Rating & Reviews : Chikatsuyu Cherry Garden “Sakura-no-Sono”

Accommodation

Guestroom

(4.9 / 5)

Baths

(4.7 / 5)

Meals

(4.9 / 5)

Location

(4.9 / 5)

Reception & Service

(5 / 5)

Results: 135 View Reviews

Date: Jun/2026

Australia (Female, age 50-59)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Excellent stay and hosts

Staying in Chikatsuyu Cherry Garden was a highlight of my trip. The accommodation was very comfortable and you couldn’t ask for a better location as it was right on the trail. The hosts were excellent and very kind. I would stay here again for the hospitality and beautiful dinner. The breakfast (western style) and bento lunch were the best on the trip. Arigato gozaimasu te.

Date: Jun/2026

United States (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Welcoming and Comfortable Guesthouse

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Chikatsuyu Cherry Garden “Sakura-no-Sono”. The guesthouse and food was wonderful and the host were so welcominging. The town of Chikatsuyu is also a great little town to walk. We would reccommend staying here!!

Date: May/2026

China (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

A Hidden Gem After a Long Day on the Trail

Shin's homestay is simply stunning — a beautiful blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and Western décor that looks especially magical in the morning light. The space is spotlessly clean and incredibly comfortable, with everything you could need: air conditioning, a washing machine, a massage chair, and full bath amenities. Nothing was missing. But what truly sets this place apart is the food. Shin and his wife prepared three meals that honestly rivaled the dining experience at a full-board onsen ryokan — an impressive feat for a homestay. And beyond the food, they are just genuinely warm, helpful people who make you feel completely at home. After an exhausting day of hiking, walking through the door here felt like pure luxury. Highly recommend.

Date: Mar/2026

Netherlands (Female, age 60-69)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

excellent service and food

Service and food were excellent. The owners were very kind and we were able to check-in at arrival (13.30). I would strongly recommended this accomodation.

Date: Feb/2026

Australia (Female, age **)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Would give 6 stars if we could!

Shin and his wife made us very welcome. The 'Annexe' is actually a stand alone delightful, modern Japanese house. Charmingly decorated, warm and cosy. Shin clearly delights in cooking for guests and his meals were a highlight of our trip. The house is also very easy to find if walking the Kodo from Tenabe.

Date: Feb/2026

Taiwan (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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Date: Dec/2025

United States (Female, age **)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Amazing hospitality!

This house is one-party per night type of accommodation, so since I was by myself, I had the entire property to myself, truly a luxury! The place is so cozy, filled with memorabilia from the host's travels. They received me so warmly and gave me such good meals (the best bento on all of my kodo days!) They spent so much time calling people to figure out bus schedules for me the next day, truly the best hospitality I've ever experienced.

Date: Aug/2025

Sweden (Male, age 20-29)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Wonderful place

A beautiful guesthouse with very nice hosts. The dinner was especially amazing - so many delicious little dishes!

Date: Jul/2025

United States (Male, age 50-59)

Overall:

4.60

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 5, Meals 4, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Magical stay at Cherry Garden

We were warmly welcomed after a long day of hiking from Takijiri, and enjoyed a cold beverage on the roof deck overlooking town while dinner was being prepared. The hosts could not have been nicer, and the location proximate to Chikatsuyu was a bonus. Thank you for having us and we would love to come back again!

Date: Jun/2025

Germany (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Annex | Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

The best place to stay

The family is very warmhearted and friendly. The guesthouse is beautfull. We love to stay here again.

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