at the Kumano Kodo and we wish all our nights were like this one. Owners are the friendliest hosts you will ever have! Thank you again and again.
Date: Jul/2018
United States (Male, age **)
4.50
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No guest review.
Date: Jul/2018
United States (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
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Wow, I loved Takahara, such a beautiful place, I believe my hosts name was Yukiko and she did an awesome job and gave me a Hanshin Tigers jersey and a great breakfast. I felt like Takahara was a very special place.
Date: Jul/2018
Germany (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Very good
Our hosts have been very nice and helpful. The house is exceptionally beautiful, very big and perfectly clean. We were so impressed by the scenic view and the traditional Japanese interior. There was plenty of equipment for cooking, a washing machine and everything else we needed.
Date: Jun/2018
Portugal (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
Beautiful house, great views
What a fantastic place to stay! It was just the two of us in this large house and we loved every detail of it. Somehow we managed to miss the sign and were already up the hill again, but the nice owner of the cafe Keyaki called our host and she fetched us. The hosts were very helpful, including a trip to the supermarket and a kind of cherry-like fruit as a welcome gift.
Date: Jun/2018
Germany (Male, age 50-59)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Jun/2018
United States (Male, age **)
5.00
Amazingly Stunning
The house and the flow of this amazing house is quite stunning! The owners were warm and friendly, upon arrival they greeted us and took us to the store for food to prepare dinner and breakfast. The sights and sounds will take your breath and relax all your cares away. I recommend it.
Date: May/2018
United States (Female, age 70-79)
5.00
absolutely beautiful house!
We were stunned by how beautiful the house was and the views are spectacular. The hosts are lovely welcoming people.
Date: May/2018
Greece (Male, age 30-39)
4.75
Most beautiful guesthouse
One of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed - even in the pouring rain. Highly recommended.
Date: May/2018
Canada (Female, age 40-49)
4.50
A night in paradise
The view from this gorgeous house cannot be beat! My stay was so peaceful and pleasant, I only wish that I could have spent more than one night.
Date: May/2018
United States (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
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Lovely traditional Japanese house in a picturesque setting with fantastic view. Very comfortable accommodation and aesthetically pleasing details. Host was kind enough to drive us to the grocery store so we could get food to cook for dinner and breakfast the next day. The kitchen was well equipped. We were very happy and would have liked to stay longer.
Date: May/2018
Australia (Male, age 30-39)
4.50
Songful Rest
I slept surrounded by the call of crickets and frogs, and in the morning awoke to the same crickets and frogs and Uguisu Japanese Bush Warblers learning how to sing in the early spring.
Date: May/2018
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
4.75
Beautiful accommodation
Hosts were so welcoming - a beautiful location and a stunning and beautiful accommodation. We would definitely recommend this accommodation.
Date: Apr/2018
Germany (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Amazing place
The house is just fantastic. It is a dream come true to spend a night there.
Date: Apr/2018
United States (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Tenku-no-Satoyama - Best lodging of our trip
We had the whole house to ourselves and only used the japanese style room. The house has a great view of the valley and the hosts were very welcoming and helpful. As noted, they did not have food but we reserved ahead of time to eat at Kiri no Sato up the hill. Wish we would've brought friends as this place seemed like a great place to hangout for a couple days.
Date: Apr/2018
Guam (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
A WONDERFUL Option for a good nights sleep!
This location is NOT that far off the Kumano Kodo, just down the hill a bit on the left, and the view is AMAZING! The owners are super nice, and live next door. They drove us into town to pick up supplies to make a dinner/breakfast because they don't do meals here which is the only drawback. But, the location is perfect. We loved the delightful dining area with heated leg warmer under the table. There is a washer (but no dryer) but there are floor heaters to dry off damp clothing. All around this was a great night. Note: we traveled with 2 adults and 2 children (12 and 10 years old) and this placed worked out great for offering some private time as there are several rooms in this large house.
Date: Apr/2018
Australia (Male, age 50-59)
4.75
the best
The location, house and owners were all fantastic!
Date: Apr/2018
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Beautiful Stay at this Mountain Retreat
I cannot recommend this accommodation enough. The beautiful traditional looking house has a gorgeous outlook over the valley, it is quiet and relaxing. the owners could not have been nicer or more welcoming and drove us to the nearby supermarket to buy food. The supermarket has ready made delicious Japanese meals, so it is very convenient.
Date: Apr/2018
Netherlands (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Nice place to stay during Kumado Kodo Pilgrimage
This is a very nice and clean house with a beautiful view. The host was very friendly en helpful. Highly recommend this place.
Date: Apr/2018
Australia (Female, age 20-29)
4.75
Perfect start to our Kumano Kodo hike
We enjoyed every minute of our stay at Takahara Rental House. Very welcoming hosts, beautiful house with lovely flower arrangements and great facilities. Our host even drove us to the supermarket to buy dinner and breakfast items. Would highly recommend a stay here for some tranquility and peace.
Date: Dec/2017
Australia (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
An exquisite guesthouse, with an unsurpassable views.
Couldn't believe our luck booking this gorgeous, spacious guesthouse. We were welcomed with fresh fruit and a ride down to the local coop to pick up groceries for our dinner and breakfast. We were so lucky that the owners spoke such excellent English, and were very friendly and helpful.
Date: Nov/2017
Australia (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Very nice place all to yourself.
The accommodation and view was very nice and located near the main route. The host drove us to the grocery store to buy food. The kitchen is well equipped if you want to cook.
Date: Nov/2017
Germany (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Nov/2017
Taiwan (Male, age **)
4.25
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No guest review.
Date: Nov/2017
United States (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
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We loved this home and hated to leave
Date: Nov/2017
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
Beautiful house
We were warmly greeted by our host and the house was more than what we had hoped. How lucky were we to wake to the mist overlooking the mountains. We had our meals at the nearby Organic Lodge where our friends were staying. However, this house would also be great for a group of friends or family who wanted to self cater
Date: Nov/2017
Singapore (Male, age 30-39)
4.50
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No guest review.
Date: Nov/2017
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
Tenku-no-Satoyama
What a beautiful home. Very clean and comfortable and not far from the Kumano Kodo. We didn't want to leave.
Date: Oct/2017
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
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We were made to feel at home and this retreat was a highlight. Wish could have stayed another night.
Date: Oct/2017
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Lovely house overlooking mountains, very spacious and beautifully furnished
Our hosts were so nice and welcoming, took pictures of us on arrival after a steep climb up the hill from takjiri. The house is amazing sits on the hill overlooking mountains, could have stayed here all week. No meals provided but our host kindly drove us down the hill to supermarket and was very helpful with suggestions of types of Japanese food to buy for dinner. We were able to wash and dry our clothes overnight. The futons were very thick and comfortable, the best of all our accomodation during our 5 day walk. It is such a nice peaceful place. Wish we could have stopped for longer.
Date: Sep/2017
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Wonderful
The house is just beautiful and the owner very obliging. Highly recommended,
Date: Sep/2017
Italy (Female, age **)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Aug/2017
Spain (Male, age 30-39)
4.50
A good place to rest after starting Kumano Kodo
Tenku no Satoyama is a complete house for the guests. None a hostel, none a minshuku. The house is amazing, and the facilities are awesome. The responsible of the house was also very kind and her son got us to the supermarket to buy some food. Although all this is very nice, there a couple of things that could be improved. First, the location of the house and the absence of indicators around the little village. We've got to ask to some neighbours to find the house. Second, a meal included it is imperative in the Kumano Kodo. All the minshuku where we stayed had included dinner, breakfast and lunch. Tenku no Satoyama doesn't include anything. Yes, the house it's amazing, but if I repeat the Kumano Kodo I would probably stay in another Takahara facility. You can go to a near supermarket, but once you're walking is not a good option.
Date: Aug/2017
Spain (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Great House
It's a great house if you want to know the Japanese style. And also the owners are very friendly.
Date: Aug/2017
Canada (Male, age 20-29)
4.75
Beautiful Home, Excellent Hosts
The home is beautiful and very well maintained. The view from the living room area is outstanding. The highlight however was the incredibly warm and welcoming hosts. I felt very lucky to have been driven to the grocery store, which is quite a distance away by foot. Thank you for everything!
Date: Aug/2017
United States (Female, age 40-49)
4.50
Wish I could have stayed longer...
This lovely mountain home was spacious and had the most amazing views. I would have loved to stay here a week longer and bring my family to enjoy the beautiful views of the valley.
Date: Jul/2017
Indonesia (Female, age 40-49)
4.75
Beautiful view
The owners were kind and welcoming- the owner took us shopping for supper ( Store had a good selection) the house was lovely, spacious, traditional Japanese style with a beautiful view . Wished we could have stayed longer!
Date: Jul/2017
United States (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Beautiful views of misty mountains!
One of the most beautiful places we have ever seen! The guest house was lovely, and our hosts were thoughtful, personable, and fun!
Date: Jul/2017
Japan (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Wonderful place to stay
After a short but intense hike from Takajiri we were delighted to find this amazing accommodation waiting for us. A large, spacious, traditional farmhouse with incredible views. I just lay down flat on the tatami and fell asleep listening to frogs and birds! Also we were very grateful for the lift to the supermarket. Thank you very much!
Date: Jun/2017
United States (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Takahara Rental House
Takahara Rental House and the hosts were fantastic! I was greeted fresh from the trail, shown the beautiful accommodations, and taken to town for groceries. The views are phenomenal! Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful guest home and your hospitality!
Date: Jun/2017
United Kingdom (Female, age 40-49)
4.75
Idyllic accommodation
An amazing place to stay. Beautiful views, spacious, comfortable and well equipped accommodation. A warm welcome on arrival and fond farewell on leaving. He gave us a lift to the supermarket and nothing was too much trouble. Lovely hosts. Cannot praise it enough.
Date: May/2017
Germany (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
Beautiful Mountain Retreat
A beautiful place to stay: a great house, a fantastic view, very friendly hosts and the fact that no meals are offered turned out to be no problem at all: the owners drove me to a supermarket to get some food.
Date: Apr/2017
Malaysia (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
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We had a wonderful stay At Tenku-no-Satoyama, and only wished we could have stayed longer! Our hosts were very welcoming, drove us to the nearest supermarket to get food supplies and even helped us make our choices there. The house was beautiful with magnificent views, and well equipped with everything that we needed for the night.
Date: Apr/2017
Belgium (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Apr/2017
United Kingdom (Female, age 40-49)
4.75
Superb place lovely hosts
It was so lovely here. The owners were very friendly and accommodating even though we arrived early. I was able to go to the supermarket with the host which was very kind of her and we had a good chat! The house is lovely and full of charm. In the evening we went to the Kiri-no-Sato for a meal and it was wonderful - our first full Japanese meal which the owners explaning course by course to us. The Futons were very comfy but the beds less so!
Date: Apr/2017
Germany (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
Very friendly, wonderful house
It was a really nice stay, very hospitable!
Date: Apr/2017
Malaysia (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
Awesome view and stay!
Love the panaromic view. The owners were really nice and freindly.
Date: Mar/2017
United States (Male, age 50-59)
4.50
beautiful house
The house was exquisite. My wife and I booked into this place of 4 bedroom but we enjoyed the whole house. Even though no meal is provided, it was definitely a good place to enjoy. We enjoyed the cup noodles dinner so much in this beautiful house.
Date: Mar/2017
France (Male, age 40-49)
4.75
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No guest review.
Date: Feb/2017
Australia (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
One of the most romantic places we have ever stayed
An absolutely gorgeous house, in traditional Japanese style, with beautiful views, all just to ourselves!! And it is very big. It was our 10-year anniversary holiday and it definitely felt like the perfect romantic gateway. We didn't expect it would be so pretty. Our hosts were most helpful and kind. We arrived on a very cold winter day so they brought us lots of wood to warm up the dining room. We could watch the snow falling on the mountains. It was perfect. It's easier if you bring your own food as there isn't much around. But who wouldn't? With such a gorgeous retreat, it's much more enjoyable to eat in, make the most of the beautiful house, the beautiful view and relax. Isolation is the whole appeal. The retreat would easily accommodate a family and it would have been lovely to stay for more than just one night.
Date: Feb/2017
United States (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Awesome
Great place, fantastic hosts, got all the food I wanted at the supermarket.
Date: Jan/2017
United States (Male, age 60-69)
5.00
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Excellent on all accounts!! A joy to stay at this ryokan. The owners are very gracious and helpful.
Date: Dec/2016
Singapore (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Great Hospitality
Service rendered was impeccable. The landlady was very kind to pick us up when we needed an early ride up from Tajikiri, even though we had not arranged it in advance. She also gave us some rice to cook for dinner and mandarins to go with it! (we were very unprepared for what to buy at the grocery store) On the second day, upon checking out, she even fetched us to the bus stop as it was raining. We are very grateful for the immense kindness shown to us and would recommend this lodge to anyone craving a quiet mountain retreat.
Date: Dec/2016
Australia (Female, age **)
4.75
The views are to die for!
These hosts were amazing! There was no supper or breakfast included but they made sure to take us to the supermarket, and help us select foods. The house was beautiful and a wonderful start to our pilgrimage. The views are phenomenal.
Date: Dec/2016
Malaysia (Male, age 30-39)
4.25
A lovely retreat in the mountains
We did a 2-week trip around Japan and stayed in various types of accommodation, but this was one of our favourites. It was lovely to have the whole house to ourselves, which was pretty spacious. Lovely views! And the owner was very kind and hospitable.
Date: Nov/2016
Canada (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
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We will return. We had a friendly welcome and the house was beautiful. The view is outstanding.
Date: Nov/2016
Japan (Female, age 60-69)
5.00
Everything was perfect
We had a wonderful time staying at Tenku-no-satoyama. Beautiful house, extraordinary view. Yukiko-san went shopping for groceries with us after our arrival. Perfect!
Date: Nov/2016
Netherlands (Female, age 30-39)
4.75
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Beautiful house, stunning views. Friendly staff, willing to take you to supermarket to get some food. Well equipped kitchen.
Date: Nov/2016
Japan (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
One of the nicest traditional styled lodgings and scenic locations
We really loved the views overlooking the valley. It is a place away from the main town, but thanks to the kind owners who drove us to the neighbouring town, it was not an issue. The accommodation was very clean and a lovely house to stay in. We felt very much at home here. Many thanks to the owners for their kind hospitality!
Date: Oct/2016
Australia (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Such an amazing location.
The view and the hosts of this place were great. Showed us how to cook maron(chestnuts) on the bbq they set up for us and showed us photos and told us calls of some of the wildlife in the area. Both sunset and sunrise from the house were breathtaking and didn't even have to get out of bed.
Date: Oct/2016
Spain (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Oct/2016
Australia (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Beautiful Mountain Retreat
This was our stop for the first night of our trek, and what a treat it was. We were warmly welcomed by our hosts and shown around this beautiful clean home with spectacular views. There was plenty of room for all six of us. We had opted for the self catering option and were kindly driven into town by our host to the local supermarket where there was a great selection of foods. Note to travelers! It is worth making sure you know exactly where you are staying as the village was quite big and there were not many people round to ask directions! Great value for money.
Date: Aug/2016
Spain (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Fantastic!
The house is wonderful and huge and in a lovely place. The hosts are very kind and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay there and we recommend it to anyone staying in takahara.
Date: Aug/2016
Netherlands (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
Amazing house and view!
The house is really beautiful, with all the wood, tatami floors, paper sliding doors and particularly the view over the mountains. Such a nice place to be and simply enjoy. We spend such as nice evening with a glass of wine and just watching the sunset. Our hostst were very to kind to drive us to the supermarket. Can really recommend.
Date: Jul/2016
United States (Male, age 30-39)
4.75
So Friendly!
The owners were so friendly. The drove us to shop for groceries and even helped us select good food!
Date: Jul/2016
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
5.00
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Stunning place to rest after our first night on Kumano Kodo trail.
Date: Jul/2016
United States (Male, age 50-59)
4.80
Awesome private retreat!
Kazu-San and Yukiko-San were awesome! They even prepared dinner for us when we were late, eventhough they did not have to. The apartment was lovely and the view was breathtaking! Awesome!!
Date: Jun/2016
Australia (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Wonderful
Simply stunning, the place one never wants to leave
Date: Jun/2016
United States (Male, age 30-39)
4.75
Beautiful rental house
First, a note on the booking: I found booking this place confusing, both because the actual price was higher than the website estimate, and because I didn't realize this is an entire rental house, not just a room. That said, the house is spacious and beautiful, with a gorgeous view, and very reasonably priced for what you get. The owners are extremely nice, and provided a ride to the grocery store, where I bought some bento boxes for my meals. Would definitely recommend the place.
Date: Jun/2016
Netherlands (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
breathtaking view, beautiful spacious Japanese-style house to fall in love with
No guest review.
Date: Jun/2016
Canada (Male, age 60-69)
4.75
House with a View
Beautiful house high up in the mountain with an excellent view / sunset. I was welcomed by the owner and the manager drove me to / from the co-op grocery store in the village. Very impressive with the welcome and the accommodations.
Date: Jun/2016
Australia (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
A favourite
tenku-no-satoyama was breathtakingly beautiful and a lovely place to stay. Its traditional Japanese style house with full kitchen facilities, privacy and wonderful hosts. I wish I could have stayed here longer. As I had not requested meals due to dietary requirements my host drove me to a local supermarket when I arrived and helped me to buy food that was safe for me to eat. It was the highlight of my Japan trip. Thank you so much, I love this house!!
Date: Jun/2016
United Kingdom (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
stunning house, superb views!
The ryokan is absolutely stunning and the welcome and service from the owners superb. We were alone in the house and thoroughly enjoyed a night in, looking out at the magnificent view in the absolute quiet of the mountain. Highly recommended!
Date: Jun/2016
United Kingdom (Male, age 40-49)
4.75
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No guest review.
Date: May/2016
Chile (Female, age **)
5.00
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Much better than expected! A full house for yourself with all the facilities, including laundry machine and soap. The owners are so friendly and drove us to the supermarket. The Japanese futons were so comfy, and the views from the living room and garden outstanding. Be early and leave late to fully enjoy the location! Kitchen utensils, dishes, etc, outstanding, and includes coffee and tea. Highly recommended!
Date: May/2016
Netherlands (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: May/2016
Netherlands (Female, age 30-39)
3.00
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Too expensive for a solo traveller (10.000 yen with no meals included and the cottage was nice but not special - compared to 9000 yen elsewhere that included three meals), but I had no other choice.
Date: May/2016
United States (Male, age 60-69)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: May/2016
United States (Female, age 30-39)
4.60
excellent
a beautiful home and very welcoming owners. We loved this rental home. Meals were not included, but the owner took us grocery shopping and we used the lovely kitchen to prepare our food. this was one of the highlights of our trip.
Date: Jan/2016
Canada (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
Charming quiet place
This accommodation was the one we prefer in term of localisation. The hosts were perfect and kind. We highly recommend this place ! Merci !
Date: Jan/2016
United States (Female, age **)
5.00
Wonderful stay, beautiful house
My little group of two had the house to ourselves, so there was plenty of room. The house is fantastic - beautiful, overlooking an incredible view of the mountains, in a tiny, off-the-beaten track town. The owner was welcoming and helpful in driving us to the grocery store. Highly recommended.
Date: Dec/2015
France (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Scenic and nice people
Host was extremely nice and the place was great. Best stay we had
Date: Dec/2015
Singapore (Male, age 30-39)
4.50
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No food on site but we were taken to the nearest supermarket for a japanese shopping experience
Date: Dec/2015
Australia (Male, age 50-59)
5.00
Beatiful location
Tenku-no-Satoyama is a lovely old-styled guesthouse in wonderful surroundigs. Seeing the mountains appearing out of the mists in the morning was particularly enjoyable.Our hosts were kind and accommodating - we had left it too late to walk up to the guesthouse, so we were picked up by our host in his car and made to feel very welcome.
Date: Dec/2015
Singapore (Male, age 30-39)
4.00
Welcoming owners
A location with a superb view. It was a traditional Japanese house and I had it all by myself. The place was very clean and tidy. The owners, Kazu-san and Yukiko-san are both very friendly. Their English are not very good but they tried their best to make me feel comfortable and at home.
Date: Oct/2015
United Kingdom (Female, age **)
5.00
A peaceful elegant house with beautiful views
We wish we could have stayed longer. The house is so lovely with Japanese design. Thank you for taking us shopping
Date: Oct/2015
Netherlands (Female, age 50-59)
1.25
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No guest review.
Date: Sep/2015
Malaysia (Female, age 30-39)
4.75
Friendly hosts and great views
We had a great time in the mountain retreat. The owners were very friendly and helpfull. They even picked us up from the busstation and drove past the grocery shop for us. The guesthouse was lovely. Great views and a nice rural set up. Very relaxing. We would have liked to stayed longer.
Date: Sep/2015
United Kingdom (Male, age 30-39)
4.75
Thank you.
Lovely hosts, lovely place. Incredible location.
Date: Sep/2015
Germany (Female, age 20-29)
4.75
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No guest review.
Date: Aug/2015
China (Male, age 20-29)
5.00
Enjoy the view!
The owner and his wife are excellent people and we could not have enjoyed our stay more. They were really helpful and caring. Try to see the sunset and morning, when the fog rises from the forests. We did not see anything like it again on Kumano Kodo.
Date: Aug/2015
United Kingdom (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Jul/2015
France (Male, age 60-69)
4.75
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Excellent
Date: Jul/2015
Australia (Female, age 20-29)
4.60
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Extremely hospitable, the host came to meet us as we came off the path from the walk, and brought us to the house in his car. He was waiting for us as it had become dark by then, it was evening. He was very helpful in the morning, taking photos for us - and also recommending we eat our dinner & breakfast at the lodge; the dinner at the lodge was THE BEST meal we had in Japan. A beautiful house.
Date: Jun/2015
Canada (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
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Incredible lodging, no the lady managing took me in her own car to shop, as they do not provide dinner. A perfect place and extremely affordable
Date: Jun/2015
Netherlands (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Very beautiful location & house.
Very warm welcome and beautiful house and location! I would have preferred a location where meals were included but the fact that we were driven to the nearby grocery store was a very nice gesture.
Date: May/2015
France (Male, age 60-69)
5.00
our guest very wellcoming and Kindfull
Mr take us i his car to go the supermarket, because we didn't have foods for the diner.
Date: May/2015
United Kingdom (Male, age **)
5.00
Perfect place to stay
All good, the hosts were very nice and friendly. They have even offered to take us to local shop so we can get some food for BBQ. Please pass my regards to them and they were very kind and nice people.
Date: May/2015
Switzerland (Male, age 40-49)
4.33
What a view !
A whole house all by ourselves , with a spectacular wiew and charming owners. Perfectly located after a trip through the forest.
Date: Apr/2015
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
4.67
Accommodation rating
The retreat is very spacious and comfortable in beautiful surrounding. Good for family to stay. Owner is kind and helpful, willing to give lift to supermarket and bus stop which we much appreciated.
Date: Apr/2015
Australia (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Fabulous house with fabulous views
Great house with individual spaces for all 5 of us. Traditional hearth and tatami rooms. There is a central kotatsu table (low, wooden table covered by a heavy blanket with underneath heat source overlooking the great view of the mountains. There is also a normal height kitchen table with chairs if you have trouble sitting on the floor. Yukiko-san gave us a lovely reception and took us shopping at the local A-Coop supermarket and gave us rice to cook. Lovely kitchen set-up with rice cooker, electric stove, toaster/oven and microwave. She also gave us presents of sweet mandarins and the next day mochi cakes to take on our walk! Best sleep after the uphill walk for the 1st day of our walk. No signpost to the house but if you get a local map from the tourist information centre from KiiTanabe before catching the bus to Takajiri and walking to Takahara, it is easy to find. I also looked at the house images on the internet too!
Date: Apr/2015
Singapore (Female, age 30-39)
4.00
Beautiful stylish home with panoramic views
No meals, but I arrived and was lucky to be the only guest in the 3 bedroom house. Spectacular views of the valley and so beautifully decorated, I felt it looked like a magazine. Thank you for such a beautiful place.
Date: Mar/2015
Japan (Male, age 20-29)
4.00
Fantastic view of the mountains
Mrs Oku was very welcoming and the cosy, warm rooms were a relief after a wet (but short) day of climbing. She also found out that we had no breakfast the next morning so she offered us rice, cabbage, ham, and home-pickled ume to make onigiris with. We had the entire rental house to ourselves during the stay, and I wish we had longer because the views of the nearby mountains were gorgeous. Reading in a heated room with huge glass windows overlooking the valley would be truly amazing.
Date: Mar/2015
China (Female, age 40-49)
4.75
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the owners were extremely helpful and friendly- the accmmodation is traditional style and beatuifully maintained. The owners kept it warm given the cold weather- it was spacious, clean, with full kitchen facilities. The owners also rpovided transportation to teh local shop given no meal plan accompanied the facility. We were delighted with the place.
Date: Feb/2015
Australia (Male, age 30-39)
4.00
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A little hard to find but eventually found the guest-house. Owner was very helpful and nice and drove us to the Grocery store.
Date: Dec/2014
Singapore (Female, age 30-39)
4.25
Super Nice Stay
We really love the stay at Tenku-no-Satoyama. In fact this is the best throughout all my stay in Japan. Although no meal provided but we were able to cook our own meal using the facilities provided in the kitchen. The owners are friendly and helpful. They tried to understand us despite we had communication problem. Highly recommend to stay here.
Date: Dec/2014
Australia (Female, age 30-39)
5.00
MAGICAL view!
This was the highlight of our Kumano Kodo trip! The view was amazing in the afternoon with what looked like endless layers of mountains after mountains in the distance. Then there was low hanging fog/cloud between the layers in the mountains in the morning and it was just magical! The hosts were absolutely lovely and the beautiful house is equipped with everything you need even in the kitchen. He drove us to the local supermarket where we bought delicious local grown veggies (never had such beautiful and large shiitake mushrooms, tomatoes and the tastiest mandarines!) and we cooked our own meals. The host even dropped by to share some of their beautifully home cooked dinner with us too!!
Date: Nov/2014
Canada (Female, age **)
4.75
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No guest review.
Date: Nov/2014
Switzerland (Male, age 40-49)
4.50
Spacious accomodation
Very friendly owner who provided us a shuttle to the local super market as there were no meals provided. The room (or rather the rooms) were super spacious and there was even a whole kitchen we could use.
Date: Nov/2014
Belgium (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: Oct/2014
United States (Female, age **)
4.50
A beautiful retreat
This beautiful home on the mountainside was a delight for us all. We were met by Mr. Oku who was extremely congenial; he made us feel immediately at home and took us to the local store to buy ingredients for dinner. Mrs. Oku couldn't have been more helpful showing us the kitchen and even offering to cook the food for us. We were thrilled by the authenticity of the house and location and it was a wonderful experience made even more memorable by the kindness of the hosts.
Date: Oct/2014
Japan (Male, age 20-29)
4.00
Tenku-no-Satoyama
Friendly couple owned this spectacular house overlooking the mountains. Wife drove us to supermarket. Kitchen was well equipped. Rooms were spacious.
Date: Oct/2014
Australia (Female, age 20-29)
5.00
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Beautiful house in a beautiful location. A little hard to find as there is no sign out the front.
Date: Aug/2014
Spain (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Very recommendable!
Beautiful house and location. Very friendly and helpful owner. Splendid accomodation.
Date: Jul/2014
Canada (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
Unforgettable place
We were absolutely thrilled with this place. The house was huge, beautifully maintained and had all the amenities we could ask for. The location and view were spectacular. The owner Yukiko was friendly, helpful and helped make our stay a memorable one. The lack of meals was not an issue as she drove us into town to get groceries and provided a bag of rice. The kitchen was also fully equipped. Definitely one of the highlights of the trek.
Date: Jun/2014
Singapore (Male, age **)
4.50
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They provided food for me even though they didn't need to. Nice people
Date: May/2014
Netherlands (Male, age **)
4.75
'What a view!', indeed!
Warm welcome and an amazing location. It is a whole house to yourself - if you can do without the meal plan this is the place to stay! You have a full kitchen at your disposal and the owner will offer to drive you down to the local supermarket to get your supplies. Very kind people! The bed however are very thin and a little uncomfortable (the house offers both Japanese style and Western style beds), also the bedrooms do not have curtains,... but you will be getting up early for the hike anyway. ;)
Date: May/2014
Australia (Male, age 40-49)
5.00
Emolin's Family from Australia
Absolutely fantastic and fabulous! We all loved it. We stayed all family with 3 children and enjoyed so much. Host took us to local store and we had our own supper. Amazing place and people and location.
Date: May/2014
France (Male, age 30-39)
5.00
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No guest review.
Date: May/2014
Germany (Female, age 50-59)
4.50
Wonderfull
wonderfull located and a very beautifull house with mountain view and garden, very warm welcome
Date: Apr/2014
United Kingdom (Female, age 20-29)
4.25
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The views from this place are amazing!! really spacious accommodation and lovely owners, we didnt have any meals there but instead cooked ourselves as the facilities were so good! would definitely stay again!
Date: Apr/2014
Australia (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Lovely retreat in the mountains
Beautiful house in a magnificent location with super friendly hosts. No meals are provided but we just walked up the hill to the Lodge for dinner and breakfast so it wasn't an issue at all. You just need to make sure you make a booking at the Lodge. My only regret is that I didn't go up to the Lodge to use the onsen when our hosts suggested this. At the time I was more than happy to soak up the magnificent view at the house.
Date: Dec/2013
Japan (Male, age 40-49)
3.75
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Beautiful house - which you get all to yourself - with a beautiful view, and very friendly owner who lives next door. If you don't want to cook for yourselves the lodge just up the road does a good dinner and breakfast.
Date: Aug/2013
France (Male, age 50-59)
5.00
a marvellous stay
C'etait un sejour merveilleux. Il y avait une vue a couper le souffle sur les montagnes, le chalet etait d'un design tres sophistique et en meme temps traditionnel, l'accueil des proprietaires tres chaleureux. Je remercie les hotes.
Date: Aug/2013
Netherlands (Female, age 40-49)
5.00
Gorgeous mountain retreat with best view!
We loved the mountain retreat! it is a beautifull open house with all comfort you can wish for! The view is amazing and the location is perfect. The most memorable of our time at the mountain retreat was the warm welcome and the contact with the owners. Their help was great and we loved talking to them and hearing their stories! thank you very much for a great time and we aim to come back again.
Date: Dec/2012
Japan (Male, age 30-39)
4.00
Tenku-no-Satoyama
Doing the walk alone, I would have preferred to stay at Kiri-no-sato to see more people and not having to cook my evening meal! That being said, the Tenku-no-Satoyama is really very confortable and extremely well-equipped and the owners were really very attentive and friendly. ""Grand-papa"" gave me a tour of the village and presented me to some of the neighbours, and his wife could not resist sharing some of their dinner dishes in the evening. As for the general location, I felt that Takahara was probably a bit too close from Takijiri-Oji (I arrived there in the early afternoon, having taken a cab from the airport to avoid the long wait for the bus) but at the same time it would have been too much to walk all the way to Nonaka on the same day.
Price Plan(s)
Guestrooms
| Western Style | Yes |
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| Japanese Style | Yes |
| Mixed Style | No |
| Other Style | No |
| Number of Rooms | 2 |
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| Maximum Guests | 8 |
| Facilities |
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| Amenities |
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Baths
| Shared Indoor | No |
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| Shared Outdoor | No |
| Shared Sauna | No |
| Privately Reserved | No |
| Ensuite Indoor | Yes |
| Ensuite Outdoor | No |
Meals
| Supper |
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| Japanese style 17:00-20:00 |
| Breakfast |
| Bacon and eggs are available for breakfast in the refrigerator. Please feel free to cook them yourself. Bread will also be prepared (breakfast toast, rolls, or the like). |
● Kitchen available.
● Kitchen with Basic Utensils: Refrigerator, Micro wave, Toaster, Pot, Crock, Frying pan, Cutting board, Knife, Bowl, Chopsticks and Plates.
- Meal Options
: Possible : Not Possible
Vegetarian 
No Meat
No Fish
No Seafood (other than fish)
No Dashi fish stock
No Dairy
No EggsGluten Free With Miso & Soy Sauce
No Miso & Soy Sauce (Celiac or Intolerant)
Allergies Possible
Others No Raw Fish/Seafood
No Pork
No Red Meat (beef or pork)
No Shellfish
Vegetarianism and gluten free foods are not common in the Japanese countryside. Please double-check the meal options that are possible with each service provider to make sure that it meets your needs.
FISH STOCK: Often being able to eat trace amounts of the ubiquitous Katsuo Dashi (fish stock) makes it easier to find vegetarian options.
GLUTEN: For those who are not intorelant to gluten or Celiac then choosing Gluten Free "With Miso and Soy Sauce" will increase your options.
NOTE: It is difficult and not culturally sensitive to change meal requests, or make new meal demands, onsite when you arrive at accommodations. Meal options must be confirmed during the reservation process and respected during your visit.
Facilities & Services
- Internet
- Free Wi-Fi (Guestroom)
- Credit Card
- Not accepted
- Traveler's Cheques
- Not accepted
- Language
- Very basic English
- Services
- Luggage storage
- Notes
- ● Free use of Laundry and washing detergent● The water is 100 % natural and clear spring water comes from the mountain. Sometime it becomes cloudy with heavy rains. Thank you for your understanding.
● Wood-burning stoves and hearth are not available.
Access
- Access Information
- Busses run daily to Kurisugawa from Kii-Tanabe Station and Hongu.
● ~40 minutes by bus from Kii-Tanabe Station to Kurisugawa (bus timetable 1).
● ~1 hour 10 minutes by bus from Hongu to Kurisugawa (bus timetable 2).
● ~30 minute walk from "Kurisugawa栗栖川" bus stop.
● ~2 hour walk from Takijiri-oji on the Kumano Kodo. Route guide >>
More bus timetables >>
Takahara
Kumano Kodo Takijiri-oji~Takahara Map
- Shuttle Service
Available from Kurisugawa bus stop. (Depends on schedule of owner and may not be available in some situations)
Please write in the comments box if needed and exact time.
- Parking
Up to 5 vehicles.
Sorry, "Reservation Requests" are not available at this time.
Set booking times: 7:00–9:30 and 19:00–22:00 daily, Japan Standard Time.
Please check this Article for more information.