Places to stay near Higashikogyo-mae Station

The openness of the former cafe is charming! Easy access to all prefectures in Shikoku. A renovated inn where you can luxuriate in nature

Welcome to Pochirido, a private villa that means "beautiful furniture" in the Kochi dialect. This building, which was originally a cafe, has been renovated into an inn, and has an open space unique to a cafe. Please relax your mind and body under the stars and enjoy a peaceful retreat. There are insects because it is a house surrounded by nature, but you can enjoy a moment in nature to your heart's content. This area is also a mecca for river play, with plenty of activities such as rafting, canoeing, and shower climbing. Located in the heart of Shikoku, this town is characterized by its natural countryside and good access to the four prefectures of Shikoku. A convenience store and supermarket are 5 minutes by car, the tourist attraction Montbell Park is 10 minutes by car, and Kochi city center and Iya Valley can be reached in about 60 minutes. It is the perfect base for traveling in Shikoku. In addition, it is known as the production area of the legendary Tosa Akakushi beef, and it also boasts rice that has won the grand prize in rice competitions twice. A clear stream flows through the inn's grounds. Enjoy the interaction with nature. Please have a relaxing time in this house that stands alone.

A one-of-a-kind old house surrounded by forests. There is also a friendly black cat outside

A house in the middle of a forest. Enjoy mountain life in one of the few magnificent old houses built by Miyadaiku. At the house at the end of a fairytale forest road, you can BBQ, make a fire, boil a Goemon bath, and enjoy natural play that can only be experienced in the mountains. There are no street lights, and at night you can see the starry sky. Spending time feeling the mountain with all your senses, which can be seen in different ways depending on the season, reminds you of the rich, peaceful time that has been forgotten in modern times. Centered on a magnificent large pillar, it is an old house with earthen walls and built-in storage, but the first floor is covered with pure cedar boards, giving it a new feel. The water area features a newly built island kitchen and a large wash basin. The bath is a Goemon bath that uses both wood and gas, so you can cook with wood or use hot water. Outside the house, there is a friendly sign cat named Aosuke, who will come up to you if you are outside. It is located about 15 minutes by car from the Ishikari Mountain ropeway, making it easy to get to the mountains.

5-second walk to the sea! Setouchi Guest House [sora | umi] with a window overlooking the Seto Inland Sea

Living and dining room, balcony, You can also see the Seto Inland Sea from the bathroom. ~ Enjoy a relaxing time in Setouchi while listening to the sound of the waves ~ Fully-equipped kitchen◎ Recommended not only for sightseeing, but also for remote work and workcation! It is a spacious space with a living and dining room (18 tatami) and a bedroom (6 tatami). You can also cook in the kitchen, including using the fridge, microwave, rice cooker, and frying pan. The bath is glass-enclosed, and you can see the outside view from the bathtub. The bed is a semi-double bed. For 4 guests, you'll need to put a futon in the living room. The nearest bus stop (Hojo Koko Mae) is a 3-minute walk, JR station (Iyo Hojo) is a 9-minute walk, a drug store is a 4-minute walk, a convenience store is a 6-minute walk, and a supermarket is an 8-minute walk. There are also coin laundries, restaurants (some with takeout), and more, so you can live without any inconvenience. Long-term stays are allowed◎ Day use is possible◎ * Please contact us if you'd like to use it.

Ｗooden house in the mountain with a big garden

There is a small river and a nice old house of Japanese style next to the house .The tool of the barbecue is prepared. （Please bring an ignition agent and charcoal） it's comfortable in summer as the temperature is a few degrees lower than in the city. As of 2024, mobile phones have become much easier to connect to. （no wi-fi） The air conditioner was installed in 2022, but it is only on the first floor.Enjoy the natural air. There is a fan. Firewood isn't available from May as it will be warmer.

Guest-House-Suginoko（Chartered one building）

A 150-year-old mountain village inn run with Emiko, an 88-year-old landlady. It offers traditional Engawa, Irori, Goemon bath, and local cuisine. ・ Nigiri sushi made with yuzu juice ・ Stir-fried sardines and potatoes ・ Soba rice soup made from buckwheat nuts, etc. At an altitude of 650m, it is cool all year round, and you can enjoy waterfalls. You can see the scenery of the four seasons such as the green leaf, the starry sky, the autumn leaves and the sea of ​​clouds on a rainy day.

Private Hut along Clear Stream 20 mins from Center

Our guest house is located in Tosayama, in a natural mountainous area, about 20 mins' drive from the centre of Kochi City. You can jump into a clear river with 1 min's walk! The building is a 70-year-old house self-renovated by us, where you can feel the old local culture of Japan. We offer a variety of activities to experience the nature and culture of the Tosayama, such as visiting shrines known only to locals, trekking tours to deep forest. We're looking forward to seeing you!

Ecofriendly cottage - 35 min from Kochi Airport

- Simple one-story house surrounded by nature Ecologically built with local wood, "zero waste" and "plastic-free" in mind. - Large studio with a full bathroom (no separate bedroom) You lay out the Japanese-style futon in the main room. - Only children over 7 yrs old can stay. - There's a grand piano in the main room (feel free to play 9:00-20:00). - Simple breakfast (homemade bread & granola with coffee) will be provided (self-service / vegan OK upon request)

Ricefields, Rivers and Mountains

This house is a beautiful blend of traditional and modern making it convenient but also a unique cultural experience. Mountains and ricefields are beside you, the Shimanto River can be heard. The first/ground floor is all yours. It's spacious with 2 tatami sleeping rooms. Your sleeping room has an air conditioner. There is no central heating. Restaurants are within 10min or you can shop for local foods and prepare it all in your own kitchen.

R-VILLA Sanuki-Tsuda　　[Setouchi Ocean Front Villa]

“ Reset　・　Reborn　・　Restart ” 海外の人たちから“日本のエーゲ海”と評され、 「広い区域に亘る優美な景色で、これ以上のものは世界のどこにもない」 と言わしめるほど風光明媚な瀬戸内海。 弘法大師空海が開いた四国八十八箇所霊場と、 それを取り巻く“おせったい” に表されるおもてなしの文化が滔々と息づく地・四国。 今でははるばる海外から、人生の目的探しや、心の癒しを求めて訪れる人が多いと聞きます。   豊かな自然とおもてなしの文化。そして、穏やかな風土。 それらから生み出される“癒し”の力が、人々を魅了してやまないのではないでしょうか。   この場所だからできること。この場所にしかできないこと。   ココロを癒し、カラダを癒し、 いったん立ち止まって、内なる声に耳を傾ける時間と空間を提供したい。 この場所が、訪れた方々にとって、次の一歩を踏みだす力になれば、と願っています。