Nagomi Yado Anju-an

Despite the rainy weather reminiscent of the rainy season, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in the Moonlight observation room. The accommodation is located on a hill, offering stunning views of the Shimanto River and surrounding mountains. The onsen had a slightly thick texture, which made for an excellent bathing experience. For meals, I chose traditional local cuisine served as "sawachi ryori" (a type of platter dish). This time, instead of a large shared platter, it was served in individual portions on small plates. Overall, this was an excellent accommodation. However, please note that it is located at the end of a narrow mountain road—drive carefully! While it may appear to be just five minutes from convenience stores or town areas on maps, being situated atop a mountain means it's pitch dark and quite dangerous at night. If you plan to bring items like alcohol or tobacco (the smoking area is outside), I recommend purchasing them before checking in.One more thing—the provided samue (traditional Japanese workwear) was made from incredibly comfortable fabric and felt amazing to wear! (If they were selling them, I would have definitely bought one—it was that comfortable!) Having stayed at several accommodations near Shimanto River before, I can confidently recommend this place. Lastly, thank you very much to all the staff for your hospitality!

I felt uneasy driving up the narrow steep slope, but upon arrival, I felt a sense of nostalgia. We encountered a trouble with a power outage in Shikoku, but I am grateful for the thoughtfulness of the busy staff. I was able to bathe safely and was soothed by the thick, smooth water. This is a property I would like to visit again someday.