Takachiho Hanare no Yado Kamikakure

We stayed for one night on a family trip. As we walked up the approach, we felt warmly welcomed by the shimenawa rope at the entrance—said to reflect a faith of living with the gods throughout the year—and by the kind greeting in a gentle local accent. Inside, the lobby was spotless, and all staff greeted us pleasantly. When we asked about watching the evening kagura dance at check-in, they immediately looked into it for us.The Room was thoughtfully prepared for comfort, and we were able to enjoy a relaxing, luxurious time with the open-air bath, sauna, water dispenser, and drinks such as Oronamin C and Pocari Sweat.Dinner was presented in a picture-story style, which helped us learn about Takachiho’s various customs and traditions as well as the ingredients used in the meal—satisfying both mind and heart. Although we had asked about evening kagura at check-in, after dinner they had already prepared flashlights, cushions for each of us to sit on, and even snacks to enjoy along the way. Their attentiveness was wonderful and made us truly happy.At checkout as well, after seeing us off with flint stones struck together for good luck, they kindly took photos for us too. Along with Takachiho’s beautiful scenery, our comfortable time here with family—and all our smiles—became unforgettable memories. My father and mother were both very pleased. We would love to stay again. Thank you for such a wonderful time.

Despite being close to Takachiho's tourist spots, it was a quiet and relaxing accommodation. We arrived a bit early and were kindly guided to Takachiho Shrine upon asking for recommendations. The Akane-gumo room had plenty of space, even with luggage for two people, and we could relax on the sofa. The private bath was deep and excellent. We enjoyed it multiple times during our stay. The meals were plentiful and enjoyable, with each dish incorporating stories of Takachiho, making the experience delightful. The breakfast also featured locally sourced ingredients that were incredibly delicious. The staff members were efficient and attentive, which we found wonderful.